…farmers, some were ranchers, but most families. He shows how wasteful the first generation of pioneers were. He says they didn’t know a lot about cultivating the land properly, and…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 04-23-25
…the impact of expanding wolf populations on cattle ranchers, citing a UC Davis study. The study used motion-activated cameras, GPS collars, and wolf scat analysis, finding that one wolf can…
American Agriculture History Minute: Western Great Plains Becomes Open Cattle Range
…ranching. In the spring and fall ranchers held roundups where the cowboys would brand new calves, treat them and sort them for sale. Ranching began early in Texas gradually moving…
USDA Launches Agricultural Trade Promotion Programs
…job at USDA is to open new markets for farmers, ranchers, and producers and says that the previous administration left agriculture with a 50 billion dollar trade deficit. I’m Lorrie…
Farm Closures Feared as Ag Industry Responds to New Tariffs
…critical to the success of farmers and ranchers across the country. We share the administration’s goal of leveling the playing field with our international partners, but increased tariffs threaten the…
NACD Welcomes New NRCS Chief Aubrey Bettencourt
…NRCS staff and conservation programs that provide essential resources and technical support to farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners. Her leadership will help strengthen conservation efforts on working lands, enhance American…
Proposed Fees on Chinese-Linked Ships Could Increase Costs for U.S. Farmers
A proposal from the Trump administration to impose new fees on ocean carriers with ties to China could significantly impact American farmers and ranchers by increasing export costs, according to…
USDA Expediting Direct Economic Assistance to Agricultural Producers
…use the ECAP online calculator. More Information FSA helps America’s farmers, ranchers and forest landowners invest in, improve, protect and expand their agricultural operations through the delivery of agricultural programs…
National Farmers Union Launches Farmers Capital Fund
…that drive agricultural innovation and productivity. The fund seeks to enhance the economic success of family farmers and ranchers, who NFU President Rob Larew describes as the “backbone of rural…
Farm Groups Call for Science-Based Decisions on Key Ag Products
…welcomed the chance to engage in discussions about the industry’s role in nutrition. American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall also voiced support for science-based policies. “Farmers and ranchers share…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 03-11-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. Lorrie Boyer and Nick “The Pagmeter” discussed the challenges faced by young farmers and ranchers, highlighting the American Farm Bureau…
Senators Urge Trump to Reconsider Tariffs
…ranchers, businesses, and consumers. Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), joined by 14 other Senators, has called on President Trump to reverse these tariffs, warning that they threaten the livelihoods of those…
Montana Farmers Union President Warns New Tariffs Will Hurt Agriculture
…week. Speaking during a hearing led by Ranking Member Jim Costa of California, Schweitzer highlighted the potential challenges these tariffs could create for farmers and ranchers. Rusty Halvorson reports. Montana…
American Agriculture History Minute: Development of Factory-Made Agricultural Equipment
…Factory-Made Agricultural Equipment Prior to the 1800s, most of the tools and equipment farmers and ranchers used were handmade. The growing use of factory-made agricultural equipment increased farmer production and…