…and emotional account of the challenges confronting the freight industry: skyrocketing fuel prices, suffocating regulations, skyrocketing insurance premiums, and an increasingly uncertain future for diesel vehicles. He warns that freight,…
Almond Board Reports Global Trade Progress
…the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA). Following meetings in Sacramento, the group participated in a roundtable discussion, handler facility visit, and a tour of the Port of…
California Dairy in the Spotlight: Generations of Dedication and a Future of Uncertainty
…to bring kids out to the farm, champion FFA, and foster ag literacy. Their message: support your local farmers, drink more milk, and never underestimate the power and necessity of…
Agricultural Trade Deal Cuts Tariffs, Boosts Nut Exports
…meat and dairy. U.S. pork and dairy exports continue to face strict sanitary certificate requirements, which the two parties have agreed to streamline in future negotiations. Geographical Indicators and Other…
New Survey Targets Farm Conservation Efforts
…launched a major new survey effort aimed at understanding the conservation practices used by American farmers, ranchers, and agricultural landowners. Report by Lorrie Boyer for AgNet West: New Survey Targets…
HELP Act Would Aid Livestock Transporters
NCBA Supports Bill to Ease Livestock Hauling Mandates The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) is voicing strong support for the Hauling Exemptions for Livestock Protection (HELP) Act, a new bill…
Land for Service: How Revolutionary Soldiers Were Paid in Acres
…the foundation of both national defense and American agriculture. Land for Service: How Revolutionary Soldiers Were Paid in Acres During the Revolutionary War, General George Washington faced the daunting task…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 07-30-25
…at the heart of the conversation is Madera County farmer and water expert Matt Angell, who shares an eye-opening, data-rich analysis of groundwater, regulations, and the future of farming in…
USDA Pays Millions to California Dairies Amid Bird Flu Milk Losses
…for farmers impacted by wildfires, droughts, and floods, ELAP was opened to dairy producers in response to the bird flu crisis. Between November 2024 and June 2025, the USDA made…
USDA July Cattle Report Reveals Continued Decline in Herd Size
…Averill of the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service, reflect a continuing trend of tight supplies that could impact the beef market in the months ahead. — Lorrie Boyer, reports for…
California Avocado Commission Praises USDA Reorganization Efforts
Strengthening USDA Services to Support Farmers and Safeguard Food Supply The California Avocado Commission is applauding a recent move by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to restructure key components…
Federal Aid Available for U.S. Farmers Hit by Natural Disasters
New USDA Relief Program Offers Support for 2023–2024 Losses…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-29-25
…must-listen for anyone with a stake in American agriculture. One of the biggest stories this week is Australia reopening its market to U.S. beef. After a 20-year ban due to…
Tariffs Threaten North American Produce Trade
Industry Leaders Urge U.S., Mexico, and Canada to Act A coalition of North American produce organizations is calling on the leaders of the United States, Mexico, and Canada to resolve…