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…
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,…
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…
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
…Act of 2025 is allocated equitably among states—especially to support the recovery of California farmers affected by natural disasters. Reported by Lorrie Boyer for AgNet West. Schiff Pushes USDA for…
John Duarte on Water, Immigration, and Fixing California
…to action: reject distraction politics, invest in the essentials, and build a future where California farmers and families can thrive. “This is still a great state,” said host Nick Papagni….
Texas Revives Screwworm Fight with New Swormlure-5 Bait
…need for additional production capacity: “There’s talk, there’s no action, but there’s talk of a bill running through Congress just to build a Texas fly facility that will produce 300…
Five-Point Food Safety Plan for Meat and Poultry Unveiled
…issues before they lead to outbreaks. The training is designed to empower field staff to act swiftly and decisively to uphold food safety standards. 3. Implementing a Practical Strategy to…
EPA Region 9 Administrator Meets with Ag Leaders on Air Quality
…equipment and technologies. Groundwater Management and Broader Participation Participants also explored the impact of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) on farming operations and environmental planning. The act continues to…
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…
IFPA Pushes Produce for Better U.S. Health Policy
A Fresh Approach to Health Policy IFPA Pushes Produce for Better U.S. Health Policy The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has launched a compelling new campaign advocating for fruits and…
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,…
Homegrown Organic: Stephen Paul on Fruit, Figs, Farming Future
…the economy. “There are a lot of good people here looking for a better life,” Paul said. “We need to create a system that allows them to stay, contribute, and…
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…