…key concern, with only 9% of surveyed bank CEOs expecting positive outcomes for Rural Mainstreet economies under President Trump’s tariff policies. “The economic outlook for grain farmers looks bleak for…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 02-27-25
…a group of farmers files a lawsuit against the USDA. The lawsuit addresses the Trump administration’s deletion of decades-worth of climate change data, a crucial source of information for agricultural…
Trump Confirms 25% Tariffs on Canada and Mexico Will Proceed
DepositPhotos image Despite efforts by Canada and Mexico to strengthen border security and curb fentanyl trafficking, U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed that a 25% tariff on imports from both countries…
RFA Criticizes Musk for Removal of Year-Round E15 from Federal Spending Bill
…stop-gap government funding bill. Cooper attributed the decision to opposition from Elon Musk, who was acting as the Trump administration’s efficiency chief, along with certain conservative lawmakers. “But in the…
EU Considering Import Restrictions from U.S.
…to President Donald Trump’s reciprocal trade policy, According to the Financial Times, the European Commission is considering imposing stricter import limits, a decision that could heighten tensions between the EU…
Ranking Members of Agriculture Committees Demand Answers on Food Aid Disruptions
DepositPhotos image The Ranking Members of the Senate and House Agriculture Committees are seeking answers from the Trump administration regarding disruptions to international food aid programs. Senator Amy Klobuchar and…
Farmers Still Caught in Trump’s Funding Freeze
DepositPhotos image The Trump administration is withholding funds from farmers participating in conservation programs, despite the White House’s assurance last week that funding to individuals would not be frozen. Contractors…
U.S. Bird Flu Response Hampered by Trump Administration
…and public health experts. Since President Donald Trump assumed office on January 20, two key federal agencies responsible for monitoring and managing the outbreak have delayed critical communications, including bird…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 02-18-25
…USDA under the Trump administration, impacting hundreds of probationary federal employees. They explore the implications of these terminations on agricultural services and the far-reaching ripple effects, including delays in Farm…
NPPC Unhappy with Dietary Guidelines
…HHS and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, who will write and finalize the Dietary Guidelines. NPPC will continue to work with the Trump Administration to ensure the Dietary Guidelines best…
China Retaliates with Tariffs on U.S. Farm Machinery Amid Trade Dispute
…Donald Trump imposed an additional 10% tariff on Chinese imports last Tuesday, China responded with its own 10% tariffs on U.S. goods, including agricultural equipment. The tariffs target more than…
AFBF Duvall Discusses Concerns Over Tariffs
DepositPhotos image American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) President Zippy Duvall discusses concerns over tariffs imposed by President Trump on Mexico, Canada, and China, which could increase the cost of agricultural…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 02-06-25
…and the necessity of urgent action to upgrade infrastructure. Additionally, the role of the Trump administration in addressing energy concerns is discussed. We also have this week’s Almond Update. Listen…
Smithfield CEO Confident in Growth, Downplays Industry Challenges
…Smithfield has worked to make its processing plants more attractive workplaces, particularly after the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the industry. With President Donald Trump vowing widespread deportations, there is uncertainty about…