…market potential.” Proceeds from the Porkstars event went to a local charity, Feed the Kids, that provides nutritious food to vulnerable children in rural Vietnam. Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester…
Students Encouraged to Apply for CME Group Beef Industry Scholarships
…who are essential to the future of food production. Eligible students include those studying education, communication, production, research, or other areas related to the beef industry. CME Group’s John Ricci,…
New Ag Literacy Resource Highlights U.S. Food and Farm Facts
DepositPhotos image The American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture has released a new educational resource called Food and Farm Facts, offering insights into where food in the U.S. is grown…
Almond Board Launches New Learning Hub for Industry Professionals
…irrigation, and food safety. Users can explore courses of varying lengths, with some providing essential overviews, such as “What is Whole Orchard Recycling?” or focusing on specific areas like soil…
Purdue Expert Shares Sales Strategies for Agricultural Professionals at CA Conference
…at Purdue University and director of the Center for Food and Agricultural Business, shared his sales expertise at the recent California Association of Pest Control Advisors (CAPCA) conference in Anaheim,…
USDA Releases Interim Report on Meat Industry Practices
…practices affect competition in the food sector, with a focus on the meat industry—especially beef. This report follows President Biden’s 2021 Executive Order No. 14036, which directed federal agencies to…
2024 GAP Report Warns of Slowdown in Global Agricultural Productivity
…the global effort to increase agricultural total factor productivity (TFP) growth, which is critical for meeting food demands by 2050. The report shows that between 2013 and 2022, global productivity…
Video: Secretary Vilsack On USDA Efforts for Farmers and Communities Affected by Hurricanes
…address immediate needs, such as providing food and shelter, while preparing to help farmers recover from agricultural losses. A critical part of the USDA’s response involves creating flexibility within the…
AgNet News Hour, Friday, 10-11-24
…the issue. In addition, we talk with Samantha Buchalter, Vice President at the Russell Group, who discusses the Food and Agriculture Climate Alliance (FACA) and its 2020 launch aiming to…
Organic Valley to Host Live Virtual Farm Tour for National Farmers Day
…by keeping waterways clean and creating habitats for wildlife. This event aims to highlight their efforts and inspire viewers to learn more about where their food comes from. Sign-ups for…
USDA Unveils New Actions to Boost Fair Markets and Lower Food Prices
…competitive markets for American farmers and ranchers, and lower food prices for American families. USDA published an interim report that assesses competitive conditions in the meat retail industry. The report…
Assembly Bill CA AB1042 Signed into Law
…on chemicals used as seed coatings, particularly harmful insecticides like neonicotinoids. Neonicotinoids, known for their role in honeybee colony collapses, are toxic to birds and aquatic systems. Even a single…
California Dairy Sustainability Summit Announces Farm-Focused Event for 2025
…details about the summit will be released soon at www.cadairysummit.com. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker who specializes…
NFU Leaders Work to Advance Sustainable Food Systems and Global Cooperation
…food systems, supporting both local and international food chains to ensure global food security. The message from these global farm organizations is clear: collaboration with farmers is essential to feeding…