…help safeguard food affordability, support agricultural jobs, and strengthen public health throughout North America. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt Ramsey…
Evolution of Irrigation in American Agriculture
The Roots of Irrigation In today’s American Agriculture History Minute, Mark Oppold sheds light on the long and fascinating history of irrigating cropland. While modern systems are sophisticated and efficient,…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 07-28-25
…manage what you can’t see,” he tells listeners, emphasizing the urgent need for real-time data and county-wide measurement systems. In a candid and impassioned exchange, the show also explores why…
Food Security Declines Amid Growing Agricultural Trade Deficit
…a staggering turnaround that raises concerns about long-term food independence. “We are importing far, far more food into America than we are exporting,” Duarte said. “We are losing our food…
Proposition 12 Drives Up Pork Costs, NPPC Warns
…emphasized that the law’s reach extends well beyond California, creating a tangled web of state-level regulations that undermine national food production. Rising Prices for Consumers NPPC economist Holly Cook noted…
Federal Grant Fuels San Diego Port Upgrades
…supports faster and more reliable transportation of perishable goods, reduces logistics costs, and reinforces food supply chain resilience. Conclusion With a combination of federal funding, state collaboration, and local investment,…
Three Agricultural Revolutions That Transformed U.S. Farming
…precision genetics, each revolution in American agriculture pushed the industry toward greater efficiency and sustainability. These milestones not only shaped the nation’s food supply but also solidified U.S. agriculture’s place…
John Duarte on Water, Immigration, and Fixing California
…blamed for overburdened services, it’s often due to broken systems rather than the people themselves. He believes both parties need to get serious about crafting solutions that recognize immigrants’ value…
Los Gatos Tomato: Innovation, Labor & Water in Focus
…Factors include: High input costs and drought-shortened crops (2021–2022) Record tomato prices in 2023 GLP-1 weight loss drugs affecting national food consumption trends Still, Los Gatos remains strong thanks to…
U.S.–Japan Trade Deal Boosts Agricultural Exports and Investment
…food to meet its domestic demand, making it one of the most valuable markets for U.S. agriculture. A key example of this is rice: due to a recent domestic shortage,…
Early Turnpikes Paved the Way for American Agriculture
…continue to shape our food systems today. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt Ramsey November 4, 2025 CIR Agriculture Harvester Products…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 07-24-25
…the rise of weight-loss drugs affecting food demand. The episode also features timely updates on international trade wins for American ag, including new zero-tariff trade agreements with Japan, Indonesia, and…
Ground Beef Prices Hit Historic Highs Amid Supply Chain Strains
…reduction in U.S. cattle herds, a consequence of multi-year drought conditions spanning from 2021 to 2022. Courtney Schmidt, sector manager at the Wells Fargo Agri-Food Institute, notes that the industry…
Tomato Tariff Sparks Industry Concerns Over Supply and Safety
…market altogether—especially those unable to compete under the new conditions. Food Safety Risks and Monitoring Challenges Nature Sweet has also raised specific concerns regarding product quality and food safety. The…