…the passion of California’s FFA leaders comes through loud and clear. Whether it’s preparing students for careers in farming, agribusiness, ag law, or public service, this organization is growing much…
Gut Health for Baby Calves: Why Prebiotics and Probiotics Matter More Than Ever
…and development. Dr. Soderstrom compares it to a country going to war. “You have to recruit soldiers, build equipment, and redirect resources—all of which costs energy,” she explains. A calf’s…
New Survey Targets Farm Conservation Efforts
USDA and NRCS Partner to Collect Data from 23,000 Operations The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS), in cooperation with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), has…
HELP Act Would Aid Livestock Transporters
…unloaded mid-journey, and exposure to extreme heat or cold can endanger their health. However, federal mandates such as Hours of Service (HOS) limits and Electronic Logging Device (ELD) requirements often…
Land for Service: How Revolutionary Soldiers Were Paid in Acres
…the foundation of both national defense and American agriculture. Land for Service: How Revolutionary Soldiers Were Paid in Acres During the Revolutionary War, General George Washington faced the daunting task…
USDA July Cattle Report Reveals Continued Decline in Herd Size
…Averill of the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service, reflect a continuing trend of tight supplies that could impact the beef market in the months ahead. — Lorrie Boyer, reports for…
Federal Aid Available for U.S. Farmers Hit by Natural Disasters
New USDA Relief Program Offers Support for 2023–2024 Losses…
Evolution of Irrigation in American Agriculture
…the United States, the need for irrigation wasn’t fully recognized until settlers began moving westward. Early pioneers had few resources and were often forced to haul barrels of water from…
Schiff Pushes USDA for Fair Disaster Aid to California Farmers
…Act of 2025 is allocated equitably among states—especially to support the recovery of California farmers affected by natural disasters. Reported by Lorrie Boyer for AgNet West. Schiff Pushes USDA for…
Farm Bankruptcy on the Rise Amid Economic Strain
…of operations, leaving producers with tighter margins and fewer resources to stay afloat. Input Costs and Weather Compounding the Issue Farmers are also facing elevated input costs—particularly for essentials like…
U.S.–Japan Trade Deal Boosts Agricultural Exports and Investment
…USDA Foreign Agricultural Service, the United States ranked as Japan’s fifth-largest fruit supplier in 2022, holding a 5% share of the market. That momentum carried into 2023, when the U.S….
2025 California Almond Crop Forecast Hits 3 Billion Pounds
USDA Forecast Projects Stronger Almond Harvest The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) has released its 2025 California Almond Objective Measurement Report, estimating this year’s almond crop…
Court Limits ICE Actions in Southern California
…impacted counties—especially in agriculture—should take the following steps: Review company protocols for any on-site ICE interactions. Educate workers about their rights under the TRO. Ensure access to legal resources for…
Five-Point Food Safety Plan for Meat and Poultry Unveiled
…Reduce Salmonella To combat salmonella, a persistent challenge in meat and poultry safety, USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is launching a common-sense, results-oriented approach. This strategy emphasizes practical,…