…manufacturing jobs has declined by nearly 30,000 since 2020, reflecting broader industry pressures. John Bode, president and CEO of the Corn Refiners Association, emphasized the sector’s crucial role in economic…
Farm Groups Call for Science-Based Decisions on Key Ag Products
…Ragland said. “However, it is essential we continue to use credible science and evidence in regulating these products so we can continue to provide safe, affordable food.” John Bode, CEO…
American Agriculture History Minute: John Holmes’ Contributions to Agriculture
John Clough Holmes, January 1883 Public Domain/Wikipedia image I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. American Agriculture History Minute: John Holmes’ Contributions to Agriculture John Holmes is part…
USDA Won’t Impose Ban Despite New Case of Mexican Screwworm
Screwworm larva. Tusklike mandibles protruding from the screwworm larva’s mouth rasp the flesh of living warm-blooded animals. A wound may contain hundreds of such larvae. By John Kucharski – Transferred…
National Farmers Union Supports the American Beef Labeling Act
The National Farmers Union supports the American Beef Labeling Act, introduced by Senators John Thune and Cory Booker, which mandates country of origin labeling for beef in the U.S. This…
American Beef Labeling Act Introduced to Codify MCOOL
By Monkey Business Images/Shutterstock The American Beef Labeling Act, introduced by Senators John Thune (R-S.D.) and Cory Booker (D-N.J.), codifies mandatory country-of-origin labeling (MCOOL) for beef sold in the United…
American Agriculture History Minute: Who Was Johnny Appleseed?
…how to care and harvest them. Of course, we know John Chapman as Johnny Appleseed. That’s today’s American Agriculture History Minute. I’m Mark Oppold. Thanks for reading. I’ll see you…
Brooke Rollins Vows Swift Action on Farm Aid at Senate Confirmation Hearing
…response to a question from Committee Chair Senator John Boozman (R-AR). Rollins described her initial excitement when the president offered her the position and then quickly shifted into planning mode….
AgNet News Hour Friday, 01-24-25
…Adversary Risk Management Act (FARMS Act) by Senators Tommy Tuberville and John Fetterman. This bipartisan bill aims to scrutinize and manage foreign ownership of U.S. agricultural land, processing, packaging, and…
Interim Rule on Technical Guidelines for Climate-Smart Agriculture Crops Used as Biofuel Feedstocks Announced
…Advisor for International Climate Policy John Podesta. “Today’s announcement from USDA reinforces the important role climate-smart agriculture plays in our rural economy, including in fueling clean transportation solutions, as well…
H-2A Program Sees Slight Increase
…the Department of Labor, 384,900 H-2A positions were certified, marking a two percent increase—or 6,000 more positions—than fiscal year 2023. John Walt Boatright, director of government affairs for the American…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 12-31-24
…Lorrie talks with John Sandbakken, executive director of the National Sunflower Association, who discusses the successful 2023 sunflower harvest, noting minimal delays and high yields despite reduced acreage. He highlights…
Despite Lag in Bulk Exports, High-Value U.S. Ag Products Surge
…poultry product down one percent from last year, but dairy products up one percent over last year.” Senator John Hoeven, Ranking Member of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee and a…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 12-20-24
…hosts encourage listeners to voice their concerns to the relevant authorities to help safeguard farmland. Lorrie talks with National Sunflower Association Executive Director, John Sandbakken talks about 2024 harvest and…