…question. What state is referred to as the grass seed capital of the world? That would be Oregon. Oregon leads the nation in hazelnut and grass seed production. Its agriculture…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 01-21-25
…60,000 jobs, with Chicago’s tourism playing a significant role. Ellis emphasized the need for policy changes to support growth, including raising production and self-distribution caps and modernizing liquor laws. The…
Richard Fordyce Appointed Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation
Richard Fordyce has been appointed as the Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation, marking his return to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Fordyce, a Missouri farmer, previously served in…
Interim Rule on Technical Guidelines for Climate-Smart Agriculture Crops Used as Biofuel Feedstocks Announced
…to the sustainable aviation fuel industry. This tool allows for precise assessment of individual fields and counties’ contributions to sustainable fuel production. The initiative aims to support ethanol facilities in…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 01-20-25
…technical guidelines on climate-smart agriculture crops used as biofuel feedstocks. The discussion covers the 45Z clean fuel production credit, its implications, and its aim to promote sustainable farming practices such…
Beagle Brigade Secures the Nation’s Agricultural Gateways
…officials, the Beagle Brigade intercepts thousands of illegal agricultural products each year, underscoring the team’s importance in maintaining the integrity of American farm production. Their consistent performance provides an invaluable…
Avocado Industry Facing Shortage
…5% of US demand. California’s avocado production will resume regular inspections mid-January and start new crop production later in the month, which should help alleviate the shortage. I’m Lorrie Boyer…
USDA Announces Grants and Technical Assistance Funding
…million in grants and technical assistance through two separately funded projects to support urban agriculture and innovative production. USDA’s Office of Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production (OUAIP) is making available…
American Agriculture History Minute: Weather Determined the Crops
…now, what is the plains? Also a very common corn. Warmer regions saw plantings of cotton and herds of beef cattle. In early colonial South, raising tobacco and cotton very…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 01-10-25
…for full-time foreign workers. Galen noted the potential impact of mass deportations on dairy farms and meatpacking plants. Looking ahead to 2025, he predicted stable milk prices and production growth,…
Crop / Commodity Drought Coverage to End 2024
What improvements in drought coverage for U.S. crop and commodity production areas were noted in the final U.S. Drought Monitor to cover 2024? Rod Bain reports. Crop / Commodity Drought…
China Approves More GM Crops to Boost Food Security
DepositPhotos image China approved five gene-edited crop varieties and 12 types of genetically modified soybeans, corn, and cotton. Reuters says the expanded approvals are intended to boost high-yielding crops, reduce…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 01-07-25
…availability, benefiting a broad range of crops including corn, cotton, citrus, and specialty crops. The service is currently available in specific geographies like Texas, Arizona, and California, with plans to…
Act Provides $9.8 Billion in Ag Relief, Texas to Benefit the Most
…covered crops. These payments are intended to offset part of the economic loss producers are facing, given the recent drop in crop prices and continuing high production costs. Analysis by…