DepositPhotos image The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) has joined more than 300 organizations opposing President Trump’s plan to impose steep port call fees on Chinese vessels, warning it would…
Producers Have Until April 15 to Enroll in USDA’s Commodity Safety Net Programs
…risk protection against market declines at no cost to producers,” said Brenda Archuleta, deputy state executive director. Producers Have Until April 15 to Enroll in USDA’s Commodity Safety Net Programs…
Study Aimed at Streamlining Food Safety and Water Quality
…the publication of draft solutions and implementation plans for public comment in fall 2025. CA Study Released Aimed at Streamlining Food Safety and Water Quality Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 03-31-25
…controversial wind energy project in Shasta County, which could generate 205 megawatts but faces opposition due to environmental and safety concerns. The project would benefit 80,000 homes, but local opposition…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 03-28-25
…role of the Food and Drug Administration in ensuring food safety. In the last segment, Nick Papagni and Lorrie Boyer discussed the growing gray wolf population in California, which has…
Almond Board of California Seeking New Board Candidates
…food safety. Serving on the Board provides an opportunity to help shape the future of the almond industry and to help guide ABC in its mission to promote California almonds to…
FDA Plans to Extend the Compliance Date for the Food Traceability Rule
…enhancing transparency and food safety. The final rule, issued in 2022 under the Food Safety Modernization Act, mandates additional traceability record-keeping for entities involved in manufacturing, processing, packing, or holding…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 03-25-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. It is National Farmworker Safety Week with Lorrie Boyer and Nick Papgani “The AgMeter.” A special feature on farmworker emergencies…
CDFA and UC-ANR to Conduct Regional Pre-Harvest Water Assessment Workshops
…to the Produce Safety Rule. These workshops, led by CDFA inspectors and UC/ANR staff, will cover water assessment requirements and offer Q&A sessions. CDFA and UC-ANR to Conduct Regional Pre-Harvest…
Proposed Fees on Chinese-Linked Ships Could Increase Costs for U.S. Farmers
…fees aim to counter China’s dominance in global shipbuilding and logistics. Under the plan, Chinese-operated vessels calling at U.S. ports would be charged up to $1 million per visit, while…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 03-20-25
…no increased risk to food safety or worker injuries. However, the Retail, Wholesale, and Department Store Union opposes it, fearing higher injury rates. The USDA will update regulations to ensure…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 03-19-25
…and Nick Papagni discussed the Trump administration’s plan to close or consolidate 800 lease locations, including offices of the Environmental Protection Agency, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and the US…
Courts Order Reinstatement of Workers Fired Under Trump Administration
…Department will work quickly to develop a phased plan for return-to-duty, and while those plans materialize, all probationary employees will be paid.” Courts Order Reinstatement of Workers Fired Under Trump…
USDA Expediting Direct Economic Assistance to Agricultural Producers
…on planted and prevented planted crop acres for eligible commodities for the 2024 crop year. To streamline and simplify the delivery of ECAP, FSA will begin sending pre-filled applications to…