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AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 04-22-25
…the U.S. Trade Representative’s (USTR) port fee proposal for Chinese ships. Initially, the USTR proposed a $1.5 million flat fee per port call, but revised it to a per-ton basis….
Ocean Freight Rates Tick Up as Tariff Moves Shake Trade
Cosco Seattle p3, leaving Port of Rotterdam, Holland By AlfvanBeem / via Wikimedia Commons image Shipping rates for ocean containers from Asia to North America saw a small increase last…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 04-14-25
…their personal favorite cheese dishes. discuss the cattle industry and share some new report export numbers, which show exports are up. They also discuss whey this part of the ag…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 04-10-25
…impact on agriculture, with potential relief payments similar to those during the Trump administration. Additionally, the discussion covered the role of world central banks, the impact of port fees on…
Meat Export Federation: Trump’s Port Fee Proposal Could Hurt U.S. Exports
…have already signaled they may reduce port calls if the policy is implemented—putting pressure on key export hubs. “The Port of Oakland handles about 40 percent of our waterborne beef…
Farmers Raise Concerns Over Proposed USTR Shipping Fees
…up to $1.5 million on Chinese-built, operated, or flagged ships arriving at U.S. ports. A public comment period is open, and U.S. farmers are voicing strong concerns. They warn that…
CDFA and California Agricultural Export Council Host International Buyers
…Asia, South Korea, the Middle East, and Taiwan for business-to-business meetings in San Francisco and Los Angeles, and a product showcase in Fresno. CDFA and California Agricultural Export Council Host…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 03-19-25
…Forest Service, affecting over 10 million square feet and saving $500 million. The Los Angeles EPA office, with a $572,000 annual lease, was highlighted. The conversation also touched on the…
CDFA Awards Grants to Boost Fresh Produce Purchases
…vegetables, and nuts by nutrition benefit clients at farmers markets in Los Angeles, San Francisco Bay Area, Marin, Butte, and Humboldt counties. CDFA Awards Grants to Boost Fresh Produce Purchases…
American Agriculture History Minute: First Grain Powered Grain Elevator Developed
…service, the first in America. Known as Dart’s elevator, other grain elevators were later built to help make Buffalo a major port city and within 15 years of his invention,…
U.S. Agricultural Exports Surge in Volume Despite Lower Revenue in 2024
Large international transportation vessel in the port, loading grain for export. DepositPhotos image The United States saw a significant increase in agricultural export volumes in 2024, as lower prices encouraged…
Los Angeles County Households Affected by Wildfires May Be Eligible for Food Assistance
Courtesy of USDA The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced that households in 28 zip codes in Los Angeles County, affected by recent wildfires may be eligible for food…
Trump Rekindles Debate Over Small, Endangered Fish in California
…roundtable with Los Angeles leaders Friday, January 25, 2025, President Trump sounded off on California water policy. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals…