…and former Trump administration official. She holds a degree in agricultural development and previously led the Office of American Innovation and the Domestic Policy Council during Trump’s first term. Lorrie…
U. S. Producer Serving Time for Wire Fraud Sues Tyson Fresh Meats
DepositPhotos image A former Washington rancher serving a prison sentence for wire fraud stemming from a so-called ghost cattle fraud has asked a federal appeals court to reconsider his claims…
Possible Retaliatory Tariffs Loom as Trade Policies Shift
…Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum warned of possible retaliatory tariffs, stating, “One tariff followed by another…puts at risk common businesses.” Sheinbaum, while open to dialogue, emphasized that drug-related issues are primarily…
Trump Announces Tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China
…address illegal immigration and drug trafficking. “On January 20th, I will sign all necessary documents to charge Mexico and Canada a 25% tariff on ALL products entering the United States,”…
OAA Seeks Public Input on Aquaculture Opportunity Areas in California and Gulf of Mexico
…the comment period, with final impact statements to follow. All operations would still require full state and federal permits before construction. OAA Seeks Public Input on Aquaculture Opportunity Areas in…
Public Input Needed on How to Improve Conservation Practice Standards
…through this Federal Register notice or through the Federal eRulemaking Portal, regulations.gov and search for Docket ID: NRCS-2024-0015. Or mail your comments to: Ms. Sara del Fierro, Climate Change Mitigation…
USDA Invests $265 Million to Conserve 335,000 Acres of Forestlands
…of the overall benefits of certain federal investments flow to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized by underinvestment and overburdened by pollution. USDA Invests $265 Million to Conserve 335,000 Acres of…
EPA Finalizes Approval for California Clean Air Plan Updates in San Joaquin Valley
Shutterstock image The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized approval of California’s updated State Implementation Plan (SIP) to meet federal air quality standards in the San Joaquin Valley. This decision…
Specialty Crop Trade Policies Could Shift Under New Administration
DepositPhotos image As the United States transitions to a new administration in January, California’s agricultural sector is preparing for significant shifts in trade policy. Ron Baumgarten, a trade expert and…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 11-25-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. In this episode, trade expert Ron Baumgarten joins us to discuss how the incoming administration’s trade policies could impact California…
Farm Groups Respond to Brooke Rollins’ Nomination as Agriculture Secretary
…face a struggling agricultural economy.” The American Soybean Association (ASA) highlighted Rollins’ agricultural development degree and farm background, noting her policy experience under the previous Trump administration. ASA President Josh…
Farm Service Agency Stresses Support for Farmers Amid Disasters
…communities, he emphasized the need for consistent federal funding and support for staff, particularly as Congress negotiates the next Farm Bill. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina…
Changes within FMMO Amendments
DepositPhotos image The recently announced final decision regarding Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) amendments includes adjustments provided from public comment over the past few months. Rod Bain has more. Sponsored…
Salton Sea Restoration Project Expands to Protect Air Quality and Wildlife
…of Reclamation in December 2023, part of the $250 million federal commitment from the Inflation Reduction Act. California has invested over $500 million in Salton Sea restoration projects to date….