I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Denver, Colorado, USA-January 4, 2018-The National Western Stock Show Kick-Off Parade with marching bands, floats, horseback riders, cowboys, cowgirls and Longhorn…
Research Reveals Long-Term Decline in Wild Bee Populations
…to 2018, identified alarming trends in bee populations, including a decline in species richness and diversity. In the 1970s, 135 bee species were recorded, but recent surveys identified only 90…
New Ag Literacy Resource Highlights U.S. Food and Farm Facts
DepositPhotos image The American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture has released a new educational resource called Food and Farm Facts, offering insights into where food in the U.S. is grown…
Purdue Expert Shares Sales Strategies for Agricultural Professionals at CA Conference
…Farm Broadcaster of the Year by the National Association of Farm Broadcasting and serves as a Council Member on the World Agriculture Forum. Sabrina is a native of California’s agriculture-rich…
Applications Now Open for OFRF’s 2025 Farmer-Led Trials Program
DepositPhotos image Organic and transitioning farmers and ranchers can now apply for the Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF)’s Farmer-Led Trials (FLT) Program for the 2025 season. This program offers a…
Study: Wildfire Smoke Cuts Nut Production in California Orchards
…just as vulnerable as humans,” Orozco said. Researchers studied almond, pistachio, and walnut trees in California’s Central Valley from 2018 to 2022, a period that included the 2020 megafires. These…
Farmers Left in Crisis as Poultry Company Abandons Contracts
…farms. With no support from the company, these farmers are pleading for help from state and federal officials. For many, the situation began deteriorating as far back as April, when…
State Water Board Approves Rate Hikes for 2024-25, Impacting Farmers and Groundwater Recharge Projects
…agriculture. 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…
USDA Invests $46 Million to Support Veteran and Underserved Farmers
…Inc. in Georgia will help farmers with climate-smart agriculture and business planning. The 2501 Program will provide additional support to Native American farmers, veterans, and immigrant farmers across the country….
Organic Valley to Host Live Virtual Farm Tour for National Farmers Day
DepositPhotos image Organic Valley is celebrating National Farmers Day with a unique experience, bringing the sights and sounds of small organic family farms directly to viewers through a live virtual…
International Development Through USDA Programs
Strawberries farm in Chiangmai, Thailand. DepositPhotos image Two programs offered by USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service provide resources for global development focus areas such as nutrition, education, and self-sufficiency. Rod Bain…
Finding Out What Farm Bill Programs Continue Operation
DepositPhotos image Most of USDA’s Farm Bill programs continue operation to year’s end if new legislation is not passed, however, some expired on September 30th. Rod Bain has more. Sponsored…
AgNet News Hour, Wednesday, 10-09-24
…us to talk about the Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance and the needs for Specialty Crops in the next farm bill. Some concerns include improving the economic sustainability of growers…
USDA Announces Additional $250 Million in Aid for Distressed Farm Loans
…part of USDA’s ongoing effort to make farm loan programs more accessible and supportive. USDA encourages farmers to reach out to their local Farm Service Agency for more information on…