…Win for U.S. Agriculture and Global Trade Fairness The reopening of the Australian market reflects not just a policy win, but a broader victory for U.S. agriculture. It sends a…
Federal Grant Fuels San Diego Port Upgrades
…Economic Recovery Program. The berth repair project has also cleared a key hurdle, receiving environmental approval under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). This approval allows construction to begin soon,…
Schiff Pushes USDA for Fair Disaster Aid to California Farmers
…farmers are not left behind. This includes tailored communication and support for those who often lack the resources or knowledge to navigate complex federal assistance programs. As disaster recovery continues…
Three Agricultural Revolutions That Transformed U.S. Farming
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…