…trade talks continue, and China negotiations are ongoing. Weather conditions in the US, Brazil, and China are impacting agricultural markets. The Make America Healthy Again Commission‘s potential ban on pesticides…
Rollins Vows Better USDA Customer Service During Road Trip
DepositPhotos image Brooke Rollins, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary, recently visited Nebraska to discuss the Trump administration’s “Farmers First” policies, which aim to support small-scale farmers. She emphasized…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 05-21-25
…optimism among farmers due to recent trade agreements, particularly with China. They note a poll showing 75% of farmers feeling more positive. The conversation shifts to the impact of severe…
Production and Transition of Fresh Produce Looks Promising
The transition of blueberries from South America to Mexico and then to the United States has been seamless this season. California’s blueberry harvest began two weeks ago, and thanks to…
“Farmers First” Policies Promoted by Rollins
…shaping the department’s future. The discussions in Nebraska signal a continued push for reform, aiming to create a more responsive and farmer-focused USDA. “Farmers First” Policies Promoted by Rollins Sponsored…
Positive Tariff Update for California
…news for California farmers on avocados, almonds, pistachios. Avocados from Mexico, which supply 91% of the US consumed are exempt from Mexican avocados from tariffs under the USMCA. The volume…
California Needs New Water Plan
…the time the beautiful snowpack goes right into the ocean. This is our new normal and it’s putting our water supply and economy at risk for farmers. Farmers are always…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 05-20-25
…the booming berry sector to the sweet success of California table grapes and a deep dive into the organic future of American agriculture, this episode is packed with insights, laughs,…
Avocados and Saving Water
…no one had done on this scale before. The goal was to develop more accurate crop coefficient, key figures that tell farmers how much water the trees really need and…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 05-19-25
…water storage, and ensure future water supply for farming, according to Newsom. The discussion stresses the Governor’s urgency of streamlining permitting, securing funding, and preventing litigation delays. Some questioned Newsom’s…
Cattle Market Currently Navigating Uncharted Territory
…feeders are facing steep prices with little opportunity for bargains, making it a challenging market. Bennett highlights that cattle numbers are expected to remain tight for the foreseeable future, meaning…
Disaster Declaration Submitted by San Joaquin County Agriculture Commissioner
…losses due to these challenges. With weather playing a pivotal role in agricultural production, disaster relief measures are essential for ensuring farmers can recover from setbacks and maintain industry stability….
Farmers Being Forced Off Their Land
12 multigenerational family farms farmers are being forced off their land after 100 years of farming. Stephanie Moreda explains. Farmers Being Forced Off Their Land Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 05-16-25
…future discussion on long-term water security in California. The University of California has released a study that they did highlighting the severe economic and environmental impacts of California’s water insecurity. …