…new NPPC president Duane Stateler emphasizing its importance. The forum addresses industry issues, policy guidance for 2022, and trade security in case of foreign animal disease. The NPPC faces the…
American Agriculture History Minute: Rich Ag History of Missouri
…system to market their crops. The ownership of land then meant more than financial opportunity. That’s today’s American Agriculture History Minute. I’m Mark Oppold. Thanks for reading. I’ll see you…
U.S. Trade Deficit Discussed at AFBF FUSION Conference
Of the issues discussed at the American Farm Bureau Federation’s FUSION conference was that of the U.S. trade deficit. The fiscal year 2025 is projected to see a record trade…
Courts Order Reinstatement of Workers Fired Under Trump Administration
…Agency, the Small Business Administration, and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, must offer reinstatement to affected employees. The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued a statement confirming its compliance, saying, “The…
Scholarship Offers Opportunity for Vineyard and Winery Workers’ Families
…students for at least one year. The scholarship aims to support students who often face financial and social barriers to higher education. More Than Just Financial Support Beyond financial aid,…
China Hits Back at U.S. Tariffs, Retaliates Against Canada
…issues and hosts The AgNet News Hour. She was recently named the 2024 Farm Broadcaster of the Year by the National Association of Farm Broadcasting and serves as a Council…
Farm Groups Call for Science-Based Decisions on Key Ag Products
…Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker who specializes in agriculture. She primarily reports on legislative issues and hosts The…
Ag Economy Barometer Rises in February
…May 2021. Interestingly, this month, it was a stronger appraisal of current conditions that helped push the index up instead of stronger expectations for the future. The February Farm Financial Performance…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 03-12-25
…the impact of flooding on farmland, the potential for future land usage issues, and the broader implications of environmental regulations on agricultural operations. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……
Consumers Concerned About Tariffs and Rising Food Prices
…public speaker who specializes in agriculture. She primarily reports on legislative issues and hosts The AgNet News Hour. She was recently named the 2024 Farm Broadcaster of the Year by…
Bacon Sales Rise Over the Past Year
…She primarily reports on legislative issues and hosts The AgNet News Hour. She was recently named the 2024 Farm Broadcaster of the Year by the National Association of Farm Broadcasting…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 03-11-25
…Federation’s FUSION Conference in Denver. Key issues include high costs of farmland, machinery, and cattle, financial barriers, and the impact of taxes and regulations. They noted the enthusiasm and innovation…
Senators Urge Trump to Reconsider Tariffs
…who rely on agricultural trade. The tariffs on China and Canada, they argue, will hinder farmers’ ability to sell their products, drive up production costs, and place an added financial…
Rollins Supports President Trump’s Border Security and Mass Deportation Policies
…program. She is also collaborating with the incoming Labor Secretary and Congress to address labor issues. The USA forecast predicts a 3.6% rise in labor costs, while other expenses may…