…office under the Trump administration. In her opening remarks, Secretary Rollins emphasized a bold, farmer-first agenda, touting major actions in trade, disaster relief, regulatory reform, and food security. “The hardworking…
California’s West Side Water Crisis: An Urgent Call for Infrastructure Action
…including federal and state canal networks — already provide the backbone for such a plan. What’s lacking, Woolf argues, is the unified execution and political will. Farmers Ready to Lead…
California’s Water Crisis: Time to Turn Policy into Action
…vital agricultural lands, this water was diverted to the ocean—wasted due to regulatory inaction and a system mired in policies that many consider obsolete. Impact on Federal and State Water…
Stuart Woolf: Solar Panels Replace Crops on Fresno County Farmland
…dad’s probably rolling over in his grave, but we just don’t have access to water.” With state and federal support lacking, Woolf said the company is also experimenting with water…
Bayer May Exit Glyphosate Business Amid Mounting Legal Pressure
…Roundup could force a major strategic retreat. In a recent call with shareholders, Anderson explained that despite meeting federal regulatory requirements, pesticide producers in the U.S. remain legally vulnerable. “There…
USDA Office Closures Scaled Back Amid Growing Tensions and Revisions
…half of the offices initially targeted under the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) initiative launched by the Trump administration. The change comes amid mounting scrutiny and rising tensions between former…
California Farmers Gain Water Access
…14181, which mandates federal agencies, including Reclamation, to maximize water supplies available through the Central Valley Project. The agency reaffirmed its commitment to this directive as conditions allow for more…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-03-25
…how this rail revival could open new doors for local farmers. Tariff Talk and Global Trade Nick and Josh also dive into the latest tariff news, highlighting the recent federal…
APHIS, CDFA Expand Citrus Greening Quarantine Area
…preventive measures, and updates, visit the APHIS citrus greening website. The ongoing efforts by state and federal agencies highlight the importance of early detection and disease control to safeguard citrus…
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins Champions U.S. Ag in Rome
…in the Trump administration’s ongoing efforts to prioritize agricultural trade and ensure that U.S. producers are equipped to compete on the global stage. Stay tuned for more updates on American…
Trump Administration Invests to Revitalize U.S. Lumber Industry
The Trump administration is making a major move to boost America’s timber sector. According to Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins, the USDA is injecting $200 million into U.S. timber production. The…
Fifth-Generation Farmer Stephanie Moreda Sounds Alarm on Land Grabs in California
…protections have been reversed under the Biden administration, accelerating the land grab issue. “If I were Trump, I’d take this as a personal affront,” Moreda said, pointing to the dismantling…
May Rural Mainstreet Index: Still Below Growth Neutral
…neutral. • Farm equipment sales dropped below growth neutral for the 21st straight month. • Federal Reserve interest rate policies have boosted CD purchases above growth neutral for 30 straight months. • Approximately 68%…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 05-30-25
…does not affect tariffs on steel, aluminum, and imported automobiles. The Trump administration plans to appeal the decision. The panel expressed skepticism about the ruling’s long-term impact. In this segment,…