…the second segment of today’s Ag-Net News Hour discuss the urgency of reauthorizing the U.S. surface transportation programs, emphasizing the need for sustainable funding and first and last mile connectivity…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 05-13-25
…and trade tensions, noting that 100 Farmers Union members lobbied Congress. He also addressed potential USDA budget cuts, which could impact farm safety nets and conservation programs, and the impact…
Latest Federal Dietary Guidelines being Developed
…national nutrition policies, influencing everything from school meal programs to food assistance initiatives. Latest Federal Dietary Guidelines being Developed Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk…
Government Offices Slatted to Close Affects Farmers
…agricultural states in the country, with Kern County home to around 3,000 farmers. Over half of these residents rely on FSA funding and programs. If the Bakersfield office shuts down,…
AgNet News Hour Tueday, 05-06-25
…The European Union is set to increase soybean purchases. The USDA’s farm loan programs are under review, with loans over $500,000 requiring additional clearance from the Office of the Secretary…
Bipartisan Bill Aims to Strengthen Local Meat Processing Infrastructure
…and proposes increasing the federal cost share for state meat and poultry inspection programs from 50% to 65%. It also aims to expand the Cooperative Interstate Shipment Program and establish…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 05-01-25
…with potential economic losses of up to $1.8 billion per year. CDFA has established quarantines and monitoring programs to address the issue. Another topic on the show today was the…
Application Process for USDA Ag Trade Promotion Programs Underway
Interested parties seeking funding for agricultural trade promotion through one or more of USDA’s programs have until early June to apply. Rod Bain has more. Application Process for USDA Ag…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 04-28-25
…water management solutions. They also touched on the Trump administration’s plan to reorganize and downsize the USDA, including consolidating programs and relocating employees to hubs around the country. Finally, they…
Dairy Industry to Remove Artificial Colors from School Lunch Products
…in K-12 schools. Under the “IDFA Healthy Dairy in Schools Commitment,” milk, cheese, and yogurt provided through the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs will no longer contain synthetic dyes…
Produce Safety Rule Compliance for Large Farms Begins
…or food contact surfaces. Resources like the Produce Safety Alliance, grower trainings, and technical assistance programs are available to help farms meet these requirements. Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products…
Farm Bankruptcies Continue to Rise in 2025
…prices and rising input costs, making it harder to stay afloat. According to Bloomberg, a mix of unpredictable tariffs, immigration policy shifts, cuts to federal programs, and frozen USDA funding…
White House Budget Proposal Targets Local FSA, NRCS Offices for Closure
…USDA programs and staff, including plans to shut down or consolidate many local Farm Service Agency (FSA) and Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) offices, according to internal budget documents from…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 04-18-25
…history of Newsom’s financial mismanagement, citing a $961 million budget overrun for homeless programs and the failure of the high-speed train project. Pagani predicted Newsom’s lawsuit would fail, highlighting his…