…changes. One of the primary focuses is the upcoming farm bill, which NASDA believes must strengthen U.S. agriculture while also ensuring food security and environmental sustainability. Additionally, the organization plans…
American Agriculture History Minute: Livestock Changes the Land
…Grazing animals required a lot of land and food, and the act of grazing itself destroyed a lot of native grasses in those early years, which were being replaced by…
Fertilizer Tariff Concerns Loom as Spring Planting Approaches
…in the short term. Global fertilizer supplies have been under pressure for months. European production is down due to gas shortages, while China and Iran have restricted exports, further tightening…
Los Angeles County Households Affected by Wildfires May Be Eligible for Food Assistance
Courtesy of USDA The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced that households in 28 zip codes in Los Angeles County, affected by recent wildfires may be eligible for food…
Vilsack Becomes New CEO of World Food Prize Foundation
…equitable food system for future generations.” In his new role, Vilsack will work to expand the Foundation’s global influence and strengthen partnerships addressing food insecurity. He will collaborate closely with…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 01-31-25
…Rollins as the new Agriculture Secretary. The session includes a review of her stance on trade policies, particularly regarding the agricultural trade deficit and food inflation, her responses to concerns…
Firestone Making Farm Tires Last Longer
…Bridgestone Firestone Engineers that collaborate on a global scale to do research, test new rubber compounds, develop new tread designs specifically for farm applications. We use in the field data…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 01-29-25
…appointment of former Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack as the CEO of the World Food Prize Foundation, a position focusing on global food security and sustainable agriculture. Listen to previous AgNet…
Tomato Processors Anticipate a Decrease in Contracted Tons for 2025
…League of Food Producers, indicates a significant shift in the upcoming season’s tomato processing contracts. Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products July 1, 2026 CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1,…
Farm Bureau Names 2025 Farm Dog of the Year
…having a 24-7 security system on the farm,” Jorge said. “I feel great about the farm being safe, and very proud of what Sirius is doing to protect the horses.”…
Brooke Rollins Vows Swift Action on Farm Aid at Senate Confirmation Hearing
…group that promotes Trump’s agenda in areas such as energy and border security. Throughout the hearing, Rollins underscored her drive to serve farmers and ranchers. “The aid to the farmers,…
Finding Out Food Date Labeling Connection with Food Waste
USDA and the Food and Drug Administration are accepting public comment through February 1st on how consumers perceive food date labels, and how they may impact food loss and waste….
APHIS and CDFA Expand Sweet Orange Scab Quarantine
Sweet Orange Scab Quarantine (SOS) Courtesy of CDFA The USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA/APHIS) and the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) are expanding the quarantine…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 01-24-25
…shipping chains to ensure food security and national security. Key points highlighted include past issues in North Dakota involving Chinese companies purchasing land near military bases and the role of…