…California farmers work,” Silva said. With optimal conditions of warm days and cool nights, California citrus continues to be favored in both domestic and export markets for its clean, flavorful…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-13-25
…message is clear: the USDA is putting farmers first. She covers a lot of ground, from slashing red tape and expanding global trade to confronting Prop 12, managing labor issues,…
“Big Beautiful Bill” Sparks National Debate with Key Farm Provisions
…the bill that could benefit American farmers, particularly in the dairy industry. At the forefront is a proposal to extend lower tax rates, which would ease financial burdens on producers…
Strawberry Supply Holds Steady Amid Seasonal Fruit Competition
…at farmers’ markets. Their versatility, flavor, and visual appeal continue to secure their place in shopping carts across the country. The outlook for the remainder of the season is positive,…
NMPF Delves into the “Big Beautiful Bill” Potential Benefits for Agricultural Industries
…legislation could have on agriculture, particularly regarding tax relief and support programs for farmers. NMPF Delves into the “Big Beautiful Bill” Potential Benefits for Agricultural Industries Chris Galen, representing the…
From Cross-Check Rows to Modern Planting: Corn Planting
…corn planting was a labor-intensive, hands-on process. Early American farmers used a method known as cross-check planting, where hills of corn were planted in evenly spaced rows running north-south and…
USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins Highlights Trade Wins, Disaster Aid, and Regulatory Cuts in House Testimony
…to the rapid distribution of disaster assistance. In just eight weeks, over $7.7 billion was sent to more than 500,000 farmers through the Emergency Commodity Assistance Program. An additional $1…
Rich Kreps Calls Out California’s Water Crisis Narrative
In a recent conversation with AgNet West’s Nick Papagni, agricultural consultant and American Pistachio Growers board chairman Rich Kreps voiced strong concerns over water allocations for California’s Westside farmers. Rich…
Fighting for the Future: Petaluma Dairy Farmer Speaks Out on Land Threats
…for you—and let them know that we want to save our farmers.” She emphasized that public pressure is essential to counter the narrative being pushed by groups claiming the community…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 06-12-25
Tune in to Today’s AgNet News Hour: Updates, Insights & Opportunities for Our Farmers Today’s AgNet News Hour is packed with essential updates and insights that every farmer and ag…
Birth of the Rotary Corn Planter: A Milestone in Agricultural Innovation
…planter revolutionized row crop farming and was immediately embraced by farmers for its accuracy and efficiency. This invention marked a turning point in the mechanization of American agriculture and solidified…
July 15th Deadline: FSA Urges Producers to File Crop Acreage Reports
…their crop acreage reports ahead of the rapidly approaching July 15th deadline. “These reports are critical,” says FSA Administrator Bill Beam, “for farmers and ranchers to participate in FSA programs…
California’s West Side Water Crisis: An Urgent Call for Infrastructure Action
…including federal and state canal networks — already provide the backbone for such a plan. What’s lacking, Woolf argues, is the unified execution and political will. Farmers Ready to Lead…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 06-11-25
…on farmland? Absolutely not!” Hear why he and countless farmers believe this is a fight worth waging—and why it’s all about water, water, water. Speaking of water, we’ve got a…