DepositPhotos image I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. American Agriculture History Minute: Ohio Early Corn Production Leader Once early settlers crossed the Appalachians, many had had enough…
CattleFax Forecasts Continued Strong Demand and High Price Outlook for Cattle Producers
…production levels due to corn regaining acres from soybeans. Stocks-to-use have the potential to be above 13 percent which implies a price range of $3.75 to $5.15/bu. for the 2025…
Fertilizer Tariff Concerns Loom as Spring Planting Approaches
…in the short term. Global fertilizer supplies have been under pressure for months. European production is down due to gas shortages, while China and Iran have restricted exports, further tightening…
American Agriculture History Minute: Looking at New Mexico Diverse Agriculture
…is often the largest producer of pecans in the US, competing with states like Georgia and Texas. They have a diverse agriculture, including cattle, onions, alfalfa, cotton production, hay, and…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 01-31-25
…in trade aid distribution during previous administrations, especially concerning California’s specialty crops, and briefly delves into the contentious Proposition 12 in California regarding humane hog production standards. The discussions highlight…
Census of Horticulture Being Conducted by USDA
…crucial for gathering detailed production and sales data for the US floriculture, nursery, and specialty crop industries. The census will provide information on crop production, values, growing area, and expenses,…
Tomato Processors Anticipate a Decrease in Contracted Tons for 2025
…totaling 10.2 million tons, based on a survey by the USDA’s Pacific Regional Office. This is down from the 11.3 million tons forecast in August 2024. The production is expected…
American Agriculture History Minute: Lewis and Clark Report on Agriculture West of Mississippi River
…the two that he wanted information about agriculture production potential west of the Mississippi as settlers moved that direction. Lewis and Clark found land that was dry, barren when they…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 01-24-25
…input costs, leading to high prices. Production rebounded in 2023, causing prices to drop, and remained similar in 2024. Mexico surpassed Canada as the largest export market for US fresh…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 01-23-25
…for balanced supply and demand to ensure profitability and quality in almond farming. Michelle shares insights into the interconnected aspects of almond production and the consequences of prioritizing quantity over…
Almond Update: Orchard Challenges Highlight Need for Balance in Supply and Demand
…in the farming and processing industry, emphasized the importance of cold winter temperatures, known as chill hours, for tree dormancy and crop production. “Last year, we saw the lack of…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 01-22-25
…production The discontinuation of certain environmental justice grants and its effect on DEI policies Year-round sales of E15 ethanol and the future of electric vehicles Join Sabrina and Lorrie as…
Trump Names USDA Undersecretary Nominees
…Agriculture undersecretary for farm production and conservation; Dudley Hoskins as undersecretary for marketing and regulatory programs; Luke Lindberg as undersecretary for trade and foreign agricultural affairs; and Michael Boren as…