…agricultural science information to a diverse audience including professionals, academics, and students. Key topics include water quality and quantity, regenerative agriculture, soil health, data usage on farms, and sustainable pest…
Commodity Groups Advocate for Economic Assistance Amid Farm Bill Delays
…to weather ongoing economic challenges. “Without meaningful investments in commodity programs and crop insurance, many farms could face significant financial strain heading into 2025,” a coalition statement warned. The farm…
Flu Vaccines for Farm Workers
DepositPhotos image This flu season, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has launched a program to provide free seasonal flu vaccines to some farm workers. In rural…
Almond Update: Almond Industry Sees Growth and Sustainability Milestones
…the industry’s success in reducing carryout. “We sold 300 million more pounds last year than we produced—that’s super helpful,” she explained. Market growth figures are also encouraging, with U.S. consumption…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 12-11-24
…autonomous vehicles on farms. They discuss the ongoing conversations and concerns surrounding Cal OSHA’s role in regulating these technologies, focusing on safety, liability, and operational protocols. They highlight the broader…
American Agriculture History Minute: Dramatic Agricultural Expansion
…of farms tripled from 2 million in 1860 to 6 million by 1906. The number of people living on farms grew about 10 million in 1860 to 22 million in…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 12-10-24
…worm in Mexico and its potential threat to the U.S. livestock industry. Laurie shares insights on the nature of the screw worm, the dangers it poses to livestock and pets,…
American Agriculture History Minute: Women’s Movement in Agriculture
…War, many farms were left to the care of women, children, and older farmers. New machinery made it possible for them to produce food to support their families and support…
New Federal Order Announced by USDA
…Protect Farms, Farmworkers and Communities from H5N1 Avian Influenza DepositPhotos image (USDA-APHIS/WASHINGTON/Dec. 6, 2024) – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is announcing the…
Organic Commodities Consumption On the Rise
…the year 2032. The growth is supported by an increase in certified organic farms, consumer demand for organics, environmental sustainability, and advancements in distribution and retail channels. California plays a…
Federal Court Blocks Corporate Transparency Act, Offering Relief to Farmers and Ranchers
…CTA mandates businesses, including many family farms and ranches, to report ownership information to the U.S. Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). Supporters argue the law combats financial crimes, but…
American Agriculture History Minute: Agriculture Differences Across America
…Midwest and in New England. In the Southern states, the poorer lands were held by poorer farmers. The best lands were held by rich plantation owners. All farms grew their…
Church Brothers Green Onions Did Not Contain Salmonella
DepositPhotos image The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has determined that a laboratory error incorrectly caused the October 18, 2024 recall announcement concerning Church Brothers’ Farm’s green onions. The products from…
American Agriculture History Minute: Plantation Agriculture Begins
…the climate allowed for cotton cultivation. Apart from the tobacco and rice plantations, the great majority of farms produced food for the family, some used for trade and then for…