…S. McElroy, appointed by Trump, ruled that agencies cannot unilaterally alter funding granted by Congress. The ruling affects departments like USDA, EPA, and HUD, and orders them to release frozen…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 04-17-25
…Georgia citrus growers coming to California and touring their operation. The California citrus market is thriving, with Kings River Packing handling over 22 million boxes. The company faces challenges from…
Proposed Bill Would Require Congressional Approval Before New Agricultural Tariffs
…President to get congressional approval before placing tariffs on countries that are major buyers of U.S. agricultural products. According to the bill, the President would need to submit a request…
National Sorghum Foundation Opens 2025–2026 Scholarship Applications
…Applications are open through June 1, 2025. More details are available at sorghumgrowers.com. National Sorghum Foundation Opens 2025–2026 Scholarship Applications Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products July 1, 2025 Unlock…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 04-14-25
…of the dairy industry, highlighting a 3% decrease in California’s milk production due to HPAI pressure, contrasted with growth in the Near West states. Milk prices are hovering around $17…
CA DPR Seeks Public Input on New Pesticide Review Process
The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) is asking for public feedback on its proposed pesticide prioritization process. Comments will be accepted through May 8 on the department’s online comment…
Canadian Manufacturers Say Tariffs Are Undermining North American Industry
…of the border. While Canada has so far avoided the latest round of reciprocal tariffs announced by the Trump administration, 25 percent tariffs on key products, including automotive parts, steel,…
American Agriculture History Minute: Farmland Values
Agricultural Land By Liz Gray/via Wikimedia Commons I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. American Agriculture History Minute: Farmland Values Farmland values have always been part of American…
Wine Retailers Say New Tariffs Could Hurt U.S. Industry
…They say the industry is already facing challenges from inflation, increased competition, and changing public attitudes toward alcohol. These factors have already led to lower wine consumption, according to NAWR….
APHIS-DHS Expanding Risk-Based Sampling Program at Ports of Entry
…leaf lettuce. This initiative aims to reduce inspections for compliant shippers and encourage better quality from producers. The program targets lettuce trucks crossing the southern US. border from Mexico. APHIS-DHS…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 04-07-25
…Expo in Tampa, Florida, aimed at fostering collaboration among citrus growers. Listeners are encouraged to email comments, topic suggestions and feedback to nick@agnetmedia.com Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……
AgNet News Hour Friday, 04-04-25
…tariff announcements by the Trump administration, highlighting the complexities and reactions from various countries. Trump imposed a minimum 10% tariff on at least 60 countries, with specific rates including 34%…
Farm Closures Feared as Ag Industry Responds to New Tariffs
President Donald Trump announced sweeping new tariffs Wednesday during a speech in the White House Rose Garden, calling it “Liberation Day” and signing an executive order declaring a national economic…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 04-03-25
…by California’s Attorney General Bonta, joined by 20 attorneys, challenging the mass terminations of federal probationary employees. The lawsuit, supported by a temporary restraining order, aims to reinstate employees from…