Image by AS Photograpy from Pixabay What are the latest forecasts regarding Florida’s orange production and orange juice production for this season? Rod Bain tells us. Outlook for Florida Oranges…
Ag Groups Call for Trade Fix After Tariff Announcement
DepositPhotos image Several major U.S. farm groups are urging the White House to resolve new trade tensions quickly, following President Donald Trump’s announcement of reciprocal tariffs on dozens of countries….
American Agriculture History Minute: Ethnicity Develops Early Farming Techniques
…the farm in the family and avoid having their children move to towns. The Scottish and Irish built their livelihoods on sun farming, but more herding hogs and cattle. That’s…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 04-08-25
…or 25 total to combat cockfighting. Nick expressed concern about the bill’s potential negative impact on family farmers. The bill includes exemptions for food production, schools, shelters, and non-profit organizations….
FAPRI Releases 2025 U.S. Agricultural Market Outlook
…for American farmers, shaped by falling crop prices, high production costs, and record returns in the cattle sector. For many crop producers, net returns have dropped significantly from recent highs….
U.S. Beekeepers Report Record Colony Losses, Raising Alarm for Farmers
…could be significant. With fewer bees to pollinate crops like almonds, apples, and melons, farmers may see reduced yields and higher production costs. Economic losses for beekeepers are already estimated…
U.S. Grapefruit Production Forecast
…for one-third of the total production at 100,000 tons. U.S. Grapefruit Production Forecast Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef…
Farmer Sentiment Declines Amid Policy and Trade Uncertainty
DepositPhotos image Farmer sentiment weakened in March as growing concerns over agricultural trade and farm policy dampened outlooks. The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer dropped 12 points to 140,…
US Orange Crop Expected to Decline for Upcoming Season
…shifting tastes, health concerns, and rising prices. Meanwhile, Brazil, the world’s largest citrus producer, is also affected by reduced fruit production due to dry weather. US Orange Crop Expected to…
American Agriculture History Minute: Morrill Act of 1862 Opens Extension Offices
…History Minute. American Agriculture History Minute: Morrill Act of 1862 Opens Extension Offices Early settlers relied on friends and close neighbors for information on practices that would improve their production….
Study Finds Pierce’s Disease Prevention Saves California Growers Millions
…an additional $56 million in costs due to lost production and vine replacement. Industry leaders emphasize the importance of continued investment in PD and GWSS management. Randy Heinzen, chair of…
Farm Closures Feared as Ag Industry Responds to New Tariffs
…economic sustainability of farmers who have lost money on most major crops for the past three years. “More than 20% of farm income comes from exports, and farmers rely on…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 04-03-25
…points to 140, with 43% of farmers citing trade policy as their top concern, surpassing interest rates. The farm capital investment index dropped to 54, while farmland value expectations remained…
Surplus Broiler Eggs Offer a Potential Solution to Rising Table Egg Prices
…annually. While total U.S. table egg production exceeded 93 billion eggs in 2024, this surplus would add approximately 33.6 million eggs per month—about 0.4% of the monthly total. While a…