…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…
Lawfare Portal for Farmers and Ranchers Launched
A USDA portal has been launched to record farmer claims related to unfair and politically motivated lawfare originating under the Biden administration. USDA Secretary of Agriculture, Brooke Rollins, announced the…
Organic Community Making Voice Heard
…NOP strong because organic matters. Organic Community Making Voice Heard Organic Community Unites in Urgent Letter to Protect NOP Workforce Over 1,300 farms, businesses, and organizations sign letter to USDA…
Avocados Becoming Popular with Consumers
The USDA’s latest look at avocados reveals trends that point towards growing consumer interest. USDA Economist Cathryn Webber: “The California Avocado Commission estimates that California will produce 375 million pounds…
Specialized Aircraft Ejecting Millions of Mediterranean Fruit Flies
…machine including the installation of two release chutes that protrude from underneath the aircraft’s fuselage. Releases are conducted by a private release operator under contract with the USDA. The current…
Producer Commodity Prices Update for March
USDA’s latest Agricultural Prices report reflects changes in prices received from the previous month for commodities in general, and in both crop and livestock sectors. Rod Bain has the details….
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 05-01-25
…agriculture and the economy. Additionally, specialty crop growers are receiving support through the USDA’s Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops program, addressing challenges like rising costs, labor shortages, and trade disruptions….
Second Round of Payments Sent to Specialty Crop Farmers
DepositPhotos image Specialty crop producers across the U.S. will receive a second round of financial support from the USDA this week. The payment, part of the Marketing Assistance for Specialty…
Unique Ag Trade Mission
This is the flag of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China, made in CGI. by Aerra Carnicom, via Wikimedia Commons May’s USDA-led Ag Trade…
Rollins Urges Mexico to Lift Restrictions to Combat the New World Screwworm
Screwworm Larvae Courtesy of USDA/APHIS Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins has urged Mexico to lift restrictions on U.S. aircraft and waive duties on eradication equipment to combat the New World…
California Colored Potato Crop on Schedule
…available within hours of collection. USDA photo by Rene Carranza, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons The California colored potato crop is on schedule with acreage similar to last year, expected…
Rise in Avocado Popularity
DepositPhotos image USDA’s latest look at avocados reveals trends that point towards growing consumer interest. Rod Bain reports. Rise in Avocado Popularity Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1,…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 04-29-25
…risking a trade ban on cattle imports. The USDA and NCBA are urging Mexico to comply with the agreement to prevent the worm’s spread. On the last segment, Nick and…
2025 West California Almond Crop Expected to Grow Slightly
Wind rowing almonds at an orchard in California. Photo courtesy of USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service, via Wikimedia Commons The 2025 almond crop in West California is expected to grow…