…he knew how his previous protections had been overturned. A Call to Action Stephanie urges the public to act now. “Reach out to your representatives. Let them know that we…
American Agriculture History Minute: Rural Electrification Initiative
…Corporation Act, which served as a model law for states to establish and operate non-profit, consumer-owned electric cooperatives. That’s today’s American Agriculture History Minute. I’m Mark Oppold. Thanks for reading….
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 05-13-25
…and trade tensions, noting that 100 Farmers Union members lobbied Congress. He also addressed potential USDA budget cuts, which could impact farm safety nets and conservation programs, and the impact…
California Gas Powered Car Ban Voted Down
…proof the mandate. Supporters of the mandate deemed it safe because of Congress not being able to change it. With the Congressional Review Act in place. As the CRA allows…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 05-05-25
…received positive feedback from farming groups. The conversation also covered the Strengthening Local Processing Act (.pdf), which supports small meat and poultry processors by providing access to information, inspector-approved products,…
Bipartisan Bill Aims to Strengthen Local Meat Processing Infrastructure
A reintroduced bill aims to help small meat processors around the nation. Senators John Thune (R-SD) and Tina Smith (D-MN) reintroduced the Strengthening Local Processing Act, a bipartisan initiative designed…
Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Impact on Agricultural Industry
by Alan Reid, via Wikimedia Commons The conversation discusses the potential impact of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act on the agricultural industry. Specifically, it addresses the estate tax…
Produce Safety Rule Compliance for Large Farms Begins
…compliance by April 6, 2026, and very small farms by April 5, 2027. The rule addresses pre-harvest agricultural water used in growing activities that may come into contact with produce…
CDFA to Host a Series of Quarterly Virtual Training Workshops
…digital inspection reports, aiding in compliance with the Food Safety Modernization Act. CDFA to Host a Series of Quarterly Virtual Training Workshops Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1,…
Death Taxes Loom as Threat to Family Farms
Several key provisions of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act are scheduled to expire this year, and the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) is urging Congress to act. The…
American Agriculture History Minute: Homestead Act of 1862
Act of May 20, 1862 (Homestead Act), Public Law 37-64 (12 STAT 392)-page 1 The U.S. National Archives, Public domain / via Wikimedia Commons image I’m Mark Oppold with an…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 04-21-25
…the hosts discussed the Trump administration’s proposal to redefine harm in the Endangered Species Act, potentially affecting wildlife protections. Lastly, Papagni promoted an upcoming Citrus and Specialty Crop Expo in…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 04-18-25
…funds. The conversation debated the legality of Trump’s actions, with one speaker arguing for transparency and the other for adherence to legal processes. The impact on farmers and the farming…
Proposed Bill Would Require Congressional Approval Before New Agricultural Tariffs
A new bill introduced by Congressman Adam Gray aims to protect U.S. farmers from economic harm caused by retaliatory tariffs. The “Stop Raising Prices on Food Act” would require the…