The “Small Farms Farmer First Initiative“, led by Brooke Rollins, the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, is designed to empower small-scale farmers by addressing key challenges and ensuring long-term sustainability. The…
California Avocado Society Takes Proactive Steps
…cultivation. Attendees will also have the opportunity to engage with industry professionals and learn about the latest research and developments shaping the future of avocado farming. In addition to expert-led…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 05-27-25
…with Brian Reisinger. They discuss his book “Land Rich, Cash Poor,” which explores the challenges and solutions for American farmers. He highlights the economic struggles farmers face, including rising costs…
Avocado Commission Advocating for Restoration of Inspection Protocols
Adriana Ornelas Bernal, via Wikimedia Commons In 2024, President Joe Biden halted a crucial agreement between the U.S. and Mexico that allowed American inspectors to examine avocado products in Mexico,…
Rollins Lays Out Policies of Small Farms Farmer First Initiative
…and funding options, the initiative aims to reduce bureaucratic barriers and support farmers in maintaining and expanding their operations. farmers-first-small-family-farms-policy-agendaDownload A major component of the initiative is ensuring reliable access…
Fifth-Generation Dairy Farmer Sounds Alarm on California Ag Issues
…by powerful environmental NGOs that target farmers operating within and near Point Reyes National Seashore. These lawsuits began as far back as 2016 and have drained local farmers financially and…
Rollins: “To Make America Healthy Again, We Must Make Agriculture Great Again”
…national wellness efforts. “Without American agriculture at the center of this discussion,” Rollins declared, “we cannot truly make America healthy again.” Rollins praised the current state of the nation’s food…
Land Rich, Cash Poor: A Deep Dive Into California’s Farming Crisis
…and entrepreneurial opportunities. “This is small and medium-sized American businesses getting wiped out,” said Reisinger. “It’s not just a rural issue. It’s a national one.” A Call for Innovation and…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 05-26-25
…billion, and premium subsidies for crop insurance. The bill aims to support small businesses and farmers, with potential changes in the Senate. Nick and Lorrie then talk about the impact…
Concerns Voiced on Proposed Expansion of Futures Trading Hours
Depositphotos image The National Grain and Feed Association (NGFA) has voiced concerns regarding a proposed expansion of futures trading hours to a 24/7 schedule. In a formal statement to the…
Fruit Storage Trends Reflect Decline
…to national apple reserves. Among the varieties dominating storage inventories, Red Delicious, Gala, Granny Smith, Pink Lady, Cosmic Crisp, and Fuji remain the most prevalent. While apple stocks remain relatively…
Farming in California vs the United States
The Jon B. Lovelace Collection of California Photographs in Carol M. Highsmith’s America Project, Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs Division.; Gift; The Capital Group Companies Charitable Foundation in memory…
American Agriculture History Minute: Rural Electrification Initiative
Cultivating near North Wold Farm David Wright / Wikimedia Commons Mark Oppold presents an American Agriculture History Minute, focuses on the historical development of rural electrification in America during the…
Innovations and Insights Field Day
…professionals and learn about the latest research and developments shaping the future of avocado farming. Online registration for the event is now available. In addition to expert-led sessions, the event…