…food systems, supporting both local and international food chains to ensure global food security. The message from these global farm organizations is clear: collaboration with farmers is essential to feeding…
Food System Leaders Urge for Continued Nutrition Security Funding
…food-as-medicine programs. Dottie Arnold, of the Urban School Food Alliance, discussed improving food procurement in schools, ensuring children have access to nutritious meals. These discussions showcased the potential for nutrition…
USDA Seeks U.S. Food Producers for Virtual Trade Event
…largest market for U.S. consumer-oriented foods. In 2023, U.S. exports of these foods reached $20.4 billion, as Canadian consumers seek innovative and high-quality products. The VTE will offer one-on-one virtual…
Innovations Discussed at Innovations Discussed at World Dairy Expo
…more cheese sales for dairy farmers,” he said. Another exciting partnership is with Taco Bell, which has introduced a grilled cheese burrito featuring a dairy-based shell. Beyond fast food, DMI…
EPA Finalizes Rule to Reinstate Pesticide Safety Zones
…2015 Application Exclusion Zone (AEZ) requirements under the Agricultural Worker Protection Standard (WPS). This rule strengthens protections for more than two million farmworkers and pesticide handlers, ensuring their safety from…
Farmers Face Uncertainty as 2018 Farm Bill Extension Expires Without Replacement
…2025 crop year is already underway. Without a new farm bill, there is no certainty in place to support future operations. Kieffer warns that the safety net for dairy producers,…
AgNet News Hour, Monday, 10-01-24
…who delves into the institute’s brief on transforming food systems to combat climate change. She addresses the need for investment, policy alignment, and collaboration across sectors to create a more…
USDA Invests in Global Food Security
Food Security is the measure of an individual’s ability to access food that is nutritious and sufficient in quantity. DepositPhotos image The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is taking big…
2025 Food Price Forecast
DepositPhotos image USDA is forecasting lower food price inflation for 2025. Gary Crawford reports. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt Ramsey…
AgNet News Hour, Friday, 09-27-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show we hear from an American Olympic breakdancer who’s now promoting a popular food. Tune in for these…
Navigating the Future of Hemp in Livestock Feed
…slow but crucial. While some products have received approval, he said the industry must proceed cautiously to ensure food safety standards are maintained. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media,…
Agriculture’s Role in Addressing Climate Change Discussed at NYC Climate Week
…session hosted by FoodTank, John Piotti, CEO of American Farmland Trust (AFT), presented a systems-based approach to agricultural climate solutions, focusing on regenerative practices, farmland preservation, and farmer support. According…
AgNet News Hour, Wednesday, 09-25-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show we hear from Patrick Westhoff, Director of the Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute at the University…
American Agriculture History Minute: British Government’s Attempt to Restrict Expansion
…housed themselves in rough lean-to type structures or at most a one-room log cabin, and the main food supply at first came from hunting deer, turkeys, and other abundant small…