…supply and demand. Key producers like China, the U.S., Chile, and the European Union (EU), which contribute to most of the world’s walnuts, are seeing slower growth. While China’s production…
Ag Groups Encourage U.S. Government to Preempt Colombian Trade Challenges
…powdered milk exports, calling it baseless. The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) and U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) are asking the U.S. government to be ready to fight back if…
Beneficial Ownership Information: Registration Due January 1, 2025
…updates will need to be filed within 30 days. Producers are being advised to consult with attorneys or tax professionals to ensure compliance with the requirements, to avoid penalties such…
Voices of the Valley: Cantaloupe 411 with Garrett Patricio of Westside Produce
…you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find out more at WGA.com. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For…
USDA Providing $400 Million to Support Water Management in the West
…Producers will receive payments and adopt various water conservation strategies like irrigation improvements and management shifts. Producers will be paid to voluntarily reduce water use while maintaining commodity production through…
Panel Warns House Agriculture Committee of ‘Perfect Storm’ for Farm Economy
…enhanced risk management tools to prevent further economic damage. Dana Allen-Tully, President of the Minnesota Corn Growers Association, and David Dunlow, Chairman of American Cotton Producers, both described a “perfect…
CA Prop Causing Nationwide Issues
…confinement legislation Prop 12, and pork producers around the nation are feeling the effect. National Pork Producers Council Economist Holly Cook said it’s a costly transition for producers. “So, from…
Pork Industry Impact on U.S. Economy
Despite some challenges this year, the U.S. pork industry remains an important contributor to the nation’s economy. National Pork Producers Council (NPPC), released its latest Economic Impact Report featuring new…
USDA Report Highlights Slowing Specialty Crop Trade with China
…decreased due to China’s increased local production. Trade with China is critical for U.S. specialty crop producers and the report notes that targeted marketing efforts will be needed to maintain…
Further Investment in Meat and Poultry Processing Capacities
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is making further investments to strengthen the food supply chain, increase meat and poultry processing capacities, and create better markets for producers. These investments,…
Dairy Producers Fighting for Their Right to Farm in Sonoma County
Sonoma County farmers are facing some significant challenges in the form of ballot Measure J. The ballot proposal seeks to ban operations that can be classified as concentrated animal feeding…
AgNet News Hour, Friday, 07-19-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, dairy producers are fighting for their right to farm in Sonoma County, and…
Independent Study Finds Economic Benefits to Beef Checkoff
Image by Nickalbi/DepositPhotos image According to a recent independent economic study, U.S. cattle producers get back $13.41 for each dollar they invest into the national Beef Checkoff program. Dr. Harry…
USDA Makes Investment in Farm to School Grants
…of Columbia, Guam, and Puerto Rico. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says the grants not only provide nutritious food to school kids, but also support farmers and producers in their local…