…framed as a water protection measure, it threatened poultry and dairy producers, along with ancillary businesses. Activists behind the measure aimed to advance a long-term goal of eliminating animal consumption,…
Dayna Ghirardelli Says Sonoma County Agriculture Is Under Constant Attack — and Still Standing
…dairies and poultry operations despite strong local voter support for agriculture. “It’s another day in agriculture in Sonoma County,” she said. “And it never slows down.” A major focus of…
Inside California’s Organic Farming Boom: Technology, Labor, and the Fight for Farmland
…explodes during the holidays, and Jacobs said truckloads of herb mixes—poultry blends, turkey mixes, and stuffing herbs—ship across the country as families prepare Thanksgiving meals. California Agriculture: The Blessing and…
Beef Prices, Prop 12, and Holiday Meat Trends on AgNet News Hour
The September 22 edition of the AgNet News Hour kicked off the week with a focus on California agriculture’s staple proteins — beef, pork, poultry, and turkeys — as hosts…
Beef Supply Shortages and Meat Prices: Darren Hill of JD Food
…Proposition 12 regulations, and ongoing poultry health issues, one thing remains clear: consumer demand for beef, pork, and poultry is unwavering, even in the face of record-high prices. Sponsored Content…
Innovation, Water, and Politics Take Center Stage in California Ag
…wildfire impacts on vineyards to a major upcoming ag conference, and even sat down with a fourth-generation poultry producer turned gubernatorial candidate. The show opened with coverage of the Pickett…
Freeman Vineyard: Organic Sonoma Wines with Global Reach
…Perfect Fit for Today’s Food Culture Freeman wines are crafted to pair with modern, health-conscious cuisine. Their high-acidity Pinot Noir and Chardonnay match well with poultry, seafood, and plant-forward meals….
John W. Tyson: Missouri Farmer Builds Poultry Legacy
…early venture gave him practical experience and vital connections in the Missouri poultry business. John W. Tyson: Missouri Farmer Builds Poultry Legacy During World War II, food rationing became a…
California Agriculture: Fires, Wolves & Farm Labor Reform
…concern to a community safety threat, citing attacks on pets, horses, and even children. In regulatory news, the EPA declined stricter wastewater rules for meat and poultry processors, concluding that…
Rise, Fall, and Comeback of Chickens in American Agriculture
…Homeowners and small-scale farmers are rediscovering the benefits of keeping poultry, from fresh eggs to sustainable living and community engagement. This modern trend reconnects us with a longstanding agricultural tradition…
Five-Point Food Safety Plan for Meat and Poultry Unveiled
In a major policy announcement, USDA Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins unveiled a new five-point food safety plan designed to enhance the safety of meat and poultry products in the…
USDA Lab Opens with Food Safety Focus
…FSIS to Play Central Role The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), which is tasked with ensuring the safety, wholesomeness, and accurate labeling of meat, poultry, and egg products,…
Canada’s Trade Moves Raise Concerns for U.S. Meat Exporters
…Protects Poultry Supply Management Canada recently enacted new legislation that further codifies the protection of its poultry supply management system. The law prevents future trade agreements from altering the system’s…
Mexico Remains Top Market for U.S. Ag Exports in 2024
…& Pork Products 2,042 2,354 2,584 27% 3. Dairy Products 2,442 2,318 2,469 1% 4. Soybeans 3,642 2,791 2,302 -37% 5. Poultry Meat & Prods. 1,255 1,265 1,468 17% 6….