Drawing of the original Dart Elevator By The Library of Congress / Wikipedia image I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Joseph Dart is part of American agriculture…
Agronomic Minute: Emergency Use Exemption Approved for Bactericide in Almond Orchards
…ground application only, with a maximum of two treatments per season. A Threat to Almond Production Bacterial blast, caused by Pseudomonas syringae, is a serious concern for almond growers, as…
NPPC Unhappy with Dietary Guidelines
DepositPhotos image (WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 11, 2025) — The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) expressed serious concerns about the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee’s so-called scientific report in comments filed…
ASTA Welcomes Danielle Cummins as Director of Membership Engagement
Danielle Cummins Courtesy of ASTA The American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) has announced the appointment of Danielle Cummins as its new Director of Membership Engagement. Cummins brings extensive experience in…
Farm Trade Group Warns Against Impact of Tariffs on Agriculture
DepositPhotos image A leading agricultural trade organization is raising concerns over the impact of newly imposed Section 232 tariffs on American farmers and food producers. Farmers for Free Trade, a…
JBS USA Food Company Settles with the U.S. Department of Labor
DepositPhotos image JBS USA Food Company will pay $4 million to settle with the U.S. Department of Labor for using child labor in meatpacking plants, with funds earmarked to prevent…
Significant Changes Recently in the Avocado Market
DepositPhotos image The avocado market has seen significant changes recently. U.S. shipments increased by 8% week-over-week and 32% year-over-year, with California experiencing an 86% growth. Mexico maintains a dominant 85%…
American Agriculture History Minute: Conservation to Control Flood Waters Begins
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. American Agriculture History Minute: Conservation to Control Flood Waters Begins In 1885, Harriet Strong made a study about the shortage of…
Almond Board of California Board of Directors Elections has Commenced
…verified by ABC. Almond Board of California Board of Directors Elections has Commenced Almond Board of California Calls for 2025 Board of Directors Candidates Election cycle begins Friday, Feb. 7…
American Beef Labeling Act Introduced to Codify MCOOL
By Monkey Business Images/Shutterstock The American Beef Labeling Act, introduced by Senators John Thune (R-S.D.) and Cory Booker (D-N.J.), codifies mandatory country-of-origin labeling (MCOOL) for beef sold in the United…
American Agriculture History Minute: Wheat Production Grows with the Railroad
Strasburg, Pennsylvania, October 2019 – Antique Steam Freight Train Puffing Smoke and Steam DepositPhotos image I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. American Agriculture History Minute: Wheat Production…
Role of Soil and Tissue Testing in Crop Nutrition Planning
Soil and tissue testing play a crucial role in developing an effective crop nutrition plan, helping farmers make informed decisions about fertilization and nutrient management. In a recent discussion, Abe…
Brooke Rollins Confirmed as U.S. Secretary of Agriculture
Secretary of Agriculture, Brooke Rollins The U.S. Senate voted 72-28 to confirm Brooke Rollins as U.S. Secretary of Agriculture. Ag commodity groups and leaders across the country congratulates Secretary Rollins…
Almond Update: Almond Board Highlights Health Benefits at Annual Conference
At the Almond Conference, Elena Hemler, Associate Director of Nutrition Research at the Almond Board of California, shared insights into the latest research on almonds and health. Speaking on a…