…to address global food security,” Vilsack said. “I am honored to have the opportunity to build on that legacy, working closely with Mashal Husain and the talented team to extend…
Firestone Making Farm Tires Last Longer
…Proper tire tread design can have a big impact on a tire’s wear life. “So there’s really three main parts of the tread design that impacts the wear life. There’s…
Farm Bureau Names 2025 Farm Dog of the Year
…truly better together, and we are proud to highlight the invaluable contributions of our four-legged farm companions through the Farm Dog of the Year award.” A panel of judges with…
Brooke Rollins Vows Swift Action on Farm Aid at Senate Confirmation Hearing
…top priority,” she stated, reiterating that getting relief to producers would be one of her first actions if she is confirmed. Brooke Rollins Vows Swift Action on Farm Aid at…
Bill Introduced to Limit Presidential Authority Under the Antiquities Act of 1906
Zumwalt Meadow in Kings Canyon National Park in California…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 01-24-25
…Adversary Risk Management Act (FARMS Act) by Senators Tommy Tuberville and John Fetterman. This bipartisan bill aims to scrutinize and manage foreign ownership of U.S. agricultural land, processing, packaging, and…
President Trump Overturns Electric Vehicle Mandate
…New Deal. “With my actions today, we will end the Green New Deal, and we will revoke the electric vehicle mandate, saving the auto industry and keeping my sacred pledge…
USDA Reminds Producers to Apply for Assistance to Cover Food Safety Certification Expenses
…maintaining, or updating food safety plans, certification fees, microbiological testing, soil amendments, water, and training. Payments are calculated for each eligible cost category. Producers are urged to act promptly to…
Vilsack Finalizes Third Rule Under the Packers and Stockyards Act
USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack has finalized a third rule under the Packers and Stockyards Act aimed at leveling the playing field for farmers who contract with meat and poultry processing…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 01-16-25
…USDA’s New Rule for Poultry Industry: Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack sheds light on a newly finalized rule under the Packers and Stockyards Act. The discussion explores the revamped poultry tournament…
Craig Denounces Proposed Cuts to Farm Bill Programs
…impact on conservation. Funds from the Inflation Reduction Act currently support programs like the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP). If these funds are taken away, Craig warns that more farmers…
American Agriculture History Minute: Ohio State University Founded
…university under the Morrill Act of 1862. And the name Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. Initially it was thought one of Ohio’s two existing universities. Ohio University and Miami University,…
USDA Finalizes Key Reforms for Farmers
…Stockyards Act, continuing efforts to promote fairness and transparency in agricultural markets. However, the USDA has also announced the withdrawal of a proposed rule intended to define unfair practices in…
USDA Confirms Poultry Rule Will Not Be Finalized
…2024. The proposed rule aimed to specify practices that violate Section 202(a) of the Packers and Stockyards Act of 1921 (P&S Act) by defining unfair conduct that harms both market…