Original: United States Geological Survey (USGS) Derivative work: Roke~commonswiki, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. American Agriculture History Minute: State of Missouri…
Proposed Fees on Chinese-Linked Ships Could Increase Costs for U.S. Farmers
A proposal from the Trump administration to impose new fees on ocean carriers with ties to China could significantly impact American farmers and ranchers by increasing export costs, according to…
Ninth Annual “Feeding the Economy” Report Highlights Agriculture’s Impact on U.S. Economy
…full list of sponsoring organizations includes: American Bakers Association American Beverage Association American Farm Bureau Federation American Frozen Food Institute American Peanut Council American Soybean Association Association of Equipment Manufacturers…
American Agriculture History Minute: Gateway to the West
St Louis Gateway Arch at sunrise overlooking the Mississippi River DepositPhotos image I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. American Agriculture History Minute: Gateway to the West Once…
American Agriculture History Minute: Rich Ag History of Missouri
DepositPhotos image I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. American Agriculture History Minute: Rich Ag History of Missouri Agriculture has a rich history in the state of Missouri…
U.S. Trade Deficit Discussed at AFBF FUSION Conference
Of the issues discussed at the American Farm Bureau Federation’s FUSION conference was that of the U.S. trade deficit. The fiscal year 2025 is projected to see a record trade…
American Agriculture History Minute: Longest River in the U. S.
Historic railroad Katy Bridge over Missouri River at Boonville with a lifted midsection and visitor observation deck DepositPhotos image I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. American Agriculture…
USDA Expediting Direct Economic Assistance to Agricultural Producers
…schedule, ensuring farmers have the resources necessary to manage rising expenses and secure financing for next season.” Authorized by the American Relief Act, 2025, these economic relief payments are based…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 03-18-25
…of promoting American-grown products. In the second segment, Lorrie and Nick discuss the impact of tariffs on the agricultural industry, particularly the machinery sector, and the proposed fees on Chinese…
American Agriculture History Minute: Ag History of Michigan
DepositPhotos image I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. American Agriculture History Minute: Ag History of Michigan 1855 to 1900 was an important time in the history of…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 03-17-25
…trade agreements on agriculture, particularly the USMCA. David Samuelson, Senior Director of Government Affairs at the American Farm Bureau Federation, explains the importance of the auto industry in the USMCA…
Campaign Launched to Block the EATS Act
…foreign ownership of U.S. farmland, particularly by Chinese entities. Opponents argue that if the EATS Act is included in the upcoming farm bill or passed by Congress, it would be…
U. S. Facing Billions in Agriculture Trade Deficit
The U. S. faces a projected $49 billion trade deficit in agriculture, with increased imports of avocados, coffee, and orange juice contributing. Meanwhile, American staple crops are losing global market…
American Agriculture History Minute: Different Strains of Plants Developed
DepositPhotos image I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. American Agriculture History Minute: Different Strains of Plants Developed Luther Burbank is part of American agriculture history. Despite receiving…






















