…Make America Healthy Again, We Must Make Agriculture Great Again” About the Reporter: Nick Papagni is the Ag Meter for AgNet West, covering national agricultural policy and food systems innovation….
Land Rich, Cash Poor: A Deep Dive Into California’s Farming Crisis
…about giving America’s food producers the tools and freedom to adapt. Whether you’re a farmer, policymaker, or consumer, this issue affects you. Food security, local economies, and environmental stewardship all…
Concerns Voiced on Proposed Expansion of Futures Trading Hours
…between cash markets—where physical commodities are bought and sold—and futures markets. Maintaining alignment between these two systems is critical for effective hedging strategies and price stability. A misalignment could disrupt…
Reisinger Discusses Challenges and Solutions for Farms in Book
…and how that affects the food of everybody, it affects the availability, the security, the health and the affordability of our food. We keep wiping out farmers like this, food…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 05-23-25
…for better support systems. The segment concluded with a reminder of the 988suicide hotline and the importance of addressing both physical and mental health issues in farming communities. Nick and…
Kennedy Pledges Support for U.S. Farmers
…do anything to jeopardize that business model.” Kennedy Said. Kennedy acknowledged that modern crop protection tools are deeply woven into the fabric of American food production and stressed that his…
RKF Talks Pre-MAHA Report
…that 70% of the food that most children consume contains ultra processed ingredients. This is why we have an obesity problem in the USA. RKF Talks Pre-MAHA Report WH-The-MAHA-Report-AssessmentDownload Sponsored…
Are Solar Panels Safe on Farmland?
…solar panels from China on top of it. Italy has stopped all solar panels on farmland because they say it will hurt food quality. Mary Miller a representative from Illinois,…
Land O’Lakes, Inc. CEO Receives Recognition
…position as a key force in food production and sustainability, navigating pressing economic and environmental concerns with resilience. One of Ford’s most significant contributions is her advocacy for immigration reform,…
Pet Lover’s Spay and Neuter Grant Program-Receives Funding from CDFA
Internet Archive Book Images, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons (CDFA/SACRAMENTO, May 20, 2025) — The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has awarded a total of $485,174 in funding from the…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 05-21-25
…cut costs. The conversation also covered the ongoing efforts to legalize undocumented farmworkers, involving multiple cabinet leaders. The discussion emphasized the need for healthy food choices to reduce obesity and…
“Farmers First” Policies Promoted by Rollins
…(SNAP), a move intended to promote healthier food choices for recipients. She also discussed potential restrictions on solar operations on farmland, emphasizing the USDA’s role in preserving agricultural land for…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 05-20-25
…will learn about Homegrown’s unique ESOP structure, its regenerative agriculture practices, and its bold mission to become 100% Equitable Food Initiative (EFI) certified—showcasing a deep commitment to workers and sustainability….
Event Dates Coming Up for Almonds, Organic Summit, Strawberries
Emmanuel Anin, via Wikimedia Commons Here’s some event dates you need to put on your calendar. The Almond Board of California will have their production research Summit on June 18…