…requirement rather, to record data and submit it in is on pause,” said Dusty Ference, Kings County Farm Bureau (KCFB) Executive Director. “Our next step is a hearing for a…
USDA Makes Investment in Farm to School Grants
…legislative issues and hosts The AgNet News Hour. She was recently named the 2024 Farm Broadcaster of the Year by the National Association of Farm Broadcasting and serves as a…
Agricultural Land Values Still High
…quality soils, poorly drained farms are probably off 5 to 10 percent in the last 12 months.” According to Farmers National Company, with farm operators being the largest segment of…
RMA Continues Making Improvements for Specialty Crops
…named the 2024 Farm Broadcaster of the Year by the National Association of Farm Broadcasting and serves as a Council Member on the World Agriculture Forum. Sabrina is a native…
Lawmakers Want Action Following Chevron Deference Ruling
…limits the power of these agencies, which many lawmakers view as a necessary step to curb overreach. The committees overseeing various agencies, including the USDA, U.S. Forest Service, EPA, and…
Bringing Growers Together to Advocate for Crop Protection Solutions
…The IR-4 Project has helped secure over 23,000 pest product registrations on food crops. IR-4 has worked with growers, registrants, and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to facilitate the advancement…
House Agriculture Meets to Examine Consequences of EPA Actions
…Committee chair Glenn “G.T.” Thompson (R-PA) pointed out the environmental stewardship of farmers. “American farmers and ranchers are the original conservationists. No one cares more for the environment than those…
Florida Agricultural Education Teacher to Fly with the Blue Angels
…(From the National Association of Farm Broadcasters) Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt Ramsey November 4, 2025 CIR Agriculture Harvester Products…
Labor Bill Passes Appropriations
…bill includes some provisions that would provide some of that short-term relief for farmers, that stability for farm workers.” Farm Bureau previously sent a letter to the chairman and ranking…
Insurance Options for Specialty and Organic Growers Expanded
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is expanding crop insurance options for specialty and organic growers starting in 2025. The Risk Management Agency (RMA) will offer new coverage options, including…
U.S. Food Imports Rising
Landing of cocoa beans in the port of Ilheus (BA) Image by joasouza/DepositPhotos The U.S. is importing more foreign food and farm products. Gary Crawford has more coming up on…
Upcoming Webinar on Communicating with Farmers Under Stress
A webinar to help with farmers under stress. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Desperate farmer stressed in his dry damaged corn field Image by Alexandrumusuc/DepositPhotos The Penn…
New Federal Milk Marketing Order Recommendations Released
…Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) President Zippy Duvall appreciated the hearing but criticized some changes that they believe favor processors over struggling dairy farmers. Duvall stressed the need for a mandatory…
Funding Opportunities Expanded for Specialty Crop Growers
…For more details and to apply, visit farmers.gov/food-safety or contact a local USDA Service Center. Listen to the report below. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn…