A Look Back: Key Turning Points in American Agriculture From horsepower to genetic engineering—three revolutions that redefined the American farm In today’s American Agriculture History Minute, Mark Oppold reflects on…
John Duarte on Water, Immigration, and Fixing California
…pathways for legal farm labor while securing the border and streamlining guest worker programs. “We want a real border. We want legal guest workers. We want pathways to citizenship for…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 07-25-25
…innovator, farmer, and former congressman, Duarte brings unmatched insight and experience to the table. He joined Nick Papagni and Josh McGill for a candid, in-depth discussion about the future of…
Farm Bankruptcy on the Rise Amid Economic Strain
Rising Financial Pressure Brings Back Pre-Pandemic Challenges Farm bankruptcy filings are on the rise across the United States in 2025, signaling a troubling return to the high financial pressures the…
Tomato Trade Shift Pressures U.S. Processors
U.S. Trade Policy Shift Raises Concerns for Tomato Processors The U.S. Department of Commerce’s recent decision to withdraw from the 2019 Tomato Suspension Agreement with Mexico is sending ripples through…
Early Turnpikes Paved the Way for American Agriculture
…in how transportation and agriculture became intertwined in the nation’s economic development. Stay connected with the roots of American agriculture—subscribe for more history features, farming updates, and policy insights that…
Ground Beef Prices Hit Historic Highs Amid Supply Chain Strains
…herd recovery across major cattle-producing regions. Fewer Farms, Higher Costs Compounding the issue is a decline in the number of U.S. farms and ranches. According to the USDA’s latest Census…
U.S. Spirits Sales Plunge Amid Canada Trade Dispute
…Trump’s tariff policy, resulted in economic ripple effects far beyond the intended target. Retailers, domestic producers, and importers across Canada all experienced sharp declines in sales. What began as a…
Court Limits ICE Actions in Southern California
…detained employees. Document all enforcement encounters as part of compliance. This order underscores the importance of legal awareness and preparedness for farms and ag-related businesses in the region. For continuing…
New Tax Provision Eases Capital Gains Burden for Farmers
A recent reconciliation bill includes a provision that could offer meaningful relief to farmers facing large capital gains taxes. Kelly T. Wilfert, Extension Farm Management Specialist at the University of…
Cotton Acreage Drops Significantly Across the Belt
…respond with a notable spike, though growers are hopeful for an eventual market adjustment. Policy Win: Boost in Seed Cotton Reference Price While the production outlook is challenging, there’s positive…
Five-Point Food Safety Plan for Meat and Poultry Unveiled
In a major policy announcement, USDA Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins unveiled a new five-point food safety plan designed to enhance the safety of meat and poultry products in the…
EPA Region 9 Administrator Meets with Ag Leaders on Air Quality
…to engage directly with agricultural stakeholders. The visit emphasized collaboration on critical air quality issues that continue to affect both farmers and residents throughout the region. EPA Region 9 Administrator…
IFPA Pushes Produce for Better U.S. Health Policy
A Fresh Approach to Health Policy IFPA Pushes Produce for Better U.S. Health Policy The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has launched a compelling new campaign advocating for fruits and…