…Commission,” which is examining a variety of factors potentially contributing to rising childhood chronic illnesses. But Kennedy made clear during a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing that supporting American agriculture remains…
RKF Talks Pre-MAHA Report
…U.S. children are on track today to live shorter lives than their parents for the first time in American history.” Another thing that stands out in the 68-page report is…
Land O’Lakes, Inc. CEO Receives Recognition
…a stable labor force. Her influence spans all 50 states and reaches more than 60 countries, underscoring her global impact on the industry. Beyond immigration policy, Ford has been a…
American Agriculture History Minute: Urban Electrification in the 1920s
…Oppold presents an American agriculture history minute, discussing the evolution of electrification in America during the early 1900s. He highlights how electric power transformed from a luxury to an essential…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 05-22-25
…boxes, down from 9 million, leading to more domestic consumption. Strawberries are also performing well. The Trump administration’s plan to increase logging in national forests by 25% over five years…
American Agriculture History Minute: Rural Electrification Impact
…in excellent condition. Irving Rusinow, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons Mark Oppold presents an American Agriculture History Minute, highlighting the significant transformation in rural American life during the 1930s. Mark…
“Farmers First” Policies Promoted by Rollins
…traditional farming. In addition to policy discussions, Rollins announced a USDA reorganization plan aimed at refocusing the department on its original mission. This effort, which has faced delays due to…
American Agriculture History Minute: Oregon’s Agricultural Leadership
“Stringing Time for Hops” in Independence, Oregon OSU Special Collections & Archives : Commons, No restrictions, via Wikimedia Commons American Agriculture History Minute: Oregon’s Agricultural Leadership Mark Oppold presents an…
California Needs New Water Plan
An aerial view of the Harvey O. Banks Delta Pumping Plant, the first major plant designed and constructed within the California State Water Project. The facility located in Alameda County…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 05-20-25
…the fields. This episode dives headfirst into a complex but crucial topic: tariffs. Nick and Josh break down the ongoing impact of trade deals, including the ripple effects from the…
American Agriculture History Minute: Robert Doherty’s Initial Investment
Pivot irrigation on a cotton field USDA, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons Mark Oppold presents an American Agriculture History minute, focusing on the origins of Valley Irrigation. American Agriculture History Minute:…
Handling the Tariff Combination in Mexico and U.S.
…in Mexico, but significant value-added production occurs in the U.S., supporting American jobs. Tariffs on Mexican steel could thus harm U.S. manufacturers and workers, even as they benefit domestic steel…
American Agriculture History Minute: Early International Relations and Cold War Impact
…Hybrid Corn Company. American Agriculture History Minute: Early International Relations and Cold War Impact The story begins in 1931 when Roswell Garst and Charlie Thomas founded their company in Coon…
Grant Funding Available Through USDA Programs
…encouraged to apply and take advantage of these funding opportunities to shape the future of American agriculture. Grant Funding Available Through USDA Programs Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection…