…Stockyards Act, continuing efforts to promote fairness and transparency in agricultural markets. However, the USDA has also announced the withdrawal of a proposed rule intended to define unfair practices in…
USDA Confirms Poultry Rule Will Not Be Finalized
…2024. The proposed rule aimed to specify practices that violate Section 202(a) of the Packers and Stockyards Act of 1921 (P&S Act) by defining unfair conduct that harms both market…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 01-14-25
…and the need for future agricultural professionals. Ming emphasized the importance of water analysis and the impact of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) on land values. The chapter also…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 01-13-25
…tree oil and synthetic chemistry, offering a powerful solution for California agriculture. Tedford explains the benefits of this hybrid fungicide, its broad spectrum of activity, and its resistance management properties….
Newly Elected Congressman Adam Gray Highlights Agriculture, Water Challenges
…most productive farmland in the world, Gray emphasized the significance of his district, which he described as “the largest dairy district actually, in the United States Congress.” Water Infrastructure: A…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 01-10-25
…their tragic impact on lives and property. The conversation includes contrasting views from President-elect Donald Trump and Governor Gavin Newsom on the causes of the fires. The show focuses on…
Using 3D Technology to Help Farmers with Weed Suppression
…to control the weeds on their operations. This technology can lead to improved herbicide resistance management, reduced herbicide use, better soil health, and improved water quality downstream. The project, which…
CDFA’s Fertilizer Research and Education Program Allocates Funding to New Projects
The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Fertilizer Research and Education Program (CDFA/FREP) has allocated $1.15 million to five new projects aimed at enhancing nutrient and irrigation management for California’s…
USDA Works to Strengthen Food Supply Chain
…sustainable food system while enhancing national food security. For more information, visit USDA.gov/markets. USDA Works to Strengthen Food Supply Chain Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 01-09-25
…two new national monuments in California under the Antiquities Act. The conversation focuses on the history and purpose of the Antiquities Act and addresses concerns from agricultural groups, particularly the…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 01-08-25
…state of Montana and Yellowstone National Park regarding the park’s bison management plan. They delve into the implications of increasing bison populations, such as the spread of brucellosis to cattle,…
Act Provides $9.8 Billion in Ag Relief, Texas to Benefit the Most
…in the agricultural sector. Act Provides $9.8 Billion in Ag Relief, Texas to Benefit the Most American Relief Act of 2025-BILLS-118hr10545enrDownload Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 01-06-25
…costs exacerbated by geopolitical events, ongoing supply chain pressures, and the impact of climate change. They also touch upon shifting consumer preferences towards plant-based proteins, vertical farming, and the impacts…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 01-03-25
…with contracts set to expire on January 15th, 2025. They delve into the potential ramifications for agricultural exports, the criticality of timely contract negotiations, and the broader impact on the…