…of the California Farm Bureau. They discuss developing a plan to help small agricultural producers and dairy operators cope with the zoonotic disease standard and the requirements for protecting employees from…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 12-26-24
…of company culture within an ag operation. Of the key points today, Edgar discusses collaborating with leadership and employees to develop a plan to address the identified cultural issues. Listen to…
U.S. Wins USMCA Biotechnology Dispute with Mexico, Securing Market Access for GE Corn
…of evidence demonstrating the safety of agricultural biotechnology, which is upheld by rigorous, science-driven regulatory systems,” said U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack. Under the terms of USMCA, Mexico now…
Albertson’s Throws Darts in Lawsuit Against Kroger
…to creating a divesture plan. The company alleged that Kroger neglected to consider potential buyers with proven experience in managing large grocery operations, instead opting for CNS Wholesale Grocers, which…
USDA, CDFA Award $21.5 Million to Strengthen California’s Local Food Supply Chain
…are part of a larger $420 million national program funded by President Biden’s American Rescue Plan. According to CDFA Secretary Karen Ross, the initiative supports climate-smart, resilient, and local food…
NRCS Introduces New Strategy to Strengthen Tribal Partnerships and Support Agricultural Traditions
…in agriculture. According to a recent press release, the plan focuses on upholding the federal trust responsibilities by improving delivery of programs and services to Tribal producers, increasing consultation with…
Mass Deportation and What That May Mean for The Agriculture Industry
…to certainly agriculture but other industries if that is the kind of plan that’s in the works.” Because without workers, Newhouse says the ag industry is in trouble. “I’ve been…
Congress Advances Farm Bill Extension and Aid Package
…the continued stability of the nation’s food supply and rural economies,” said AFBF President Zippy Duvall. Farm Bill Extension The one-year extension of the farm bill provides a temporary safety…
Commodity Groups Advocate for Economic Assistance Amid Farm Bill Delays
…of Wheat Growers, United Fresh Produce Association (now part of International Fresh Produce Association), U.S. Dairy Export Council, National Milk Producers Federation, and American Sugar Alliance. Economic Challenges Mount The…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 12-11-24
…autonomous vehicles on farms. They discuss the ongoing conversations and concerns surrounding Cal OSHA’s role in regulating these technologies, focusing on safety, liability, and operational protocols. They highlight the broader…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 12-09-24
…raw milk samples, the USDA mandates nationwide raw milk testing to ensure food safety. Dr. Schaefer explains the significance and risks of the avian influenza virus, its impact on agriculture…
New Federal Order Announced by USDA
…and, in partnership with FDA, help ensure the safety of our nation’s food supply. This includes lab and personnel support for FDA-designed studies to test the safety of milk and dairy…
Trump’s Tariff Plan
…of the USMCA for trade certainty while Canada’s Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland and Public Safety Minister Dominic LeBlanc emphasized the mutual benefits of their trade relationship with the United…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 12-04-24
…and the associated dangers, particularly regarding a recent case of bird flu contamination at a California farm. The conversation also covers broader issues of public safety, regulatory actions, and the…