…California’s innovative agricultural technologies, such as automated systems and renewable energy projects. They addressed the challenges of startup funding and sustainability in new technologies. Governor Gavin Newsom awarded $29.3 million…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 05-05-25
…by providing access to information, inspector-approved products, and training grants. Additionally, the segment highlights the challenges faced by small farmers, particularly in California. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……
AgNet News Hour Friday, 05-02-25
…potential return to flex fuel vehicles, supported by corn organizations, and the challenges of electric vehicles, including battery technology and infrastructure. In the second segment, Nick and Lorrie talk about…
Bipartisan Bill Aims to Strengthen Local Meat Processing Infrastructure
…products, and provide funding for workforce training, education, and technical assistance. The bill addresses challenges faced by small processors, including compliance with Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) plans,…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 05-01-25
…Port of Los Angeles is facing a significant drop in shipping volume due to tariffs on Chinese goods. Shipments from China, which account for 45% of the port’s business, are…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 04-29-25
…scheduled for August 20-21, aimed at uniting citrus growers from Florida, Georgia, and California to share best practices and address pest control challenges. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……
FCSO Investigating Two Stolen Cargo Cases: Walnuts and Mandarins
…as a buyer from Levy Restaurants, using fake documents and emails to deceive the victims into shipping goods before invoicing. The fraudulent transactions appeared legitimate due to the creation of…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 04-23-25
…Savelle, executive director of the Georgia Citrus Association, shared insights on growing varieties like Clementines, Page Mandarins, and Tangos, and the challenges of pest control and weather conditions. They emphasized…
USTR Announces Shipping Policy Changes
Container ship CSCL Venus of the China Shipping Line outgoing Hamburg By Hummelhummel / via Wikimedia Commons The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has announced a phased approach…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 04-22-25
…Fees will start at $50 per ton, increasing incrementally to $140 per ton over time. China controls nearly 20% of global shipping containers. The USTR aims to restore American shipbuilding…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 04-21-25
…on a recent interview with Nick Theis, farm director for AC Foods, about the California citrus industry. Tice hosted a clinic for Georgia citrus growers, highlighting the challenges of farming,…
Ocean Freight Rates Tick Up as Tariff Moves Shake Trade
Cosco Seattle p3, leaving Port of Rotterdam, Holland By AlfvanBeem / via Wikimedia Commons image Shipping rates for ocean containers from Asia to North America saw a small increase last…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 04-18-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. The Ag Net News Hour’s Lorre Boyer and Nick Papagni, “The AgMeter” discussed the challenges faced by citrus growers, particularly…
Bayer May Halt Glyphosate Production Without Legal Shield
…past decade, it has also drawn mounting legal challenges, with plaintiffs claiming exposure has led to serious health risks. In early March, Bayer informed farmers, retailers, and suppliers that it…















