…producers nationwide. “Probably the main one is the Farm Bill—getting a Farm Bill so farmers have some certainty,” Tryon explained. The organization emphasized the need for a stable, long-term framework…
Republicans Urge Legal Fix for Ag Workforce
…pragmatism, especially in labor-intensive sectors like farming. Pressure Mounts as Ag Industry Seeks Labor Certainty The call for reform reflects growing concerns from farmers and agricultural producers across the country…
Tariff Disrupts U.S.-Brazil Beef Trade
…Analysts say the impact of the tariff could ripple through the Brazilian economy, affecting not only exporters but also livestock producers and rural communities dependent on the trade. U.S. Beef…
Fertilizer Prices Steady as Brazil Potash Secures Funding
…prices are still elevated, the lack of dramatic changes has provided a temporary sense of consistency for producers planning nutrient purchases. Fertilizer Prices Steady as Brazil Potash Secures Funding According…
Wade Kirschenman on Grapes, Potatoes & Policy
…to hit those 110s. A few days are okay—but consistent triple digits are tough.” Freight Costs and Regulations Still Bite Freight continues to challenge California producers, especially for perishable crops…
Trump Administration Ends Regional Food Business Centers Program
…Stakeholders now look to Congress and future administrations for potential legislative action that could restore or reimagine support for small and mid-sized food producers. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk…
Beef Industry Backs USDA Farm Security Plan
Strengthening Beef Security: USDA Unveils National Protection Strategy U.S. cattle producers are welcoming a major announcement from Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, who recently unveiled a new national plan aimed…
U.S.-Indonesia Trade Deal Boosts Agriculture and Energy Exports
…two nations. The deal includes significant provisions for U.S. agriculture, energy, and food processing industries, creating expanded opportunities for American producers and exporters. U.S.-Indonesia Trade Deal Boosts Agriculture and Energy…
Boosting Beef Demand Through Sustainability and Consumer Trust
…good thing for the cattle producer.” The Power of Sharing the Producer’s Story Nichols also encourages cattle producers to be proactive in telling their stories. While it might seem like…
USDA Opens Sign-Up for Supplemental Disaster Relief Program
…Eligibility for stage one of the program is limited to producers who received a crop insurance or Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) payment related to a qualifying natural disaster….
California Farm Bureau Awards 2025 Scholarships
…law degree focused on agricultural law. Rustici Livestock and Rangeland Scholarships 43 students received awards for careers in beef and sheep ranching or rangeland management. Since 1955, the foundation has…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 07-16-25
…everything from the labor crisis to water regulations, foreign ownership of farmland, and the increasing financial strain on producers. “It’s not just California,” Foglio points out. “It’s rural communities across…
Lawsuit Highlights Sustainability Concerns Over Imported Avocados
…growing rift between domestic producers striving for environmental compliance and international competitors accused of cutting corners. Reported by Lorrie Boyer for AgNet West. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection…
R-CALF Urges Action on Screwworm Near Border
Persistent Threat Prompts Industry Warning The New World Screwworm (NWS), a serious livestock pest found in Mexico, continues to threaten the U.S. cattle industry as it moves closer to the…