DepositPhotos image Organic and transitioning farmers and ranchers can now apply for the Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF)’s Farmer-Led Trials (FLT) Program for the 2025 season. This program offers a…
Animal Disease Traceability Rule Coming in November
DepositPhotos image The U.S. cattle industry will have a new level of disease protection next month when USDA’s enhanced Animal Disease Traceability rule takes effect. Rapid response to an animal…
USDA Launches New Tools to Improve Fertilizer and Grain Transportation Visibility
DepositPhotos image The USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) has introduced two new tools to boost transparency and resilience in the agricultural transportation sector. Announced today, the Fertilizer Transportation Dashboard and…
NRCS Announces $100 Million in Federal Assistance for California Farmers and Ranchers
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in California has announced federal assistance opportunities for agricultural producers for Fiscal Year 2025, which runs from October 1, 2024, to September 30,…
Export Exchange 2024 Focus on Trade and U.S. Agriculture Growth
…She primarily reports on legislative issues and hosts The AgNet News Hour. She was recently named the 2024 Farm Broadcaster of the Year by the National Association of Farm Broadcasting…
Farmers Left in Crisis as Poultry Company Abandons Contracts
…farms. With no support from the company, these farmers are pleading for help from state and federal officials. For many, the situation began deteriorating as far back as April, when…
Video: Secretary Vilsack On USDA Efforts for Farmers and Communities Affected by Hurricanes
…USDA Mobilizes Resources to Aid Farmers After Devastating Storms U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is focusing on assisting farmers, ranchers, and communities affected by the destruction of Hurricanes Helene and…
AgNet News Hour, Friday, 10-11-24
…and Milton. He discusses key measures such as SNAP program flexibility, opportunities for hot meals, and meals for schoolchildren. For farmers, a variety of aid programs are available, and USDA…
State Water Board Approves Rate Hikes for 2024-25, Impacting Farmers and Groundwater Recharge Projects
…agriculture. She primarily reports on legislative issues and hosts The AgNet News Hour. She was recently named the 2024 Farm Broadcaster of the Year by the National Association of Farm…
USDA Invests $46 Million to Support Veteran and Underserved Farmers
…Torres Small. “These investments provide beginning, underserved, and veteran farmers with the resources and mentoring needed to succeed.” USDA programs, such as the Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program (BFRDP)…
USDA Awards $25 Million to Support Specialty Crop Exports
…legislative issues and hosts The AgNet News Hour. She was recently named the 2024 Farm Broadcaster of the Year by the National Association of Farm Broadcasting and serves as a…
Organic Valley to Host Live Virtual Farm Tour for National Farmers Day
DepositPhotos image Organic Valley is celebrating National Farmers Day with a unique experience, bringing the sights and sounds of small organic family farms directly to viewers through a live virtual…
USDA Unveils New Actions to Boost Fair Markets and Lower Food Prices
…competitive markets for American farmers and ranchers, and lower food prices for American families. USDA published an interim report that assesses competitive conditions in the meat retail industry. The report…
International Development Through USDA Programs
Strawberries farm in Chiangmai, Thailand. DepositPhotos image Two programs offered by USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service provide resources for global development focus areas such as nutrition, education, and self-sufficiency. Rod Bain…