Strengthening Beef Security: USDA Unveils National Protection Strategy U.S. cattle producers are welcoming a major announcement from Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, who recently unveiled a new national plan aimed…
U.S.-Indonesia Trade Deal Boosts Agriculture and Energy Exports
New U.S.-Indonesia Trade Agreement Opens Doors for American Agriculture President Donald Trump has announced a sweeping trade agreement with Indonesia, marking a major milestone in strengthening economic ties between the…
Senators Resist Effort to Override Prop 12
Democratic Senators Oppose Preemption of State Animal Welfare Laws A coalition of 32 Democratic U.S. Senators has sent a formal letter to the leadership of the Senate Agriculture Committee, voicing…
Almond Crop Forecast for a Strong Rebound
California Almond Production Projected at 3 Billion Pounds California’s almond industry is on track for a significant upswing in 2025, with production now forecast at 3 billion meat pounds. This…
George Washington Helped Grow American Farming
When the Revolutionary War ended and America gained its independence, survival wasn’t guaranteed. What helped the new nation thrive was a growing agricultural economy. George Washington Helped Grow American Farming…
Flush Irrigation Systems to Prevent Failures
Importance of Irrigation Systems Maintenance in Agriculture When it comes to irrigation efficiency and soil health, regular maintenance of irrigation systems is essential—especially flushing. According to Cory Broad, Agronomic Sales…
Boosting Beef Demand Through Sustainability and Consumer Trust
Boosting Beef Demand Through Sustainability and Consumer Trust As consumer interest in beef continues to grow, so does their desire to understand how that beef is raised. From animal welfare…
USDA Opens Sign-Up for Supplemental Disaster Relief Program
USDA Launches New Aid Program for Disaster-Stricken Farmers and Ranchers The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has officially opened the sign-up period for its new Supplemental Disaster Relief Program, aimed…
California Farm Bureau Awards 2025 Scholarships
Supporting the Future of Agriculture DepositPhotos image The California Farm Bureau Scholarship Foundation has awarded multiple scholarships to students pursuing careers in agriculture and related trades. California Farm Bureau Awards…
U.S.-India Trade Talks Stall Nut Shipments Amid Tariff Uncertainty
Delays in U.S. Nut Shipments to India Amid Pending Trade Deal A growing cloud of uncertainty over a proposed trade agreement between the United States and India is causing significant…
How George Washington Carver Revived Southern Agriculture
A Struggling Start for Southern Agriculture In the early days of American farming, pioneers in New England and along the East Coast found relative success due to favorable soil and…
The Growing Edge: Pistachio Pest Watch – Vital Insights from the Field
Join Todd Burkdoll, Field Market Development Manager at Valent U.S.A., as he dives into the critical midseason threats pistachio growers need to manage now. From the silent spread of Gill’s…
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…outpace those abroad. Ice cream even makes its way into the conversation, as the USDA and International Dairy Foods Association commit to phasing out petroleum-based food dyes by 2028. Nick…
Lawsuit Highlights Sustainability Concerns Over Imported Avocados
Rising Avocado Demand Sparks Scrutiny Over Import Practices As avocado consumption continues to surge across the United States, questions about the sustainability of imported avocados are becoming increasingly urgent. A…