DepositPhotos image A soft market for agricultural equipment over the past year, reflects broader economic uncertainty. This uncertainty is attributed to potential weather issues, commodity market fluctuations, geopolitical concerns, and…
Applications Open for California Agricultural Leadership Program Class 55
The California Agricultural Leadership Foundation (CALF) is now accepting applications for Class 55 of the California Agricultural Leadership Program (CALP), a premier leadership development initiative for mid-career professionals in the…
Ranking Members of Agriculture Committees Demand Answers on Food Aid Disruptions
…American-grown food aid. The pause raises concerns about potential impacts on American farmers and U.S. agricultural markets. In a letter to Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, Klobuchar and Craig stated, “We…
American Agriculture History Minute: Future Bright for Colorado After Discovery of Gold, Silver, and the Railroad
…1870s brought a brighter future. Colorado held its first state fair in 1879, Colorado Agricultural College, now Colorado State University opened about a year later. That’s today’s American Agriculture History…
Learn More about the Various Benefits of EQIP
We’ve talked many times about the various benefits found through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP). USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) wants to remind agricultural producers they can provide…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 02-20-25
…products, and future trends in agricultural marketing. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 02-18-25
…USDA under the Trump administration, impacting hundreds of probationary federal employees. They explore the implications of these terminations on agricultural services and the far-reaching ripple effects, including delays in Farm…
California Wine Grape Crush for 2024
…U. S. Department of Agriculture National Agricultural Statistics Service (USDA/NASS), was 2,843,646 tons, a decrease of 22.8% from the 2023 crush of 3,684,832 tons, marking the lowest recorded crush in…
National Farmers Union Supports the American Beef Labeling Act
…family farmers and ranchers produce the best agricultural products in the world, and consumers have the right to know where their products come from,” said NFU President Rob Larew. “I’m…
CDFA Hosting International Buyers for Business Meetings
DepositPhotos image The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), in collaboration with other organizations, is hosting international buyers for business meetings and a product showcase to promote California’s agricultural…
Agronomic Minute: Emergency Use Exemption Approved for Bactericide in Almond Orchards
…To use Kasumin 2L under the exemption, growers must visit their County Agricultural Commissioner’s office to add the product to their permit. County officials will provide the necessary labeling and…
Farm Trade Group Warns Against Impact of Tariffs on Agriculture
…American agricultural exports, such as soybeans, pork, and bourbon. According to Farmers for Free Trade, tariffs on U.S. agricultural goods make it more difficult for farmers, ranchers, and food manufacturers…
ASTA Welcomes Danielle Cummins as Director of Membership Engagement
…Directions Group (formerly Aimpoint Research), where she managed a diverse client portfolio, led sales efforts, and provided expert insights on agricultural trends at national conferences. Her previous roles also include…
Autonomous Robotics Expands in Agriculture with Farm-NG
…how the company’s technology aims to integrate automation into agricultural workflows without disrupting existing practices. Farm-NG’s flagship product, the Amiga, is a modular, customizable robotic platform that operates with four-wheel…