Farmers looking for alternatives to traditional herbicides may soon have a new option: lasers. Carbon Robotics, a technology company specializing in artificial intelligence-driven agricultural solutions, has developed the Laser Weeder,…
Precision Sprayer Earns Recognition at World Ag Expo
…aims to address key agricultural challenges, particularly in reducing labor and input costs. The ARA sprayer, recognized as one of the top ten new products at the expo, offers multiple…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 02-13-25
…specialty crops, enhancing trade assistance, and investing in prevention and mitigation programs for invasive pests and diseases. The discussion underscores the need for more funding and prioritization of agricultural research…
China Retaliates with Tariffs on U.S. Farm Machinery Amid Trade Dispute
…Donald Trump imposed an additional 10% tariff on Chinese imports last Tuesday, China responded with its own 10% tariffs on U.S. goods, including agricultural equipment. The tariffs target more than…
USDA’s February Farm Income Forecast
…a decrease in production expenses, is driving the overall improvement in farm income. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Economic Research Service. (2025, February 6). Farm sector income & finances: Farm sector income…
Hansen Industries Showcases Energy-Efficient Ventilation at World Ag Expo
…sustainability in livestock operations. “From refrigeration to the light bulb, we can help,” Hansen said, reinforcing the company’s broad range of agricultural solutions. The World Ag Expo, one of the…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 02-12-25
…and recognizing bias, especially for the agricultural community, as presented by Sabrina at the World Ag Expo. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet…
Mexico Repeals GMO Corn Ban Following USMCA Arbitration Ruling
…year, the U.S. shipped a record 24.5 million metric tons to the country, according to the USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service. The repeal of the ban is expected to provide stability…
AFBF Duvall Discusses Concerns Over Tariffs
DepositPhotos image American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) President Zippy Duvall discusses concerns over tariffs imposed by President Trump on Mexico, Canada, and China, which could increase the cost of agricultural…
American Agriculture History Minute: National Road Developed
DepositPhotos image I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. American Agriculture History Minute: National Road Developed It was called the National Road. No, not Route 66. That would…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 02-11-25
…technology like drones and electric vehicles, and how these innovations impact various sectors. The talk emphasizes the importance of different generations understanding the evolving agricultural landscape. Listen to previous AgNet…
Farm Leaders Call for Stronger Farm Bill, Risk Management at Senate Ag Hearing
At a recent Senate Agriculture Committee hearing titled Perspectives from the Field: Farmer and Rancher Views on the Agricultural Economy, Part 1, agricultural leaders Zippy Duvall, President of the American…
Partnership Formed to Enhance Service to Retail and Food Service Partners
DepositPhotos image Corona College, Heights, Orange and Lemon Association, and Veg Fresh Farms have formed a partnership to enhance their service to retail and food service partners. This alliance combines…
U. S. Agricultural Economy Improves for January 2025
Courtesy of Purdue University/CME Group The Purdue University CMA group’s Ag Economy Barometer for January 2025 showed an improvement in the health of the US agricultural economy. However, key concerns…