…soft soil. While they helped farmers mechanize field work, they also came with frustrating limitations—especially in terms of speed and soil preservation. Rubber Tires Revolutionized American Tractors Seeking improvements, Florida…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 07-23-25
…Valley weather, the show wrapped up with light-hearted banter about watermelons, grocery store strategies, and support for FFA youth. The hosts previewed upcoming FFA interviews and celebrated the strong summer…
New Tax Provision Eases Capital Gains Burden for Farmers
A recent reconciliation bill includes a provision that could offer meaningful relief to farmers facing large capital gains taxes. Kelly T. Wilfert, Extension Farm Management Specialist at the University of…
Cotton Acreage Drops Significantly Across the Belt
…regions across the Cotton Belt. Tas Smith, Vice President of Producer Affairs for the National Cotton Council, confirmed the widespread decrease, noting that the overall crop will be considerably smaller…
Five-Point Food Safety Plan for Meat and Poultry Unveiled
…maintain rigorous safety procedures, and noncompliance will be met with firm regulatory consequences to deter future violations. Conclusion USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins described the plan as a forward-looking effort to…
EPA Region 9 Administrator Meets with Ag Leaders on Air Quality
…to engage directly with agricultural stakeholders. The visit emphasized collaboration on critical air quality issues that continue to affect both farmers and residents throughout the region. EPA Region 9 Administrator…
IFPA Pushes Produce for Better U.S. Health Policy
…Instead, it calls for recognizing whole foods as the base layer of a healthier, more sustainable national health strategy. Focused Campaign, Clear Message Called Fresh Produce for a Healthier America,…
South African Growers Urge Tariff Relief for Citrus Exports to U.S.
…the U.S., jeopardizing the livelihoods of farmers who rely heavily on American demand for their seasonal produce. The association emphasized that unless a resolution is reached by August 1, the…
American Agri-Women Advocate for Agriculture on Capitol Hill
…America’s agricultural community. American Agri-Women Advocate for Agriculture on Capitol Hill Founded as a non-profit, all-volunteer organization, AAW has played a central role in amplifying the voices of women in…
Benjamin Franklin and the Postal Roots of American Agriculture
The Founding of America’s Postal System and Its Role in Agriculture In this edition of American Agriculture History Minute, Mark Oppold reflects on how early American infrastructure helped support agricultural…
Homegrown Organic: Stephen Paul on Fruit, Figs, Farming Future
…Farms joined The Ag Meter to reflect on the strong harvest season and the future of organic agriculture. Homegrown Organic: Stephen Paul on Fruit, Figs & Farming’s Future “This year’s…
Republicans Urge Legal Fix for Ag Workforce
…solutions that ensure the availability and stability of the American workforce. Republicans Urge Legal Fix for Ag Workforce With illegal border crossings reportedly at near zero under President Trump’s administration,…
USDA Lab Opens with Food Safety Focus
…comprehensive new plan to strengthen national food safety efforts. The initiative reflects USDA’s continued commitment to preventing foodborne illnesses and protecting the public. USDA Lab Opens with Food Safety Focus…
Citrus Production Forecast: Grapefruit Down; Lemons, Tangerines Up
Final USDA Citrus Production Forecast Shows Mixed Results for 2025 Season The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) has released its final citrus production forecast for the…