…the Homestead Act 1862. Even larger numbers purchased lands at very low cost as new railroads tried to create new markets. The railroads advertised heavily in Europe and brought over…
Japanese Scientists Achieve Breakthrough in Lab-Grown Chicken
…larger cuts of meat. They also see potential applications in growing functional organs. While lab-grown meat still faces regulatory, cost, and consumer acceptance hurdles, this development brings it closer to…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 04-18-25
…during the bloom season. The segment also touched on the broader impact of labor issues on farmers and the importance of agriculture in providing food and clothing. The discussion on…
California Treasurer: Tariffs Hurt Farmers and Raise Food Costs
…than $20 billion in produce annually. She said California farmers are already struggling with drought, natural disasters, and high labor costs—and tariffs are only making things worse. Ma pointed to…
Naval Orange Worm Impact on Almonds
…about the energy cost to the tree of producing hard shells, which may impact tree growth and kernel production. The full discussion is available on the Almond Board of California’s…
CoBank: Trump’s Tariffs, Inflation, Trade Policy Compounding Economic Anxiety
DepositPhotos image A new report from CoBank says rapidly worsening expectations about everything from inflation to personal income to business conditions and labor supplies are elevating economic concerns. The question…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 04-15-25
…farm workers, aiming to stabilize the agricultural workforce and reduce the risk of mass deportations. The USDA’s Farm Labor Survey indicated that 42% of US farm workers are undocumented, many…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 04-10-25
…from $60,000 to $44,000 per acre due to water shortages. High costs of inputs like fuel and labor, coupled with poor commodity prices and environmental regulations, are straining farmers. The…
Senators Move to Rein in Trump’s Tariff Powers
…argue that Trump’s trade moves could cost U.S. households nearly $4,000 each. Klobuchar criticized the unpredictability of the current approach: “The erratic way these tariffs have been announced, unannounced, and…
NASDA Policy Priorities Set for 2025
NASDA Sets 2025 Priorities: Farm Bill, Research Funding, and Labor Needs Top the List The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) has laid out its top priorities for…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 04-09-25
…lactose intolerance and dietary preferences. The conversation shifted to the impact of labor costs on the fast food industry, noting the rise of automation and robotics. Finally, they promoted an…
Farm Closures Feared as Ag Industry Responds to New Tariffs
…continued escalation of tariffs with our trading partners is expected to significantly increase costs associated with seed production – costs that U.S. farmers and consumers will unfortunately shoulder. Like many…
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…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 03-25-25
…and a discussion on the importance of having an adequate farm labor workforce. Nick gives a specialty crops growing and harvest updates. Nick and Lorrie then talk about exploring new…