…Development Program (FMD), Technical Assistance for Specialty Crops Program (TASK), and Emerging Markets Program (EMP). These programs aim to open new markets and promote exports. Brooke Rollins will lead trade…
Meat Export Federation: Trump’s Port Fee Proposal Could Hurt U.S. Exports
…exports,” Halstrom noted. “Some companies have already said Oakland could be dropped from service if this proposal moves forward.” Meat Export Federation: Trump’s Port Fee Proposal Could Hurt U.S. Exports…
Farm Closures Feared as Ag Industry Responds to New Tariffs
…concerns, saying the new tariffs could slash export markets and force closures across rural America. Most expressed concern, while the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association seemed to praise the actions. From…
Rollins Embarking on a Six-Month Trade Mission
Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins is embarking on a six-month mission to six international markets to enhance American agricultural exports and tackle the nearly $50 billion agricultural trade deficit. The…
U.S. Beef Sales to China Plummet as Export Registrations Expire
U.S. beef sales to China have sharply declined, according to government data released Thursday, after Beijing allowed export registrations for hundreds of American meat facilities to lapse. The situation is…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 04-01-25
…alternative export markets. Finally, Ag Net News Hour hosts, Nick “The AgMeter” and Lorrie Boyer discussed the Bureau of Reclamation’s increase in Central Valley Project water allocations for 2025, with…
Farmers Raise Concerns Over Proposed USTR Shipping Fees
…these fees will drive up costs for agricultural imports like seed and fertilizer while also making it more expensive to export crops. The American Soybean Association estimates that a $1…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 03-27-25
…the impact of tariffs and exchange rates on export markets, noting that 71% of the crop goes to the domestic market, with 29% to international markets. Jameson stressed the need…
Developing Markets and USDA-Led Ag Trade Missions
Development markets for U.S. farm and food goods are among the targeted destinations for USDA-led agricultural trade missions in 2025. Rod Bain has more. Developing Markets and USDA-Led Ag Trade…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 03-25-25
…improve efficiency. The last segment goes over ‘hot button’ ag issues and headline news including water allocations, tariffs, ag weather, markets, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……
USDA Seeks Nominations for Christmas Tree Promotion Board
…Since 1966, Congress has authorized industry-funded research and promotion boards to help agricultural industries expand markets and conduct research. The AMS currently oversees 22 such boards, ensuring financial accountability and…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 03-24-25
…on export markets, noting the Trump administration’s efforts to open new markets. They also discussed the reinstatement of USDA reports canceled due to budget cuts, which will provide crucial data…
CDFA and California Agricultural Export Council Host International Buyers
California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), in collaboration with the California Agricultural Export Council and Fresno Center for International Trade Development, is hosting over 15 international buyers from Southeast…
Proposed Fees on Chinese-Linked Ships Could Increase Costs for U.S. Farmers
…the American Farm Bureau. Since two-thirds of U.S. agricultural exports are shipped overseas, higher transportation expenses could make it more difficult for farmers to compete in global markets. The proposed…