…our food comes from. Host Nick Papagni and co-host Josh McGill emphasized the importance of representation for farmers on state boards and in politics. They underscored the lack of understanding…
HELP Act Would Aid Livestock Transporters
…exemptions granted by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) during the pandemic. According to the NCBA, this legislation is critical to protect animal welfare, ensure food supply continuity, and…
California Sues USDA Over SNAP Data Demand
…block the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) from collecting sensitive information about individuals receiving food assistance through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). In California, this program is known as…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 07-30-25
…in California’s water governance. If you care about food, water, or the future of agriculture, this is an episode you can’t miss. Subscribe to the AgNet West podcast on your…
USDA July Cattle Report Reveals Continued Decline in Herd Size
…year, marking a 1% decrease from the previous year. This drop further supports the broader narrative of a shrinking breeding herd, which is central to long-term beef supply forecasts. When…
California Avocado Commission Praises USDA Reorganization Efforts
Strengthening USDA Services to Support Farmers and Safeguard Food Supply The California Avocado Commission is applauding a recent move by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to restructure key components…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-29-25
…American food safety and production systems. Also making waves: a major trade agreement with the European Union. With 15% tariffs still in place on European imports and zero tariffs on…
Tariffs Threaten North American Produce Trade
…Mark Carney. The letter stresses the interdependence of the North American produce supply chain and warns of the widespread harm tariffs inflict on growers, exporters, retailers, and consumers. Billions in…
Food Security Declines Amid Growing Agricultural Trade Deficit
…a staggering turnaround that raises concerns about long-term food independence. “We are importing far, far more food into America than we are exporting,” Duarte said. “We are losing our food…
Proposition 12 Drives Up Pork Costs, NPPC Warns
…emphasized that the law’s reach extends well beyond California, creating a tangled web of state-level regulations that undermine national food production. Rising Prices for Consumers NPPC economist Holly Cook noted…
Federal Grant Fuels San Diego Port Upgrades
…supports faster and more reliable transportation of perishable goods, reduces logistics costs, and reinforces food supply chain resilience. Conclusion With a combination of federal funding, state collaboration, and local investment,…
Three Agricultural Revolutions That Transformed U.S. Farming
…precision genetics, each revolution in American agriculture pushed the industry toward greater efficiency and sustainability. These milestones not only shaped the nation’s food supply but also solidified U.S. agriculture’s place…
John Duarte on Water, Immigration, and Fixing California
…of recent federal water projects like the $25 billion Delta Tunnel, which, despite its cost, does not add a single new drop of water to the state’s supply. A Farmer’s…
Los Gatos Tomato: Innovation, Labor & Water in Focus
…Factors include: High input costs and drought-shortened crops (2021–2022) Record tomato prices in 2023 GLP-1 weight loss drugs affecting national food consumption trends Still, Los Gatos remains strong thanks to…