…includes $4.5 billion in American agricultural exports, a boost to farmers and food producers across the U.S. A highlight of the pact is a commitment by the Indonesian Wheat Flour…
George Washington Helped Grow American Farming
When the Revolutionary War ended and America gained its independence, survival wasn’t guaranteed. What helped the new nation thrive was a growing agricultural economy. George Washington Helped Grow American Farming…
Flush Irrigation Systems to Prevent Failures
…you’re putting in more hours pumping water—whether during the season or off-season—you must prioritize flushing your system to avoid future breakdowns and maintain irrigation efficiency. This post is brought to…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 07-17-25
AgNet News Hour: Connecting California Farming with the Future On today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour, Nick “The Ag Meter” Papagni and Josh McGill deliver a powerful blend of…
USDA Opens Sign-Up for Supplemental Disaster Relief Program
…at supporting farmers and ranchers who experienced crop losses due to natural disasters in 2023 and 2024. The announcement was made by USDA and further detailed by American Farm Bureau…
California Farm Bureau Awards 2025 Scholarships
Supporting the Future of Agriculture DepositPhotos image The California Farm Bureau Scholarship Foundation has awarded multiple scholarships to students pursuing careers in agriculture and related trades. California Farm Bureau Awards…
How George Washington Carver Revived Southern Agriculture
A Struggling Start for Southern Agriculture In the early days of American farming, pioneers in New England and along the East Coast found relative success due to favorable soil and…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 07-16-25
…the West—Nevada, Utah, Arizona, Oregon—facing the same pressures.” He calls for a reinvestment in domestic food production and fewer imports, emphasizing that national food security must become a central policy…
Lawsuit Highlights Sustainability Concerns Over Imported Avocados
…Highlights Sustainability Concerns Over Imported Avocados Legal Action Targets Sustainability Claims A prominent lawsuit, now drawing national attention, centers around allegations against produce giant Del Monte. According to court documents…
Canada’s Trade Moves Raise Concerns for U.S. Meat Exporters
…that effectively shield them from being altered during international trade negotiations, including those under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). “These guardrails,” Borror noted, “are a troubling signal to many in…
IFPA Strengthens Voice with UNEP Recognition
IFPA Builds Global Influence with UN Accreditation The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has achieved a major step forward in its global advocacy efforts by receiving accreditation status with the…
Yuma, Arizona: Winter Lettuce Capital Powering Ag Innovation
…day, more than 1,500 semi-trucks loaded with fresh vegetables leave the region, feeding a national supply chain. The Yuma agriculture sector supports more than 175 different crops year-round, driving over…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-15-25
…turned to wildfire preparedness and the new federal stance on forest management. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins testified that the USDA is elevating the national fire preparedness level and removing regulatory…
Hilton Eyes Regulatory Overhaul for California Ag
…signal a direct appeal to farmers, ranchers, and rural communities frustrated with what they see as overregulation. His platform centers on removing administrative barriers to productivity and prioritizing economic common…