…east coast. Prior to this, once settlers crossed the Appalachians, few had the desire or the appetite to return. But the mountains also served as a barrier to trade. Producers…
Farm Leaders Call for Stronger Farm Bill, Risk Management at Senate Ag Hearing
…lawmakers to prioritize policies that will protect farmers from economic uncertainty and support the next generation of agricultural producers. Farm Leaders Call for Stronger Farm Bill, Risk Management at Senate…
U. S. Agricultural Economy Improves for January 2025
…for producers for 2025 include rising input costs and decreasing prices for crops and livestock. U. S. Agricultural Economy Improves for January 2025 U.S. Farmers’ Retain Optimistic Outlook for 2025…
NASS Conducting a Survey for Specialty Horticulture Crop Producers
…collected will help paint a clear picture of the industry. NASS Conducting a Survey for Specialty Horticulture Crop Producers Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On…
AFBF Highlights Challenges Faced by Farmers and Producers
…the US (WOTUS) rule, which defines navigable waters under federal jurisdiction. AFBF Highlights Challenges Faced by Farmers and Producers Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On…
Upcoming Deadline for USDA’s Latest Census of Agriculture Subset Survey
DepositPhotos image Producers of specialty horticulture products have until February 14th to reply to USDA’s latest Census of Agriculture subset survey focused on their sector. Rod Bain reports. Upcoming Deadline…
CattleFax Forecasts Continued Strong Demand and High Price Outlook for Cattle Producers
…of contraction, the resulting supply constraints have shifted market leverage decisively in favor of cattle producers. Weather conditions will remain a critical factor influencing grazing availability, herd expansion and cattle…
Smithfield CEO Confident in Growth, Downplays Industry Challenges
…producers, Smithfield’s return to public trading marks a significant milestone. However, the company faces ongoing challenges, including market fluctuations, labor concerns, and animal disease risks. Despite this, Smith remains confident…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 02-05-25
…agricultural technology. The discussion covers new developments in robotic pollinators, AI-driven hive monitoring systems, and autonomous harvesting equipment. They also explore the revolutionary technology of RanchBot for monitoring livestock water…
NASDA Sets Federal Policy Priorities for 2025
…livestock. Finally, NASDA is pushing for increased federal funding for state cooperative agreements. These programs help coordinate regulatory efforts between state and federal agencies, particularly in food safety, meat and…
American Agriculture History Minute: Livestock Changes the Land
DepositPhotos image I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. American Agriculture History Minute: Livestock Changes the Land Colonists had more access to land in the U.S. than they…
American Agriculture History Minute: Early Colonists Learned the Hard Way About Soil Stewardship
…hard way about soil stewardship. The practices associated with keeping livestock also contributed to deterioration of the land. Colonists would cut down trees, allow their cattle and livestock to graze…
Census of Horticulture Being Conducted by USDA
DepositPhotos image The USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (USDA/NASS) is conducting the 2024 Census of Horticulture in California, targeting over 2,000 horticulture producers. This survey, conducted every five years, is…
San Joaquin Valley Olive Oil Competition Now Accepting Entries
DepositPhotos image The 10th annual San Joaquin Valley olive oil competition is now accepting entries from California commercial producers for both extra virgin and flavored olive oils, made from their…