DepositPhotos image Farmers and ranchers have received a temporary reprieve from federal reporting requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), thanks to a nationwide injunction issued by the U.S. District…
Tariffs and Trade: Examining Potential Impacts on Agriculture
…costs for farmers. These steps might provide some relief in an otherwise uncertain environment. Fumasi urged farmers to stay alert as the new administration’s policies take shape. “Pay attention to…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 12-04-24
…inflation in the food system, and pressures on farm inputs. Fumasi also examines the resilience of U.S. consumers, potential inflationary policies, and how farmers can prepare for uncertain times. Positive…
Ag Import and Export Imbalance
Image by unkas/DepositPhotos image With a trade imbalance favoring ag imports over ag exports the past few years, the coming months will answer a lot of questions for farmers and…
Church Brothers Green Onions Did Not Contain Salmonella
DepositPhotos image The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has determined that a laboratory error incorrectly caused the October 18, 2024 recall announcement concerning Church Brothers’ Farm’s green onions. The products from…
Possible Retaliatory Tariffs Loom as Trade Policies Shift
…negotiations. With Canada and Mexico as top exporters to America, escalating tensions may impact cross-border agricultural trade and farm incomes. Trade developments are closely watched by farmers, as potential tariff…
Diverse Drivers of Farm Income
Image by ilixe48/DepositPhotos USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer says the diverse mix of crops and livestock, along with commodity prices, plays a critical role in shaping farm income. “ Farm…
A View of Farm Irrigation and Water Management
Seedling vegetable beds with drip irrigation system DepositPhotos image USDA’s latest edition of its Irrigation and Water Management Survey offers insights into farm irrigation. Rod Bain has more. A View…
Farmers Across America Make Thanksgiving Dinner Possible
…tells a story of the farmers working year-round to feed America. Farmers Across America Make Thanksgiving Dinner Possible Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 11-28-24
…She primarily reports on legislative issues and hosts The AgNet News Hour. She was recently named the 2024 Farm Broadcaster of the Year by the National Association of Farm Broadcasting…
Bird Flu Found in California Raw Milk
A California raw milk farm has issued a recall after state health officials detected bird flu in retail samples. The California Department of Public Health has instructed consumers to avoid…
Almond Update: Almond Acreage in California Declines for Third Straight Year
…and inflation impacting energy and supplies have made it difficult to farm,” Turner explained. These challenges have pushed many farmers to reevaluate their operations, leading to the removal of 67,000…
Specialty Crop Trade Policies Could Shift Under New Administration
…seen during earlier trade disputes. While some California farmers might welcome the administration’s intent to reduce regulations, they remain wary of the trade-offs. “Farmers might gain from fewer domestic regulations,”…
Urban Agriculture Bridging the Gap Between Cities and Farms
DepositPhotos image Urban agriculture is playing a growing role in connecting city residents with the world of farming, according to Zach Ducheneaux, Administrator of the Farm Service Agency (FSA) at…