…were going to get despite the great bloom.” The extreme summer heat also added to the challenges, creating uncertainty in yields. While growers hope for a more stable season, Penney…
USDA Reminds Producers to Apply for Assistance to Cover Food Safety Certification Expenses
…maintaining, or updating food safety plans, certification fees, microbiological testing, soil amendments, water, and training. Payments are calculated for each eligible cost category. Producers are urged to act promptly to…
Enrollment Opened for 2025 Farm and Dairy Safety-Net Programs
DepositPhotos image The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the enrollment periods for its 2025 safety-net programs aimed at supporting American farmers and dairy producers. These programs, including the…
NFU Prioritizes Maintaining Viability of Farming Operations
DepositPhotos image The National Farmers Union (NFU) prioritizes maintaining the viability of farming operations amidst economic challenges, emphasizing the need for a robust safety net, strong crop insurance, and continued…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 01-15-25
…storage with guest Rusty Halvorson. The conversation centers around a proposed carbon storage project by Summit Carbon Solutions, which aims to connect 57 ethanol plants in the Midwest to a…
Craig Denounces Proposed Cuts to Farm Bill Programs
…pay for tax cuts. According to Craig, the proposed plan includes cuts to nutrition assistance, conservation efforts, and rural energy investments. House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Angie Craig Craig points…
USDA Works to Strengthen Food Supply Chain
…really build a critical need for a change and a new approach to America’s food system,” she said. Using $4 billion from the American Rescue Plan, the USDA has invested…
China Approves More GM Crops to Boost Food Security
…cultivating non-GM varieties for food consumption. Many Chinese consumers remain concerned about the safety of GM food crops. A ministry document says the safety certificates for the newly approved varieties…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 01-08-25
…state of Montana and Yellowstone National Park regarding the park’s bison management plan. They delve into the implications of increasing bison populations, such as the spread of brucellosis to cattle,…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 01-06-25
…costs exacerbated by geopolitical events, ongoing supply chain pressures, and the impact of climate change. They also touch upon shifting consumer preferences towards plant-based proteins, vertical farming, and the impacts…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 01-03-25
…reintroduction in Colorado, highlighting issues such as livestock deaths and depredations. He criticized Governor Jared Polis for blaming ranchers and emphasized the need for better preparation and compensation plans. On…
Initiative Offers Year-Round Soil Solutions Nationwide
…researchers, farmers, and industry partners to develop innovative crops that protect the soil and also offer financial incentives. Two examples, winter camelina and domesticated pennycress, are cold-resistant oilseed plants that…
Cattle Industry Leader Highlighted Priorities for 2025
…and we’re going to be working on the checkoff and those markets. Transportation and hours of service and safety. A lot of the overreach and regulation.” One major concern is…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 01-02-25
…their families through equine therapy and other services. Initially conceptualized on napkins at a Chili’s, the ranch provides free therapy and discounted riding lessons, with plans to expand to 10…