…per ton, largely influenced by Central Valley heat, low-quality yields, and alternative feed options like canola and almond hulls. “Some dairies are feeding very little to no alfalfa in their…
Trump Administration Ends Regional Food Business Centers Program
…Business Centers—a key initiative launched to support small farmers and local food enterprises across the United States. Trump Administration Ends Regional Food Business Centers Program A COVID-Era Initiative Designed for…
U.S.-India Trade Talks Stall Nut Shipments Amid Tariff Uncertainty
Delays in U.S. Nut Shipments to India Amid Pending Trade Deal A growing cloud of uncertainty over a proposed trade agreement between the United States and India is causing significant…
Lawsuit Highlights Sustainability Concerns Over Imported Avocados
Rising Avocado Demand Sparks Scrutiny Over Import Practices As avocado consumption continues to surge across the United States, questions about the sustainability of imported avocados are becoming increasingly urgent. A…
R-CALF Urges Action on Screwworm Near Border
…the Secretary not to reopen the border until Mexico demonstrates it has eradicated the disease.” Bullard emphasized that while the United States should continue supporting Mexico in fighting the screw…
Canada’s Trade Moves Raise Concerns for U.S. Meat Exporters
…Canada and the United States to continue their discussions. However, according to Erin Borror, Vice President of Economic Analysis at the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF), deeper trade concerns remain—particularly…
IFPA Strengthens Voice with UNEP Recognition
…United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). The move strengthens the organization’s ability to represent the fresh produce and floral sectors on the world stage, particularly as new packaging and environmental regulations…
Northwest Territory Opened New Frontiers for U.S. Agriculture
…Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin, and the northeastern portion of Minnesota. This vast area became the first organized territory of the United States beyond the original 13 colonies. Governance and Agricultural Growth…
Yuma, Arizona: Winter Lettuce Capital Powering Ag Innovation
…greens consumed in the United States during the winter months. With nearly 360 days of sunshine each year, Yuma offers ideal growing conditions when much of the country is too…
Western Farmers Push for Bold Water Infrastructure
…western United States. Nick Papagni, reporting for AgNet West. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt Ramsey November 4, 2025 CIR Agriculture…
U.S. Citrus Tariff Threatens South African Agriculture
A newly announced 30% tariff on South African citrus exports to the United States, set to take effect August 1, has drawn sharp backlash from agricultural stakeholders and trade experts….
Eli Whitney’s Cotton Gin Revolutionized American Agriculture
…that could clean cotton as fast as 50 people working by hand. This invention—the cotton gin—revolutionized cotton processing in the United States. The impact of the cotton gin on American…
California Fruit Leader Calls Out Regulations Hurting Growers
…to international competitors. “Other places that are sending fruit into the United States don’t have any of the same burdens and challenges we have,” he said. As a result, local…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 07-10-25
…ag needs from its next leader. He responds with a promise: “I will be the biggest champion California farmers have ever had.” Whether it’s preserving organic dairies in the north,…