…improving USDA customer service and signed a waiver allowing Nebraska to ban sugary drinks under the SNAP program. Rollins also addressed potential structural changes, including relocating USDA outside Washington, D.C.,…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 05-21-25
…Nick and Lorrie have a discussion about USDA Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins’ visit to Nebraska. Hey highlight the announcement Rollins made about the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) changes,…
“Farmers First” Policies Promoted by Rollins
…farmers through improved customer service and targeted policy initiatives. During her visit, Rollins signed a waiver granting Nebraska the authority to prohibit sugary drinks under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program…
Disaster Declaration Submitted by San Joaquin County Agriculture Commissioner
…financial assistance, likely through low-interest loans. Early reports for this season already suggest lower volumes and a delayed start. The county estimates growers could face approximately $98 million in financial…
Glassy-Winged Sharpshooter-Pierce‘s Disease Assessment
…years, raising approximately $5 million annually for the Pierce’s Disease Control Program. Ballots were mailed in April 2025 to all winegrape producers who paid the 2024 assessment. Growers operating multiple…
Grant Funding Available Through USDA Programs
…to boost local agricultural markets, support regional food enterprises, and enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops like fruits, vegetables, and nuts. The USDA’s Local Agricultural Market Program (LAMP) has set…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 05-15-25
…pushback, particularly on SNAP benefits, which could be cut by $290 billion over 10 years. The bill also includes safety net provisions for farmers, such as better reference prices and…
WTNA Gearing Up for Two Major Events
…eat and drink to meet nutrient needs, promote health, and prevent disease. It is developed and written for a professional audience, including policymakers, healthcare providers, nutrition educators, and Federal nutrition…
Latest Federal Dietary Guidelines being Developed
…national nutrition policies, influencing everything from school meal programs to food assistance initiatives. Latest Federal Dietary Guidelines being Developed Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On…
Rollins with ECAP Disaster Component Update
DepositPhotos image The application process for the disaster assistance tranche of USDA’s Emergency Commodity Assistance Program (ECAP) is soon coming, according to the Agriculture Secretary. Rod Bain reports. Rollins with…
California Winegrapes Open Award Nominations
…excellence program. These prestigious awards honor exceptional wine grape growers and industry professionals who demonstrate innovation, environmental and community stewardship and a lasting impact on California’s wine grape industry. The…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 05-05-25
…Biden administration. Additionally, Brooke Rollins announced a second round of $1.3 billion in payments for specialty crop producers through the Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops Program. The segment also touched…
Organic Community Making Voice Heard
DepositPhotos image The National Organic Program (NOP) brought the organic community together by having over 1300 businesses and organizations sign a letter to Secretary Brooke Rollins. They want to keep…
Bipartisan Bill Aims to Strengthen Local Meat Processing Infrastructure
…and proposes increasing the federal cost share for state meat and poultry inspection programs from 50% to 65%. It also aims to expand the Cooperative Interstate Shipment Program and establish…