Courtesy of National Centers for Environmental Information/NOAA Drought continues to be an issue around the nation. USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at states where notable extreme and – or exceptional…
American Agriculture History Minute: Pushing Across the Appalachians
DepositPhotos image I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. American Agriculture History Minute: Pushing Across the Appalachians As early settlers pushed across the Appalachians, many assumed that they…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 01-06-25
…soil health and provide farmers with diverse income streams. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist,…
Producer Weighs in on USDA H5N1 Monitoring Program
…combat H5N1, Sjostrom emphasized the need for the program to align its methods with achievable outcomes. “Everyone—from dairy farmers to the poultry industry—wants this disease eradicated,” he said. “But we…
East and Gulf Coast Port Strike Appears More Likely
Image by unkas/DepositPhotos image With less than a month remaining before the International Longshoremen’s Association’s (ILA) contract with the U.S. Maritime Alliance expires, shippers are increasingly concerned about the likelihood…
H-2A Program Sees Slight Increase
…continue as farmers strive to meet ongoing demand. H-2A Program Sees Slight Increase Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 01-03-25
…U.S. economy. Key topics include the role of government, the importance of maintaining international trade relations, and the ongoing debate over automation in port operations. They underscore the significant risk…
Initiative Offers Year-Round Soil Solutions Nationwide
…began with a focus on the Upper Midwest’s shorter growing seasons, co-director Mitch Hunter says its methods can help farmers in other regions as well. “We want to not just…
Cattle Industry Leader Highlighted Priorities for 2025
With a new Congress starting on January 3, 2025, and President-elect Donald Trump set to be sworn in on January 20, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) is focused on…
Voices of the Valley: The Connection Between Farming, Food, and Wellness
In this episode, we explore the powerful connection between the food we eat, provided by the farmers who grow our food, and our overall health and wellness. From fueling our…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 01-02-25
…to non-farmers, sparking a lawsuit. The conversation covers the potential ramifications for Illinois farmers, their representation in national policy, membership impacts, and the broader implications for other state Farm Bureaus….
Almond Update: Mastering Orchard Spraying
…can ultimately reduce costs, protect neighboring properties, and lead to healthier, more productive orchards. Almond Update: Mastering Orchard Spraying Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is…
National Voluntary Livestock Improvement Program Planed by USDA
DepositPhotos image USDA has announced plans to establish a national voluntary livestock improvement program with plans to launch a public comment period through the end of the month. National Voluntary…
Potential Port Work Stoppage Threatens U.S. Agricultural Exports
…damage the nation’s reputation as a reliable supplier. Many U.S. meat shipments originate from the East Coast and serve customers in regions like the Caribbean, Central America, Europe, South America,…