…tells a story of the farmers working year-round to feed America. Farmers Across America Make Thanksgiving Dinner Possible Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an…
Public Input Needed on How to Improve Conservation Practice Standards
…practices and innovations; and to support the agency’s estimation of the mitigation benefits associated with the practice standards; and Adaptation: to assist producers in adapting to and building resilience to…
EPA Finalizes Approval for California Clean Air Plan Updates in San Joaquin Valley
…documents. Additionally, the EPA formally approved amendments to the “Valley Incentive Measure,” which credits farmers for replacing older equipment with cleaner alternatives. The updated SIP recognizes emissions reductions achieved through…
Almond Update: Almond Acreage in California Declines for Third Straight Year
…and inflation impacting energy and supplies have made it difficult to farm,” Turner explained. These challenges have pushed many farmers to reevaluate their operations, leading to the removal of 67,000…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 11-26-24
…at if there’s any help coming for those poultry farmers affected. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an…
Specialty Crop Trade Policies Could Shift Under New Administration
…seen during earlier trade disputes. While some California farmers might welcome the administration’s intent to reduce regulations, they remain wary of the trade-offs. “Farmers might gain from fewer domestic regulations,”…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 11-25-24
…agriculture. From potential tariff increases to non-tariff trade barriers, we explore the challenges and opportunities for farmers in navigating global markets. Tune in to hear insights on what lies ahead…
Urban Agriculture Bridging the Gap Between Cities and Farms
…why farmers and ranchers are so essential,” he said. He also noted the critical role urban agriculture can play in shaping agricultural policy. By bridging the gap between urban consumers…
USMEF Chair Highlights Export Growth and Value for U.S. Farmers
…demand for quality and safe meat products. U.S. meat exports significantly benefit American farmers and ranchers. According to Hanson, beef exports add $415 per head, while pork exports contribute $65…
Farm Groups Respond to Brooke Rollins’ Nomination as Agriculture Secretary
…the Senate. We’re encouraged by her statement that she’d ‘fight for America’s farmers and our nation’s agricultural communities.’ Effective leadership at USDA is more important than ever as farmers and ranchers…
Ag Industry Praised for Emission Efforts, Faces New Challenges
…supports farmers in replacing older equipment with cleaner alternatives. He also spoke about the challenges facing agriculture, including low commodity prices, difficult export markets, and increasingly strict regulations. Despite these…
American Agriculture History Minute: Ethnicity in Early Agriculture
…traditions that were quite different from those English and Scottish farmers. Germans adapted old -world techniques here, where land was more abundant in supply. They generally preferred oxen to horses…
Almond Update: Elizabeth Watkins on Bridging Farming, Food, and Education
…to agriculture and inspire confidence in local foods like California-grown almonds. Her journey serves as a reminder of the vital role farmers play in the food system and the value…
Hunger Crisis in America: Feeding America CEO Urges Action
…the need for food assistance permanently. To combat hunger, Babineaux-Fontenot encourages individuals to start locally by visiting FeedingAmerica.org. The site provides tools to locate nearby food banks and offers opportunities…