Strengthening Beef Security: USDA Unveils National Protection Strategy U.S. cattle producers are welcoming a major announcement from Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, who recently unveiled a new national plan aimed…
Senators Resist Effort to Override Prop 12
…about animal welfare. They describe the Food Security and Farm Protection Act as a sweeping attempt to roll back those protections without offering federal standards in their place. Potential Impact…
Canada’s Trade Moves Raise Concerns for U.S. Meat Exporters
Canada Rescinds Digital Services Tax, but Deeper Trade Frictions Remain The Canadian Department of Finance recently announced it will rescind its proposed digital services tax, a move welcomed by U.S….
Yuma, Arizona: Winter Lettuce Capital Powering Ag Innovation
…strong momentum for this forward-thinking initiative. A Model for Future Ag-Tech Development With its rich agricultural legacy and forward-thinking mindset, Yuma continues to be more than just the Winter Lettuce…
Chad Bianco: “California Is in Crisis—And Agriculture Is Paying the Price”
…away unnecessary regulations and reject massive tax breaks in favor of restoring a fair economic environment across all sectors. A Call for Election Reform Bianco supported an initiative to require…
San Joaquin Valley Water Blueprint Pushes for Bold Water Reforms
…This isn’t just a technical initiative—it’s a political and civic movement. The Blueprint calls for shared accountability among all levels of government. Only by overcoming bureaucratic delays and regulatory roadblocks,…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 07-10-25
…Valley, should be used to grow the healthy produce that feeds the nation. He blasts what he terms “climatism” and the “scam” of imported solar infrastructure subsidized by taxpayers and…
Farming Innovation and Rural Sustainability: Inside The Reservoir
…and ensuring economic stability for agricultural communities. Balancing Urban and Rural Futures The Reservoir is more than a technology hub—it’s a rural development initiative. “We are passionate about rural sustainability,”…
Is This the Year of the Spider Mite? Strategies for Tree Nut and Grape Growers
…hull split hits. You’ll learn why Zeal® MVP Miticide is a top tool for long-lasting mite control and how a proactive approach can prevent costly outbreaks. Plus, get expert insights…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 07-09-25
…show is the USDA’s unveiling of the National Farm Security Action Plan. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins rolled out a sweeping federal initiative designed to safeguard U.S. agriculture from foreign…
“One Big, Beautiful Bill” Delivers Tax Relief for Ag Producers
…family-run farms. “One Big, Beautiful Bill” Delivers Tax Relief for Ag Producers Permanent Death Tax Relief A cornerstone of the bill is the permanent estate tax exemption—set at $15 million…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-08-25
…family farms—has passed. Find out what it means for tax reform, farm succession, and the long-term viability of American agriculture. Plus, a look at the decline of an American pantry…
USDA Rolls Out New Round of Blueberry Grower Support
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a second round of marketing assistance for specialty crops—delivering critical financial support for America’s blueberry growers. USDA Rolls Out New Round of…
Assemblyman Slams Hollywood Tax Breaks, Defends Farmers
…lawmakers for favoring the movie industry over the state’s struggling farmers. Assemblyman Slams Hollywood Tax Breaks, Defends Farmers “Farmers are making less margins than during the Great Depression,” said Tangipa….