…emphasized that the reorganization reinforces the USDA’s commitment to core services such as plant health, food safety, and inspection integrity—critical areas that directly impact growers and consumers. According to Melban,…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-29-25
…American food safety and production systems. Also making waves: a major trade agreement with the European Union. With 15% tariffs still in place on European imports and zero tariffs on…
Australia Reopens Market to U.S. Beef After 20-Year Ban
…markets like Australia is crucial. With trade doors finally opening, American ranchers have a renewed opportunity to showcase the quality and safety of U.S. beef on the global stage. Sponsored…
Tomato Tariff Sparks Industry Concerns Over Supply and Safety
…market altogether—especially those unable to compete under the new conditions. Food Safety Risks and Monitoring Challenges Nature Sweet has also raised specific concerns regarding product quality and food safety. The…
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
USDA Launches Bold Food Safety Initiative At the grand opening of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) newly modernized Midwestern Food Safety Laboratory, Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced a…
Beef Industry Backs USDA Farm Security Plan
…world.” Looking Ahead With the USDA’s new farm and food security plan in place, cattle producers across the country are better positioned to protect their herds, ensure food safety, and…
USDA Unveils 7-Point National Farm Security Action Plan
…from external shocks. 3. Securing the U.S. Nutrition Safety Net The plan includes targeted efforts to prevent fraud and block foreign exploitation of nutrition assistance programs, protecting vital services such…
Chad Bianco: “Somebody’s Got to Fix California”
…like agriculture, public safety, and local governance. With his blend of frontline experience and no-nonsense messaging, Bianco is positioning himself as a candidate for Californians tired of politics as usual….
California Fruit Leader Calls Out Regulations Hurting Growers
…skyrocket—12 to 14 times higher than in years past. These costs span everything from worker safety requirements to administrative paperwork and recordkeeping for water and pesticide use. The regulatory landscape,…
U.S.–Morocco Ag Ties Strengthened During California Almond Tour
…a working almond processing facility, offering firsthand exposure to food safety protocols, value-added processing, and product quality standards. These in-person exchanges help build lasting relationships while encouraging cooperation in areas…
CDFA Promotes Water Rule Compliance for California Tree Nut Growers
…state, focusing on pre-harvest agricultural water requirements in the FSMA Produce Safety Rule (PSR). One major outreach effort included participation in the Western Food Safety Conference held in Salinas, where…
California Moves Toward Tighter 1,3-D Pesticide Regulations
…must assess the latest data and methodologies to ensure worker safety, and if needed, recommend further mitigation measures in consultation with OEHHA. Public comments during the review period revealed inconsistencies…
CDFA Seeks Applicants for Fertilizer Inspection Advisory Board
…a crucial body that helps oversee the safety, quality, and effectiveness of fertilizing materials used across the state. This advisory board supports the Fertilizing Materials Inspection Program, which plays a…