…strong dairy margins due to low feed grain prices and stable milk prices. The conversation also touched on water management, with farmers in the western U.S. receiving 35% of their…
Senators Urge Trump to Reconsider Tariffs
…low commodity prices and rising input costs, the chaos and uncertainty of these tariffs jeopardize their livelihoods.” They further stressed that “farm families should not be collateral damage” in the…
American Agriculture History Minute: Michigan Becomes a Top Agricultural Producing State in Many Commodities
…in Many Commodities Michigan farmers produce over 300 different types of food and agriculture products. Some you might be familiar with, others you may not. Michigan ranks first in the…
Deadline Extended for 2024 Census of Horticultural Specialties
…food crops. Growers are encouraged to complete the survey as soon as possible—either online at agcounts.usda.gov or by mail. The online questionnaire is designed to be user-friendly, accessible on most…
Supply of Organic Mandarins from California Robust
DepositPhotos image The supply of organic mandarins from California is robust, with Tango mandarins being particularly large and of good quality. Demand is steady, and prices are lower than usual…
Agricultural Sector Responds to Tariff Implementation
…the already difficult economic conditions farmers are facing due to rising input costs and declining corn prices. He urged the administration to take swift action. “We call on the President…
Montana Farmers Union President Warns New Tariffs Will Hurt Agriculture
…in every small community that had shelves full of Montana-produced food. Now most of the food produced in Montana is shipped a thousand miles away to be processed, packaged, and…
Pork Producers Urge Lawmakers to Change California Prop 12 Mandates
…production nationwide.” Stevermer also expressed appreciation for House Agriculture Committee Chair G.T. Thompson’s efforts to address Prop 12 in the Farm, Food, and National Security Act. She highlighted the importance…
Almond Update: New Study Highlights Almonds’ Benefits for Cardiometabolic Health
…almond consumption worldwide. As consumer interest in health and nutrition continues to grow, studies like this may influence dietary habits and further position almonds as a beneficial food choice for…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 03-06-25
…who talks about the state’s fragile food supply chain, issues with tariffs, and pending challenges in agriculture. The discussion continues with comments at the hearing from Mike West, Chairman of…
Rural Mainstreet Index Plunges to New Low Amid Economic Uncertainty
…2025,” says Ernie Goss of Creighton University. “Although grain prices have seen a recent uptick, it’s not enough to drive profitability.” While grain farmers struggle, livestock producers are faring better,…
Congress Urged to Support American Growers
Workers Picking Lettuce in Salinas valley California DepositPhotos image The International Fresh Produce Association is urging Congress to support American growers through bipartisan action to enhance food security and maintain…
USDA Unveils Blueprint to Combat the Avian Influenza Outbreak
…the fiscal year. Remove Unnecessary Regulatory Burdens on the Chicken and Egg Industry to Further Innovation and Reduce Consumer Prices USDA is working alongside our partners at the U.S. Food…
California Agriculture Day is March 19
…Department of Food and Agriculture, aims to showcase the state’s agricultural bounty and the role of food systems in public health, environmental stewardship, and rural economic development. California Agriculture Day…