…milk marketing order with Roger Crayon, Chief Economist at the American Farm Bureau Federation. They delve into the detailed process and its significant impact on dairy farmers. The show also…
Farm Trade Group Warns Against Impact of Tariffs on Agriculture
DepositPhotos image A leading agricultural trade organization is raising concerns over the impact of newly imposed Section 232 tariffs on American farmers and food producers. Farmers for Free Trade, a…
ASTA Welcomes Danielle Cummins as Director of Membership Engagement
…was recently 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…
Autonomous Robotics Expands in Agriculture with Farm-NG
At the World Ag Expo, Farm-NG showcased its latest developments in autonomous robotics designed to enhance efficiency for farms of all sizes. Brendon Dowdle, Chief Operating Officer of Farm-NG, explained…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 02-14-25
…California. They discuss the state’s plans to revisit a decades-old ban on driverless agricultural vehicles, highlighting the potential benefits and challenges of using such technology in farming. The hosts particularly…
Almond Board of California Board of Directors Elections has Commenced
…The ABC board sets policy and recommends budgets in major areas, including marketing, production research, public relations and advertising, nutrition research, statistical reporting, quality control and food safety. Serving on…
American Agriculture History Minute: Wheat Production Grows with the Railroad
…Grows with the Railroad Wheat production grew as new railroads connected farms and markets. In between 1875 and 1890, bonanza farms, as they were called, were created especially in the…
Brooke Rollins Confirmed as U.S. Secretary of Agriculture
…Rollins on her confirmation as Secretary of Agriculture. Brooke is a proven leader who understands the challenges facing farmers, ranchers, and rural communities. She is taking the helm of USDA…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 02-13-25
…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 Council Member…
China Retaliates with Tariffs on U.S. Farm Machinery Amid Trade Dispute
…reaching a peak in 2022, farmer incomes have significantly declined, primarily due to lower corn and grain prices. With tighter farm budgets, many growers have postponed or canceled purchases of…
USDA’s February Farm Income Forecast
…a decrease in production expenses, is driving the overall improvement in farm income. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Economic Research Service. (2025, February 6). Farm sector income & finances: Farm sector income…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 02-12-25
…impact of the federal funding freeze on farmers. They detail how the freeze, intended to cut organizational grants, is adversely affecting individual farmers by halting essential reimbursements. Real-life examples from…
Mexico Repeals GMO Corn Ban Following USMCA Arbitration Ruling
…the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), stated that it will continue monitoring Mexico’s adherence to its USMCA commitments. “The [U.S.] Administration will continue to stand up for U.S. farmers and producers,…
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…