The North American Blueberry Council has seen significant growth with a nearly 38% increase in membership, now representing over 240 members across North America and internationally. New board members have…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 03-21-25
…Frausto, Vice President of the Woodlake FFA chapter, discussed her experiences at the National FFA Foundation’s Next Gen Conference in Florida. She highlighted her passion for agriculture, her involvement in…
Proposed Fees on Chinese-Linked Ships Could Increase Costs for U.S. Farmers
A proposal from the Trump administration to impose new fees on ocean carriers with ties to China could significantly impact American farmers and ranchers by increasing export costs, according to…
Ninth Annual “Feeding the Economy” Report Highlights Agriculture’s Impact on U.S. Economy
…full list of sponsoring organizations includes: American Bakers Association American Beverage Association American Farm Bureau Federation American Frozen Food Institute American Peanut Council American Soybean Association Association of Equipment Manufacturers…
A Crucial Event for the Pork Industry
The 2025 National Pork Industry Forum, a joint meeting of the National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) and the National Pork Board, is a crucial event for the pork industry, with…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 03-20-25
…supports Future Farmers of America (FFA) and agriculture education. The event offers various sponsorship opportunities and encourages industry connections. Additionally, the segment highlighted the extension of the public comment period…
Almond Board of California is Supporting the Next Generation of Agricultural Leaders
The Almond Board of California, represented by Kiki Sandrini, is supporting the next generation of agricultural leaders through the FFA by co-chairing the ALP golf tournament. The event, scheduled for…
CalCAN Advocates for a Continuous Allocation of CA GGRF for Agricultural Climate Solutions
…help reduce emissions, lower farm costs, and maintain food affordability. Despite contributing 8% to statewide greenhouse gas emissions and having significant carbon sequestration potential, farmers historically receive only 2% of…
American Agriculture History Minute: Rich Ag History of Missouri
DepositPhotos image I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. American Agriculture History Minute: Rich Ag History of Missouri Agriculture has a rich history in the state of Missouri…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 03-19-25
…from the Local Food Purchase Assistance Program and the Local Foods for Schools program by the Trump administration, affecting 10,000 farmers, particularly in California. USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins deemed these…
USDA Ends Local Foods for Schools Program
Wavebreakmedia/DepositPhotos image The USDA is discontinuing two pandemic-era programs that allocated over $1 billion to help schools and food banks purchase food from local farmers and producers. Of that funding,…
Frozen Raspberry Market Experiencing Significant Growth
…valued at $1.5 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach $2.3 billion by 2031, with North America and Europe leading the demand. Frozen Raspberry Market Experiencing Significant Growth Sponsored…
USDA Expediting Direct Economic Assistance to Agricultural Producers
DepositPhotos image Marking National Agriculture Day, Secretary Rollins Prioritizes Timely Support for Farmers (USDA-FSA/WASHINGTON/March 18, 2025) — U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, on National Agriculture Day, announced that the U.S….
National Farmers Union Launches Farmers Capital Fund
DepositPhotos image Courtesy of National Farmers Union The National Farmers Union (NFU) has launched the Farmers Capital Fund, a $25 million investment initiative aimed at supporting early- and growth-stage companies…