DepositPhotos image The National Farmers Union (NFU) prioritizes maintaining the viability of farming operations amidst economic challenges, emphasizing the need for a robust safety net, strong crop insurance, and continued…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 01-16-25
…Services at the Center for a Humane Economy, discusses the ongoing H5N1 outbreak. With its origins in China and global spread, this deadly virus persists despite the USDA’s $2 billion…
Almond Update: Almond Growers Encouraged to Support Pollinator Health
…also addressed the importance of aiding native pollinators, including species like the monarch butterfly, which was recently listed as threatened by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Lewis emphasized the…
California Wildfires Also Affecting Agriculture
…wildfires are affecting populated areas in Southern California, they are also affecting agricultural areas in the hilly areas just outside of Los Angeles. USA meteorologist Brad Rippey on the wildfire…
American Agriculture History Minute: Harvesting Corn by Hand Continues Today
…by hand was a necessity. Today, the National Corn Husking Association keeps that tradition going the third weekend in October each year to determine who is the best corn husker….
USDA Announces Grants and Technical Assistance Funding
…enhance our customer service through the partnership with NIFA.” “NIFA is excited to partner with NRCS and Land-grant Universities to increase the footprint of Cooperative Extension in dedicated Urban Service…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 01-15-25
…tariffs to level the playing field and mandatory Country of Origin Labeling to support domestic producers. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media,…
Craig Denounces Proposed Cuts to Farm Bill Programs
…plan would, in her words, “take money from farmers to pay for tax breaks for the already super rich.” Craig Denounces Proposed Cuts to Farm Bill Programs Sabrina Halvorson National…
American Agriculture History Minute: Ohio State University Founded
…university under the Morrill Act of 1862. And the name Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. Initially it was thought one of Ohio’s two existing universities. Ohio University and Miami University,…
USDA Finalizes Key Reforms for Farmers
…Stockyards Act, continuing efforts to promote fairness and transparency in agricultural markets. However, the USDA has also announced the withdrawal of a proposed rule intended to define unfair practices in…
USDA Confirms Poultry Rule Will Not Be Finalized
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) has announced the withdrawal of the proposed rule, Fair and Competitive Livestock and Poultry Markets, originally issued on June 28,…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 01-14-25
…in providing educational offerings, accreditations, and advocacy for agricultural professionals. The chapter, with 250 members, represents 10% of the national society’s 2,500 members. Key issues include water supply, commodity pricing,…
U.S. to Rebuild Bird Flu Vaccine Stockpile
…flocks. In December, USDA reported infected dairy herds in California and Texas. U.S. to Rebuild Bird Flu Vaccine Stockpile Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is…
Livestock Producer Evaluates Trump Pick for Ag Secretary
…has drawn a mix of reactions from the agricultural community, with some expressing cautious optimism. Mark Eisele, President of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association and a Wyoming rancher, highlighted both…