…ripple effect. “No water for farmers means more dust, more valley fever, more gophers and rats eating irrigation lines,” he said. “And we still send 70 percent of our rainwater…
South African Growers Urge Tariff Relief for Citrus Exports to U.S.
…countries that face only a 10% levy. South African Growers Urge Tariff Relief for Citrus Exports to U.S. Growers warn that this disparity will render South African citrus “uncompetitive” in…
U.S. Citrus Tariff Threatens South African Agriculture
…Tariff Threatens South African Agriculture Trade Disparity Raises Concerns South African officials point out that the country maintains an average tariff rate of just 7.6% on U.S. imports, and 77%…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 06-11-25
…serious health alert: Valley Fever cases are rising across the Central Valley. Some are blaming climate change, but our hosts say the real culprit is a lack of water. Tune…
NASDA Policy Priorities Set for 2025
…dairies, swine, and poultry farms. NASDA is pushing for a guest worker program that allows for full-time, year-round employment—not just seasonal help. “We just can’t get the labor we need,”…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 01-13-25
…National Pork Producers Council, who discussed the challenges and successes in managing antibiotic use in swine. She highlighted the UN General Assembly’s proposed 30% reduction in antimicrobial use, which was…
E. Coli Outbreak Linked to Recalled Organic Carrots
…high fever, persistent diarrhea, bloody stools, and dehydration. Those experiencing severe symptoms should contact a healthcare provider. Businesses are also urged not to sell or serve the recalled carrots and…
Update on Oregon Swine HPAI Case
DepositPhotos image The Agriculture Secretary Thursday provided more information on the case of a backyard swine in Oregon testing positive for a strain of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza. Rod Bain…
NIFA Investing $17.6 Million to Advance the Health and Welfare of Agriculture Animals
…investment includes tackling major diseases like Bird Flu and African Swine Fever (ASF), which pose serious threats to both animal health and the food supply. Out of the total, $12.7…
USDA Sets Sights on Expanding Ag Trade Opportunities in Morocco
…Morocco, December 2-5. Morocco, a stable market with a growing economy, is the second-largest African importer of U.S. agricultural products, with exports reaching $619 million last year. “This mission presents…
Bird Flu Found in Texas Dairy Cows, NCBA Issues Statement
…kill the virus.” Cattle impacted by HPAI exhibit flu-like symptoms including fever and thick and discolored milk accompanied by a sharp reduction in milk production averaging between 10-30 pounds per…
Angola as Agricultural Trade Mission Destination
Shutterstock image USDA’s inaugural ag trade mission for the year takes place this week in Angola, with participants hoping to expand sales of their respective products within that African market….
E.M. Tharp and World Ag Expo® “We Believe in Growing” Scholarship Winners Announced
…an FFA member, he has been a part of his high school’s swine team for four years and is currently building a scraper and chicken coop to exhibit at this…
AgNet News Hour, Friday, 11-24-23
…USDA researchers confirm six unique strains of African swine fever virus. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson…