…emphasized that the reorganization reinforces the USDA’s commitment to core services such as plant health, food safety, and inspection integrity—critical areas that directly impact growers and consumers. According to Melban,…
Lawnmower Origins in Agriculture History
…transformed the landscape of American farming with their groundbreaking contributions. But another lesser-known innovator also played a role in improving rural life—especially for early American farm families—through a simple yet…
California Almonds & Walnuts: Sonny Toor on Markets, Tariffs, Grower Strategy
…the industry, overshooting earlier subjective estimates. While the estimate hints at a larger-than-expected harvest, Toor cautioned that actual yields remain uncertain until hulling and shelling begin in full force. Sonny…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-29-25
…must-listen for anyone with a stake in American agriculture. One of the biggest stories this week is Australia reopening its market to U.S. beef. After a 20-year ban due to…
Tariffs Threaten North American Produce Trade
Industry Leaders Urge U.S., Mexico, and Canada to Act A coalition of North American produce organizations is calling on the leaders of the United States, Mexico, and Canada to resolve…
Red Meat Production Slips in June as Beef Output Declines
…American Farm Bureau Federation economist Bernt Nelson, the choice-select spread—a key indicator of consumer willingness to pay premium prices for higher-grade beef—suggests continued strength in beef demand. “It widened out,…
USDA Relocates Workforce to Regional Hubs in Major Reorganization
…and improve regional access. Report by Lorrie Boyer for AgNet West: USDA Relocates Workforce to Regional Hubs in Major Reorganization Five Regional Hubs to Replace D.C. Headquarters Under the plan,…
Evolution of Irrigation in American Agriculture
The Roots of Irrigation In today’s American Agriculture History Minute, Mark Oppold sheds light on the long and fascinating history of irrigating cropland. While modern systems are sophisticated and efficient,…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 07-28-25
…Act), while well-intentioned, has suffered from fragmented implementation, poor communication, and a lack of meaningful community involvement. With over 12 GSAs (Groundwater Sustainability Agencies) in just three Madera County sub-regions,…
Food Security Declines Amid Growing Agricultural Trade Deficit
…impacts affordability and accessibility for working American families. “That hurts our food security, and it hurts our food affordability and access for American working families,” Duarte stated. Duarte Urges Renewed…
Proposition 12 Drives Up Pork Costs, NPPC Warns
NPPC Testifies Against California Law’s National Impact Pat Hord, an Ohio pork producer and vice president of the National Pork Producers Council (NPPC), along with NPPC economist Holly Cook, testified…
Australia Reopens Market to U.S. Beef After 20-Year Ban
Historic Breakthrough for American Beef Producers For the first time in two decades, American cattle producers will now be able to export fresh and frozen beef to Australia. The National…
Federal Grant Fuels San Diego Port Upgrades
…Economic Recovery Program. The berth repair project has also cleared a key hurdle, receiving environmental approval under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). This approval allows construction to begin soon,…
Schiff Pushes USDA for Fair Disaster Aid to California Farmers
…to evolve, Schiff is advocating for a process that acknowledges the diversity of American agriculture and the unique vulnerabilities of California’s farming communities. Conclusion Senator Schiff’s call to action aims…