…Produce discussed the upcoming cherry season, noting that California produces over 2.2 million boxes of cherries. He highlighted the challenges in estimating crop volumes due to the bloom stage and…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 03-26-25
…U.S. shipping industry, which has relied heavily on Chinese barges. The discussion focused on the proposed $1 million fee on Chinese-built vessels entering U.S. ports, aimed at revitalizing the U.S….
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 03-25-25
…agricultural technologies, such as autonomous vineyard equipment and robotics, to address labor challenges and improve efficiency. The last segment goes over ‘hot button’ ag issues and headline news including water…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 03-24-25
…challenges. Perez highlighted the year-round pest management needs of citrus, the importance of advanced technology for frost control, and the differences between Central Valley and Southern California citrus farming. They…
Tariffs on European Wine Poses Challenges
…is the influx of foreign bulk wine, which is sold at low prices under American brands, misleading consumers and undercutting domestic farmers. Tariffs on European Wine Poses Challenges for Domestic…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 03-21-25
…emphasizes animal welfare in its sourcing, ensuring chickens are raised humanely. The conversation also touches on the broader implications of automation in agriculture and the challenges farmers face, including low-profit…
Proposed Fees on Chinese-Linked Ships Could Increase Costs for U.S. Farmers
…million and $930 million in annual transportation expenses for bulk agricultural exporters. For key exports like soybeans, the additional shipping costs could translate to an increase of 9.5 to 27.8…
Ninth Annual “Feeding the Economy” Report Highlights Agriculture’s Impact on U.S. Economy
The 2025 “Feeding the Economy” report, released by 36 food and agriculture groups, underscores the significant contributions of the American agriculture industry despite ongoing economic challenges. The study found that…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 03-14-25
…on Central Valley agriculture, emphasizing the need for fungicide treatment and the challenges farmers face in accessing fields. Betty Resnick, an economist from the American Farm Bureau Federation, highlighted the…
EPA to Revise Waters of the U.S. Rule
…challenges that Americans are facing. The agency will also undertake a rulemaking process to revise the 2023 definition of “waters of the United States” with a focus on clarity, simplicity…
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
DepositPhotos image Despite President Trump’s decision to delay tariffs on Mexican imports for a month, duties on Canadian and Chinese goods remain in place, posing significant challenges for American farmers,…
Rollins Supports President Trump’s Border Security and Mass Deportation Policies
…mass deportation policies despite concerns about labor shortages in the agricultural sector. Rollins assures farmers that the administration understands their challenges and is working on expanding the H-2A migrant labor…
Hass Avocado Board Opens 2025 Nominations
…tools. Board members work collaboratively with stakeholders across the supply chain to address industry challenges and guide strategic investments that strengthen the global avocado industry. “Board members play a vital…