…This thriving sector generates more than $1 billion in farm gate revenue and sustains approximately 85,000 jobs, both directly and indirectly. Around one-third of the harvest is exported, with California…
WTNA Gearing Up for Two Major Events
…program operators. The U.S. Departments of Agriculture (USDA) and Health and Human Services (HHS) work together to update and release the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (Dietary Guidelines) every five years….
Latest Federal Dietary Guidelines being Developed
DepositPhotos image The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) are working together to develop the latest federal dietary guidelines for 2025-2030. These…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 05-09-25
…California’s leading farm bankruptcies, with 216 Chapter 12 filings nationwide in 2024, 17 from California. Key issues include high input costs, labor regulations, and natural disasters. The American Farm Bureau…
Senate Bill 628 Fails to Advance in Committee
…a tax credit aimed at offsetting overtime wage costs for farmers, addressing the unintended consequences of California’s 2016 agricultural overtime law. This law, while designed to benefit farm workers, reportedly…
U.S. Red Meat Exports Rise in March, Beef Hits Nine-Month High
…year, according to the latest USDA data compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). Beef exports reached 109,330 metric tons (mt) in March, up 1% year-over-year, while the export…
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…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 05-08-25
…slightly to 101, while the farm capital investment index rose to 114. Higher input costs remain the top concern for farmers, with 10% now worried about input availability. Tariffs are…
Almond Update: Role in Culinary World Extends Beyond ‘Snacking’
…a key ingredient in cooking and baking, bringing rich flavor, texture, and nutritional benefits to a variety of dishes. Craig Durr of Campo Brothers Farms emphasizes that almonds have long…
Government Offices Slatted to Close Affects Farmers
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) plans to close the Farm Service Agency (FSA) office in Bakersfield, California, opting not to renew the lease. California is one of the largest…
The Growing Edge: Double-Edged Sword of Central Coast Weather
…USDA-ARS / Wikimedia Commons From spinach to wine grapes, learn why early prevention—including stretch sprays with ProGibb® and strategic fungicide use can make all the difference in maintaining crop health…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 05-07-25
…weather and disease management strategies for crops. The second segment of AgNet News Hour opens with the hosts discussing the closure of the Farm Service Agency (FSA) office in Bakersfield,…
California Farmland Value Depreciating
Image by Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter” California farmland value is not good. Nick Foglio from Foglio Commodities says farm ground is depreciating because 90% of the commodities you farm…
AgNet News Hour Tueday, 05-06-25
…The European Union is set to increase soybean purchases. The USDA’s farm loan programs are under review, with loans over $500,000 requiring additional clearance from the Office of the Secretary…