…farmland, destroying crops, and damaging infrastructure including homes, roads, and irrigation systems. The hosts address the broader implications for water management and insurance in the area, noting the challenges farmers…
American Agriculture History Minute: Women’s Movement in Agriculture
…the armies. Women kept up their usual washing, cooking, and sowing, as well as tending to livestock and crops. And now, over 150 years later, women lead many agricultural associations….
Farm Labor Survey Released
Shutterstock image Rising farm labor costs are adding to the financial pressures on farmers and ranchers, particularly those using the H2A farm work program. Samantha Ayoub, economist for the American…
USDA Forecasts Decline in Farm Income for 2024, Specialty Crops a Bright Spot
Shutterstock image The USDA’s latest Farm Income Forecast indicates a challenging year ahead for many American farmers. Cash receipts for 2024 are projected to drop significantly for major crops like…
Cotton is the Biggest Loser in 2024 Among Specialty Crops
DepositPhotos image USA chief economist Seth Meyers says most crops are projected to generate less income this year, but a few crops may buck that trend. “Even fruits and nuts…
The Importance of Renewable Fuels As New Administration Takes Over
…values are down. We’re seeing net farm income is falling, debt is rising. We know that the ag trade deficit is really growing quickly. And those are a lot of…
Tariffs and Trade: Examining Potential Impacts on Agriculture
DepositPhotos image As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office, questions are rising about the potential impact his administration may have on agriculture, especially in the areas of trade and…
American Agriculture History Minute: Agriculture Differences Across America
…own food, but also concentrated on a few new crops that could be exported to meet the growing demand in Europe, especially cotton, tobacco, and sugar. The cotton gin made…
U.S. Agricultural Imports Projected to Rise in 2025
DepositPhotos image USDA is projecting another year of rising imports of agricultural products. Gary Crawford reports. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals –…
Diverse Drivers of Farm Income
Image by ilixe48/DepositPhotos USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer says the diverse mix of crops and livestock, along with commodity prices, plays a critical role in shaping farm income. “ Farm…
Farmers Across America Make Thanksgiving Dinner Possible
…people at $58.08, or $5.80 per person, marking the second consecutive year of declining costs despite rising farming expenses. To illustrate the diversity of U.S. agriculture, AFBF ranked the top…
Specialty Crop Trade Policies Could Shift Under New Administration
…vulnerabilities. Unlike Midwest states that focus on large-scale commodity crops like soybeans, California produces specialty crops such as almonds, wine, and dairy. These products are not only subject to tariffs…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 11-25-24
…for the state’s specialty crops and rural economy. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster,…
BeeHero: Revolutionizing Pollination Through Technology
…you eat is pollinated by a honeybee,” Shaw explained. Bees play a vital role not only in producing food but also in maintaining the seed banks necessary for future crops….