…Stockyards Act, continuing efforts to promote fairness and transparency in agricultural markets. However, the USDA has also announced the withdrawal of a proposed rule intended to define unfair practices in…
USDA Confirms Poultry Rule Will Not Be Finalized
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) has announced the withdrawal of the proposed rule, Fair and Competitive Livestock and Poultry Markets, originally issued on June 28,…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 01-14-25
…implications for the agricultural sector, which heavily relies on immigrant labor. The discussion includes concerns about health clinics facing false social media rumors, the fear of profiling in everyday activities,…
Livestock Producer Evaluates Trump Pick for Ag Secretary
…has drawn a mix of reactions from the agricultural community, with some expressing cautious optimism. Mark Eisele, President of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association and a Wyoming rancher, highlighted both…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 01-13-25
…the importance of biosecurity for small and backyard flocks, and the broader implications for public health and the agricultural industry. They also touch on the rising egg prices caused by…
Ports Agreement Secures Future for U.S. Red Meat Exports
…one of the country’s most valuable agricultural exports. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker who specializes in agriculture….
Specialty Crop Growers Experiencing Varying Wage Changes
DepositPhotos image Specialty crop growers in the US are experiencing varying wage changes for temporary agricultural workers. Wages are rising across the board, with the Southeast and some regions seeing…
Newly Elected Congressman Adam Gray Highlights Agriculture, Water Challenges
…an interview on the AgNet News Hour, Gray discussed his priorities and vision for addressing critical issues in the San Joaquin Valley, particularly focusing on water resources and agricultural sustainability….
AgNet News Hour Friday, 01-10-25
…the broader implications of wildfires for California’s agricultural sector, detailing the effects on crops, livestock, and water resources. The hosts emphasize the need for better wildfire management and agricultural practices,…
Farmer Sentiment Drifts Lower in December
…December compared to 51% in November. When asked for their outlook for the U.S. agricultural economy over the next 12 months, 51% of producers in December said they expect bad…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 01-09-25
…two new national monuments in California under the Antiquities Act. The conversation focuses on the history and purpose of the Antiquities Act and addresses concerns from agricultural groups, particularly the…
CDPR Releases New Schedule for Pesticide Reevaluations Across California
…2028. The department is also examining the impact of non-agricultural outdoor neonicotinoids. Draft human health risk assessments for some neonicotinoids are planned for early 2025, and final assessments for these…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 01-07-25
…Valley, and the need to balance public health and agricultural practices. They discuss the history of agricultural burning regulations, alternative methods like chipping, and the ongoing challenges of managing agricultural…
Act Provides $9.8 Billion in Ag Relief, Texas to Benefit the Most
…the Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute shows that the top ten states set to receive the most funds are major producers of corn, soybeans, wheat, cotton, and other key…