…at farmers’ markets. Their versatility, flavor, and visual appeal continue to secure their place in shopping carts across the country. The outlook for the remainder of the season is positive,…
NMPF Delves into the “Big Beautiful Bill” Potential Benefits for Agricultural Industries
…farmers, enabling them to reinvest in their operations and secure future stability. Another critical provision involves farm programs, which would receive extensions to continue offering vital assistance to producers. Among…
From Cross-Check Rows to Modern Planting: Corn Planting
…corn planting was a labor-intensive, hands-on process. Early American farmers used a method known as cross-check planting, where hills of corn were planted in evenly spaced rows running north-south and…
USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins Highlights Trade Wins, Disaster Aid, and Regulatory Cuts in House Testimony
…Americans who feed, fuel, and clothe our nation and the world are at the center of everything we do at USDA,” Rollins told lawmakers. Among the most immediate impacts, Rollins…
Addressing Wolf-Livestock Conflicts: California’s Innovative Approach
…and wildlife. While challenges remain, the blend of advanced technology and local expertise holds the potential to foster a sustainable future for both agriculture and wildlife in California. For more…
Rich Kreps Calls Out California’s Water Crisis Narrative
In a recent conversation with AgNet West’s Nick Papagni, agricultural consultant and American Pistachio Growers board chairman Rich Kreps voiced strong concerns over water allocations for California’s Westside farmers. Rich…
Fighting for the Future: Petaluma Dairy Farmer Speaks Out on Land Threats
…no longer supports agriculture in the Point Reyes National Seashore. “There are 14 total operations,” she said. “Twelve have already been impacted by settlement agreements, but five farmers and ranchers…
Almond Board Launches First-Ever Production Research Summit
…this event is a game-changer. “It’s a chance to go beyond the headlines and really dive into the data, trials, and innovations that are shaping our future,” he explained. Global…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 06-12-25
Tune in to Today’s AgNet News Hour: Updates, Insights & Opportunities for Our Farmers Today’s AgNet News Hour is packed with essential updates and insights that every farmer and ag…
Birth of the Rotary Corn Planter: A Milestone in Agricultural Innovation
American Agriculture History Minute: Deere and Mansour’s Breakthrough in the 1800s In the mid-1800s, the American agricultural industry faced a critical need: a more accurate corn planting solution. Rising to…
July 15th Deadline: FSA Urges Producers to File Crop Acreage Reports
…their crop acreage reports ahead of the rapidly approaching July 15th deadline. “These reports are critical,” says FSA Administrator Bill Beam, “for farmers and ranchers to participate in FSA programs…
California’s West Side Water Crisis: An Urgent Call for Infrastructure Action
…including federal and state canal networks — already provide the backbone for such a plan. What’s lacking, Woolf argues, is the unified execution and political will. Farmers Ready to Lead…
Mangoes May Boost Heart Health in Postmenopausal Women
Researchers link daily mango consumption to lower blood pressure and cholesterol. A recent study published in the Journal of the American Nutrition Association suggests that eating mangoes may offer heart…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 06-11-25
Tune In: AgNet News Hour – Where Farming Meets the Future! Today’s AgNet News Hour is packed with stories that every California farmer and ag enthusiast needs to hear. We’re…