…and the necessity of urgent action to upgrade infrastructure. Additionally, the role of the Trump administration in addressing energy concerns is discussed. We also have this week’s Almond Update. Listen…
NASDA Sets Federal Policy Priorities for 2025
…livestock. Finally, NASDA is pushing for increased federal funding for state cooperative agreements. These programs help coordinate regulatory efforts between state and federal agencies, particularly in food safety, meat and…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 02-03-25
…significant cabinet positions in President Trump’s administration, focusing on former representative Lee Zeldin as the head of the EPA. They delve into Zeldin’s stance on oil, gas, and biofuels, and…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 01-31-25
…in trade aid distribution during previous administrations, especially concerning California’s specialty crops, and briefly delves into the contentious Proposition 12 in California regarding humane hog production standards. The discussions highlight…
NRCS Plant Materials Centers Support the National Seed Strategy
…and conserving biodiversity. A new progress report showcases how partnership and federal investment have advanced the National Seed Strategy, a pragmatic tool for restoring healthy ecosystems. NRCS PMC’s have been developing conservation…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 01-29-25
…pause federal grants and loans. They explore how this decision affects various agricultural programs, including USDA grants, rural development loans, and farmer’s market promotions. They highlight the potential consequences for…
Rollins Emphasized Priority to Disburse Disaster Assistance to Farmers, Supports Mass Deportation Policies
…Trump’s nominee for USDA Secretary, Brooke Rollins, emphasized her priority to disburse $10 billion in disaster assistance to farmers, approved by the Biden administration. She also expressed support for the…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 01-28-25
…the Central Valley agriculture despite its initial intent to address LA wildfires. The discussion reveals the complexities of old infrastructure, environmental regulations, and potential conflicts over federal vs. state control….
Duvall Addresses Ag Labor, Other Topics at AFBF Convention
…Duvall said farm bureau approached the issue from multiple directions. “Yes, including the courts, and it paid off,” he continued. “We helped convince federal courts to block an overreaching DOL…
Finding Out Food Date Labeling Connection with Food Waste
USDA and the Food and Drug Administration are accepting public comment through February 1st on how consumers perceive food date labels, and how they may impact food loss and waste….
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 01-23-25
…the current administration, emphasizing the implications for agriculture. They also cover the bird flu’s connection to cockfighting rings, highlighting a recent bust in Santa Barbara. The latter part of the…
Richard Fordyce Appointed Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation
…the Trump administration as the Administrator of the Farm Service Agency. His new role will oversee key agencies that directly serve farmers and ranchers, including the Farm Service Agency (FSA),…
Interim Rule on Technical Guidelines for Climate-Smart Agriculture Crops Used as Biofuel Feedstocks Announced
…conservation opportunities for agriculture,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. “Today’s action also builds on the Biden-Harris Administration’s historic work to create greater opportunity for homegrown, renewable biofuels. From making E15…
American Agriculture History Minute: Beginning of Land Stewardship
…When farmers and ranchers were encouraged to plant all possible land in support of the war effort. The United States and federal programs were then administered through the Soil and…