…position as a key force in food production and sustainability, navigating pressing economic and environmental concerns with resilience. One of Ford’s most significant contributions is her advocacy for immigration reform,…
“Farmers First” Policies Promoted by Rollins
…shaping the department’s future. The discussions in Nebraska signal a continued push for reform, aiming to create a more responsive and farmer-focused USDA. “Farmers First” Policies Promoted by Rollins Sponsored…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 05-05-25
…California that prohibits Border Patrol from conducting warrantless immigration stops, following an ACLU lawsuit over a Border Patrol sweep in Kern County. The ruling requires agents to have reasonable suspicion…
Farm Bankruptcies on the Rise Again in 2025
…to the brink of going under and created turbulence for producers trying to make ends meet. Unpredictable tariffs, immigration overhauls, federal program cuts, and frozen Agriculture Department funding are now…
Dairy CEO: Trump Policies Raise “Real Concern” in Rural America
Nick Chipchase / Sampford Farm Dairy, via Wikimedia Commons America urgently needs immigration reform to support U.S. farmers, Land O’Lakes CEO Beth Ford said Thursday. While farmers generally back President…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 04-25-25
…H-2A program, emphasizing the need for legal immigration processes for agricultural workers. Nick highlighted three categories: those seeking legal work, long-term residents, and undocumented workers. Lorrie noted the program’s relevance…
Farm Bankruptcies Continue to Rise in 2025
…prices and rising input costs, making it harder to stay afloat. According to Bloomberg, a mix of unpredictable tariffs, immigration policy shifts, cuts to federal programs, and frozen USDA funding…
Rollins Supports President Trump’s Border Security and Mass Deportation Policies
Immigration Officers and National Guard Conduct Operation on the ‘La Bestia’ Train to Prevent Migrants from Traveling Aboard DepositPhotos image USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins supports President Trump’s border security and…
Smithfield CEO Confident in Growth, Downplays Industry Challenges
…how immigration policies might affect meatpacking labor, but Smithfield’s leadership remains confident in its ability to adapt. Smithfield has also shifted focus toward its packaged meats business, featuring well-known brands…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 01-31-25
…about immigration and the impact of mass deportations on the agricultural workforce, and her non-committal but thoughtful approach to handling the SNAP program. Additionally, the episode touches on the imbalance…
Duvall Addresses Ag Labor, Other Topics at AFBF Convention
…comes to the agricultural workforce. “Your American Farm Bureau team is pressing House and Senate leaders to understand the urgency of ag labor reform. And we’ve hosted fly ins to…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 01-23-25
…episode delves into new federal immigration policies, the controversy surrounding ICE operations in schools and churches, and how these measures impact the agricultural workforce. The hosts discuss the logistical and…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 01-22-25
…Establishment of the External Revenue Service for tariff collection Investigative approach toward trade policy Immigration policies, including the national emergency declaration and military presence at the Mexico border Potential changes…
Decline in the Citrus Harvest in the Central Valley
…to the absence of migrant farm workers, who are concerned about deportation following President Trump’s immigration policies. The Monterey County Farm Bureau anticipates that this shortage could affect the upcoming…