DepositPhotos image The National Farmers Union (NFU) prioritizes maintaining the viability of farming operations amidst economic challenges, emphasizing the need for a robust safety net, strong crop insurance, and continued…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 01-16-25
…and Stockyards Act Updates: Learn More Center for a Humane Economy: Website Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is…
American Agriculture History Minute: Harvesting Corn by Hand Continues Today
DepositPhotos image I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. American Agriculture History Minute: Harvesting Corn by Hand Continues Today From roughly the 1920s to the 1940s, harvesting corn…
USDA Announces Grants and Technical Assistance Funding
…oversees OUAIP, is providing $11.9 million in funding through an interagency agreement with the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) to promote the hiring of Urban Agriculture Conservation Extension…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 01-15-25
…into the background and current state of the debate, including the role of eminent domain and the potential impact on the corn-based ethanol industry’s future. Bill Bullard, CEO of R-CALF…
Craig Denounces Proposed Cuts to Farm Bill Programs
…plan would, in her words, “take money from farmers to pay for tax breaks for the already super rich.” Craig Denounces Proposed Cuts to Farm Bill Programs Sabrina Halvorson National…
November U.S. Beef Exports
…particularly China, Taiwan, and Japan, showed strong demand, with Japan maintaining steady levels. Mexico in Latin America and Egypt in variety meat also performed well. November highlights slides pdf-version-1Download The…
USDA Finalizes Key Reforms for Farmers
…poultry farmers. The new regulation focuses on reforming the poultry tournament system, a method used by companies to determine payment rates. “This rule provides greater insight into payment structures, ensures…
USDA Confirms Poultry Rule Will Not Be Finalized
…leaves unresolved concerns for many poultry farmers, who continue to advocate for systemic changes to improve fairness and transparency in the industry. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc….
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 01-14-25
…the workforce and community well-being. Lorrie talks with Michael Ming, President of the California Chapter of the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers, who discussed the organization’s role…
U.S. to Rebuild Bird Flu Vaccine Stockpile
…to sick cattle or poultry. Egg and turkey farm groups have been calling for a vaccine, citing the severe economic toll it has taken on farmers after wiping out their…
Livestock Producer Evaluates Trump Pick for Ag Secretary
…voice at the table on that.” If confirmed, Rollins will face a range of pressing issues, including livestock traceability, environmental regulations, and trade policies impacting American farmers and ranchers. Her…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 01-13-25
…National Pork Producers Council, who discussed the challenges and successes in managing antibiotic use in swine. She highlighted the UN General Assembly’s proposed 30% reduction in antimicrobial use, which was…
Ports Agreement Secures Future for U.S. Red Meat Exports
Longshoremen uses long rods with turnbuckles to secure containers on an container ship in deck sockets. DepositPhotos image The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the U.S. Maritime Alliance (USMX) have…