…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
…assistance, facilitate business development, and distribute grants to help small and mid-sized producers adapt to changing market conditions. Backed by $4 billion from the American Rescue Plan, the initiative was…
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….
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
…monetary compensation, the organization aims to expose what it calls deceptive marketing and push for more transparent and environmentally responsible labeling. California Growers Sound the Alarm California avocado producers, who…
Canada’s Trade Moves Raise Concerns for U.S. Meat Exporters
…not only among U.S. exporters but also within Canada’s own agricultural community, where some domestic producers fear that the legislation could damage Canada’s credibility in future trade talks. New Legislation…
IFPA Strengthens Voice with UNEP Recognition
…voices of fruit, vegetable, floral, and plant producers are part of the global sustainability conversation. This aligns with IFPA’s strategic mission to “future-proof” the industry by increasing its presence in…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 07-14-25
…food costs. Nick and Josh dig into what that lawsuit could mean for producers nationwide. Hartwig’s insights on trade, water access, and labor are especially valuable. He warns that California’s…
USDA Unveils 7-Point National Farm Security Action Plan
…To address vulnerabilities exposed by recent global disruptions, the USDA aims to enhance the resilience and reliability of domestic supply chains, ensuring that producers, processors, and consumers are better protected…
California Fruit Leader Calls Out Regulations Hurting Growers
…these producers in Sacramento and Washington, D.C., navigating the complexities of government regulations and policy decisions. During their discussion, Papagni asked Hartwig about the frustration of working in a state…