…pay for a large increase in crop subsidies. House Ag Chair GT Thompson says if the CBO doesn’t change its mind, he’ll rely instead on the House Budget Committee to…
China’s Food Self-Sufficiency Plans Hit Weather Snag
…recovering agricultural production in five provinces. The funds will be used to help curb agricultural losses and to lay the foundation for a solid autumn grain harvest, which would likely…
AgNet News Hour, Monday, 08-05-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show highlights how California ag labor rates stack up against other specialty crop states and…
Profit Downturn for Global Ag Traders
Lower profits for global ag traders. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Wheat seed crop grain price goes up rising increase in global commodity market trade export. Image…
Week in Review: Court Decision Questions Card Check & Consequences from Lack of Farm Bill
…out. A recent report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture shows that American specialty crop trade with China has been on the decline over the past several years. Subscribe to…
Watermelon Production Progressing Well Despite Rough Start
Bryan Van Groningen, Vice-President of Crops and Soils at Van Groningen & Sons Incorporated, shared insight into the company’s watermelon production this year. Typically planted in March, the cool, wet…
CA Prop Causing Nationwide Issues
…a production standpoint, we know that Prop 12 can be very expensive for producers to undertake. There’s been a few studies done with data collected from those in the building…
Slower Month for Nut Shipments, But Levels Continue Outpacing 2023
…by the end of the crop year, with a projected carryout of 485 million pounds. Similarly, other nut shipments followed a strong trend. Figures from the Administrative Committee for Pistachios…
Pork Industry Impact on U.S. Economy
…of inputs. Feed inputs account for an estimated 52 percent of total U.S. production costs. They say other costs include equipment, buildings, land, utilities, trucking, and labor. Despite those high…
Consequences of No New Farm Bill
…consequences of not finishing the legislation and adding another extension of the 2018 bill. While crop insurance is a permanent program, it does need improvements to make it more affordable…
On Farm Conservation Efforts to Be Measured by USDA
…survey results will be published in the 2025 Crop Production report, which will be made available online with other NASS publications. Listen to the report below. Brian German Ag News…
Week in Review: The Fight to Keep Farming in Sonoma & Increasing Citricola Scale Challenges
…the year. According to the latest Monterey County Crop Report, adverse weather and flooding took a toll on crop values last year. Stay up to date with the latest agricultural…
USDA Report Highlights Slowing Specialty Crop Trade with China
…decreased due to China’s increased local production. Trade with China is critical for U.S. specialty crop producers and the report notes that targeted marketing efforts will be needed to maintain…
Almond Update: Prioritizing Nutrient Efficiency for Long-Term Success
Certified Crop Consultant for Axiom Agriculture, Joe Palomino has been working with growers to optimize their operations for 16 years. Palomino shared some of his agronomic experiences in a recent…