…to their diets. FCBS is a module of the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, and its data reflect national trends about changing dietary behaviors of U.S. consumers. From the…
USDA Announces Projects to Boost Access to Green Space for Millions
…Initiative (USDA/WASHINGTON, Sept. 14, 2023) — Today, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Forest Service is awarding more than $1 billion in competitive grants to plant…
Kildee’s Request for Farm Bill Sugar Policy
…he plans to do everything he can to make sure that happens. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker…
New Policies and Priorities Established at NASDA Annual Meeting
…the NASDA Annual Meeting in Cheyenne, Wyoming. One of the new amendments addresses the agricultural workforce pipeline and the need for specialized training within the agricultural industry. “NASDA believes that…
Farm Bureau Shines Innovation Spotlight on Ag
…spotlight on start-up companies focused on advancing agricultural innovation by naming the top 10 teams in the 2024 Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge. “The future of American agriculture is bright…
Ag Labor Expenses Forecast to Increase in 2023
…$43.35 billion for 2023, based on new data from USDA’s Economic Research Service (ERS). This would be an increase of $0.78 billion, or 1.8 percent, over the 2022 level of…
NPPC President Not Willing to ‘Bet the Farm’ on Prop 12
Now that California’s Prop 12 is in effect, hog producers around the nation are having to decide if they’re going to change their operations to comply. National Pork Producers Council…
World Food Prices Lower in August
…the National Association of Farm Broadcasting. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours program here. World Food Prices Lower in August FAO Food Price Index drops in August, reversing…
Milk Loss Assistance Available for Producers Impacted by Natural Disasters
…The program administered by USDA’s Farm Service Agency will provide support for dairy operations that suffered certain losses in the 2020, 2021, and 2022 calendar years. MLP assistance is available…
Group Wants Candidates to Understand Importance of Trade
Election season is getting underway, and one ag group wants candidates to talk about trade. As election season begins to kick into full gear, the agricultural organization Farmers for Free…
Another Challenge to GMOs
…Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker who specializes in agriculture. She primarily reports on legislative issues and hosts…
Week in Review: Table Grapes Devastated by Storm & Walnuts Set for Good Season
…contracted production forecasted to reach 12.9 million tons. The positive outlook for California walnuts in 2023 can be attributed to favorable weather conditions. Stay informed about the latest agricultural headlines…
AgNet Weekly: Brian Kuehl on Current Trade Topics
…known nationally for her award-winning, balanced, and accurate reporting. For more than 10 years, she has specialized in agriculture news focused on political issues. While most agriculture news podcasts focus…
One Week Left to Apply for New Organic Transition Pilot Program
…farming practices. Selected awardees will play a crucial role in assisting these agricultural professionals by offering services such as on-farm organic management consultation, translation services, business planning, and support with…