DepositPhotos image The National Corn Growers Association expressed disappointment over the lack of year-round E15 access in year-end legislation, which they believed would help farmers facing low crop prices. NCBA…
American Agriculture History Minute: Ohio Established as a Leader in Crop Production
…in crop production. Ohio farmers also raised livestock, not only for food in those early years, but for use in the textile industry. That’s today’s American Agriculture History Minute. I’m…
Corporate Transparency Act Reinstated: NCBA Urges Cattle Producers to Prepare
…CTA forces millions of family farmers and ranchers to file detailed paperwork and disclose their ownership information to the federal government. Those who do not comply could face large fines…
World Ag Expo® Announces 2025 Top-10 New Product Contest Winners
…of farmers, ranchers, and industry professionals. Contest winners will be honored at the show and prominently highlighted throughout the event. Recipients will be noted on show maps, identified with “Top-10…
American Agriculture History Minute: Women’s Progression in Agriculture
…War, many farms were left to the care of women, children, and older farmers. New machinery made it possible for them to produce food to support their families and support…
American Seed Trade Association Receives $1 Million to Expand Global Markets
…deliver improved seeds to farmers,” said Andy LaVigne, President and CEO of ASTA. “By pushing for aligned phytosanitary regulations, intellectual property approaches that support innovation, and policies that streamline plant…
Report Warns Losing Glyphosate Could Reshape Farm Bill Costs and Policies
DepositPhotos image A recent report released by The Directions Group, formerly known as Aimpoint Research, outlines potential ripple effects across several key areas of U.S. agriculture policy if farmers lose…
VINE Connect Program Open to Applications
…California farmers are at the heart of global food production, but staying ahead requires constant innovation. To meet this challenge, Vine Connect bridges the gap between innovation and application by…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 12-20-24
…local officials, and the broader implications for farmers. They also touch upon similar issues in Colorado, emphasizing the need to protect multi-generational farms from being taken for commercial interests. The…
USDA, CDFA Award $21.5 Million to Strengthen California’s Local Food Supply Chain
…vegetable operation. The farm’s efforts will help other small-scale, Spanish-speaking farmers of color develop direct-marketing strategies, benefiting up to 30 additional producers. Through this program, AMS has entered into cooperative…
Natural Disaster Costs to California Agriculture
DepositPhotos image The increased frequency of natural disasters has created a challenging environment for farmers. However, the effects of climate and weather-related disasters are not uniform, varying greatly depending on…
Farm Bureau Pleads for Farmer Aid as Funding Bill Falters Following Musk Tweet
DepositPhotos image American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) President Zippy Duvall sent a letter to Congress late yesterday, urging lawmakers to consider the needs of farmers and ranchers as they debate…
Congress Advances Farm Bill Extension and Aid Package
…Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2025, was unveiled on Tuesday evening. Agriculture organizations, including the National Farmers Union (NFU) and the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF), have strongly advocated for swift action…
Commodity Groups Advocate for Economic Assistance Amid Farm Bill Delays
DepositPhotos image Farmers across the United States are facing growing financial pressures, and commodity groups are stepping up their calls for economic assistance as Congress continues to deliberate on a…