…and ranchers. The National Association of Farm Broadcasting contributed to this story. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 12-28-22
…and partnerships proving to be critical for the future of the raisin industry. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet…
AFBF: Risk Management Tools a Farm Bill Priority
…volatility in the markets, managing risk remains a priority for farmers and ranchers. New analysis from the American Farm Bureau Federation examines several farm bill risk management tools included in…
Groundwater Recharge Considerations in Orchards
…using ponds and other local bodies of water. Samran also believes that farmers need to be responsible for recharging their own groundwater as well. He advises that farmers interested in…
National Ag Day Essay Contest Looking for Entries
…the Agriculture Council of America is hosting an essay contest. The theme for the year is Growing a Climate for Tomorrow: How American Agriculture Does it Every Day. The essay…
Opportunities and Challenges of Electric Farming Equipment
Electric farming equipment is a relatively new addition to agriculture, but more and more farmers are looking to incorporate the technology into their operation. Director of vineyard operations for Wente…
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 12-26-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers congress failing farmers, farmworkers and American consumers by not placing labor reform in…
USDA and USTR Seek New Trade Advisory Committee Members
…Advisory Committees, or ATACs, provide technical advice and guidance on international trade issues that affect specific agricultural commodity sectors. The ATACs focus on trade in animals and animal products, fruits…
Applications Open for Women in Food & Agriculture Mentorship Program
…in Food & Agriculture mentorship program as an investment not only in the lives of women but in the future of agriculture.” Women in Food & Agriculture is looking for…
New Chief Agriculture Negotiator Finally Confirmed by Senate
…with enthusiasm from agricultural organizations. Groups including the U.S. Meat Export Federation, National Association of Wheat Growers, Farmers for Free Trade, U.S. Grains Council, National Milk Producers Federation, and U.S….
NASS 2021 Organic Survey Results
What state and products lead in organic production? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) this month released the…
Ag Groups Welcome Alexis Taylor as USDA Trade Undersecretary
…forward to working with her to promote American agriculture.” Taylor will be filling an important trade position that has been vacant for nearly two years. Groups including the National Association…
EPA: New Biofuel Mandates Will Boost GHG in Short Term
…Of Ours program here. EPA: New Biofuel Mandates Will Boost GHG in Short Term Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and…
Agricultural Wins and Losses in Omnibus Appropriations Package
…stand to benefit farmers and ranchers. The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) noted its support for the inclusion of the Growing Climate Solutions Act and the SUSTAINS Act. “Environmental markets…