…is not connected to the broader 30% base tariff on Mexican and European Union products recently announced by former President Donald Trump. As the tariff takes effect, it adds another…
San Joaquin Valley Water Blueprint Pushes for Bold Water Reforms
…San Joaquin Valley Water Blueprint Pushes for Bold Water Reforms A Unified Call to Action The Blueprint has formally reached out to several influential leaders—including former President Donald Trump, U.S….
American Butter Institute Challenges Country Crock “Butter” Label
…optimism that the Trump administration’s support for traditional foods might bolster their case. With the former president’s emphasis on promoting “real” and “authentic” foods, ABI hopes that regulatory agencies will…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 07-09-25
…give their takes on what this means for California farmers and national ag resilience. Also in today’s show: Tariff uncertainty continues to loom large as the Trump administration delays enforcement…
Immigration Plan Proposed to Keep Undocumented Farm Workers
President Donald Trump has signaled a major shift in his approach to immigration—proposing that undocumented farm workers be allowed to remain in the U.S. if their employers vouch for them….
“One Big, Beautiful Bill” Delivers Tax Relief for Ag Producers
…property, encouraging investment in operational upgrades. A Win for Rural America President Donald Trump is expected to sign the bill into law in the coming days, sealing what advocates call…
Manuel Cunha: Work Permits Key for Ag Workforce
…on recent comments from former President Donald Trump supporting a national work permit system for agriculture and other essential sectors. Manuel Cunha: Work Permits Key for Ag Workforce “The farmer…
Cunha on Immigration, Labor, Regulatory Reform
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California Ag Water Outlook: Hope from Ryan Jacobsen
…there’s a rare opening at the federal level to drive lasting change. He recalled former President Trump’s early executive actions focused on California’s water issues and noted the significance of…
Foreign Land Ownership Sparks Concern Among California Farmers
Foreign Land Ownership Sparks Concern Among California Farmers Imperial Valley Grower Andrew Leimgruber Backs Trump Push to Limit China’s Farmland Buys Andrew Leimgruber, a farmer from California’s Imperial Valley, is…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-16-25
…packer, and ag professional should hear. The episode kicks off with discussion around President Donald Trump’s recent comments on agriculture labor, acknowledging the long-standing contributions of migrant workers and the…
Trump: “We Can’t Do That to Our Farmers” – Call for Action on Ag Farm Labor
Trump Speaks Out on Farm Labor Crisis Former President Donald Trump is calling for immediate action to address the crisis facing America’s agricultural workforce. Speaking about the long-standing migrant workers…
“Big Beautiful Bill” Sparks National Debate with Key Farm Provisions
The Trump Administration’s newly introduced legislative proposal—dubbed the ” Big Beautiful Bill “—is making waves across the country. With sweeping implications for taxation, border security, and national defense, the bill…
NMPF Delves into the “Big Beautiful Bill” Potential Benefits for Agricultural Industries
DepositPhotos image The discussion centers around the “Big Beautiful Bill,” a prominent legislative effort spearheaded by the Trump administration, designed to address a wide range of national priorities. The bill…