Colonial Communication Before Post Offices In the early 1600s, communication between American colonists and their families back in Britain was a slow and uncertain process. Without an established postal system,…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-22-25
Dignity Act Gains Momentum as Organic Leader Stephen Paul Highlights Labor Realities On today’s AgNet News Hour, Nick Papagni and Josh McGill delivered a jam-packed episode featuring expert insights and…
Summer of Lamb Grill Off Heats Up Consumer Engagement
A Competitive Comeback for American Lamb’s Summer Campaign The American Lamb Board has officially relaunched its widely celebrated campaign—the Summer of Lamb Ventures Grill Off—for 2025. This year’s campaign introduces…
IFPA Pushes Produce for Better U.S. Health Policy
…care. “Nutrition is the foundation of prevention, and produce is an undeniable cornerstone to any wellness plan,” Burns stated. The campaign doesn’t suggest replacing technology, medications, or digital health tools….
South African Growers Urge Tariff Relief for Citrus Exports to U.S.
…produce arrives in the U.S. during the off-season for domestic citrus, effectively extending the availability of fresh citrus for American consumers without competing with U.S. growers. “This seasonal handoff actually…
American Agri-Women Advocate for Agriculture on Capitol Hill
Celebrating 50 Years of Advocacy and Action The American Agri-Women (AAW), the nation’s largest women-led organization supporting agriculture, recently marked a milestone 50th anniversary with a strong presence in Washington,…
Benjamin Franklin and the Postal Roots of American Agriculture
The Founding of America’s Postal System and Its Role in Agriculture In this edition of American Agriculture History Minute, Mark Oppold reflects on how early American infrastructure helped support agricultural…
Homegrown Organic: Stephen Paul on Fruit, Figs, Farming Future
…eventually become citizens—while maintaining standards and accountability.” He highlighted Homegrown’s certification with the Equitable Food Initiative (EFI), an American-based program focused on labor responsibility and fair practices. On Trade, Tariffs,…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 07-21-25
…challenges facing California agriculture. Despite repeated efforts in Congress—including bipartisan support for the Farm Workforce Modernization Act—comprehensive reform remains elusive. LeMay stresses the importance of skilled labor in the field…
Republicans Urge Legal Fix for Ag Workforce
…solutions that ensure the availability and stability of the American workforce. Republicans Urge Legal Fix for Ag Workforce With illegal border crossings reportedly at near zero under President Trump’s administration,…
Tariff Disrupts U.S.-Brazil Beef Trade
U.S. Imposes 50% Tariff on Brazilian Beef Brazilian meat exporters are reassessing their shipment plans to the United States after President Donald Trump announced a 50 percent tariff on Brazilian…
USDA Lab Opens with Food Safety Focus
…comprehensive new plan to strengthen national food safety efforts. The initiative reflects USDA’s continued commitment to preventing foodborne illnesses and protecting the public. USDA Lab Opens with Food Safety Focus…
Citrus Production Forecast: Grapefruit Down; Lemons, Tangerines Up
…greening and fluctuating weather patterns, these revised forecasts provide valuable insights into the evolving landscape of American citrus production. Reporting by Lorrie Boyer for AgNet West. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk…
How the Erie Canal Transformed Early Agricultural Trade
Early Transportation Challenges in American Agriculture In the early 1700s, fur traders and trappers faced immense difficulties moving goods through New York’s rugged waterways. They relied on birchbark canoes to…