…department’s goal is not to restrict farmers, but to better understand the health landscape for the nation’s children. Still, some lawmakers raised concerns about how the findings might be interpreted….
Rollins Vows Better USDA Customer Service During Road Trip
…to enhance service efficiency and better utilize taxpayer funds. One key focus of Rollins’ visit was streamlining USDA operations to ensure farmers receive timely assistance. She highlighted efforts to reduce…
“Farmers First” Policies Promoted by Rollins
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins Brooke Rollins, the USDA Secretary of Agriculture, recently visited Nebraska to highlight the Trump administration’s “Farmers First” policies, which aim to better support small…
Grant Funding Available Through USDA Programs
…local markets ensures that communities have better access to fresh, nutritious food while supporting the livelihoods of farmers. Meanwhile, boosting the specialty crop industry encourages agricultural sustainability and competitiveness in…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 05-15-25
…pushback, particularly on SNAP benefits, which could be cut by $290 billion over 10 years. The bill also includes safety net provisions for farmers, such as better reference prices and…
Registration Now Open for the 2025 Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo
…will have the chance to explore new solutions, ask questions directly to vendors and build relationships with industry leaders. NETWORK, LEARN, GROW One of the most valuable aspects of the…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 05-13-25
…and trade tensions, noting that 100 Farmers Union members lobbied Congress. He also addressed potential USDA budget cuts, which could impact farm safety nets and conservation programs, and the impact…
WTNA Gearing Up for Two Major Events
…impact on their health. In the U.S., more than half of all adults have one or more preventable chronic diseases, many of which are related to poor diets and not…
California Gas Powered Car Ban Voted Down
…proof the mandate. Supporters of the mandate deemed it safe because of Congress not being able to change it. With the Congressional Review Act in place. As the CRA allows…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 05-05-25
…and Tessa, who are social media influencers. The idea of having them discuss building an audience for agricultural businesses to use for education and ag promotion was proposed to enhance…
Central Valley Project Water Supply Allocation for 2025 Season Announced
Allison Febbo – Westland Water District Bureau of Reclamation announced the Central Valley Project Water Supply allocation for the 2025 water year. This specifically south of the Delta agriculture contract,…
Bipartisan Bill Aims to Strengthen Local Meat Processing Infrastructure
A reintroduced bill aims to help small meat processors around the nation. Senators John Thune (R-SD) and Tina Smith (D-MN) reintroduced the Strengthening Local Processing Act, a bipartisan initiative designed…
Almond Update: Almond Advocacy Messaging
…part of the solution in building for the future and helping the state reach their climate goals, helping local communities thrive. And so really, I think telling that story, and…
Unique Ag Trade Mission
…Mission to Hong Kong is expected to offer unique opportunities for delegates to build new and expand existing market opportunities. Rod Bain has details. Unique Ag Trade Mission Sponsored Content…