…to improve the “middle” of the supply chain—distribution, storage, and processing—so that smaller producers and communities can benefit from more stable, efficient local food networks. The CDFA will provide support…
Natural Disaster Costs to California Agriculture
…location. Natural Disaster Costs to California Agriculture To pinpoint where these events are having the greatest impact on farmers and the nation’s food supply, researchers at TraceOne, a company specializing…
Congress Advances Farm Bill Extension and Aid Package
…the continued stability of the nation’s food supply and rural economies,” said AFBF President Zippy Duvall. Farm Bill Extension The one-year extension of the farm bill provides a temporary safety…
Commodity Groups Advocate for Economic Assistance Amid Farm Bill Delays
…fertilizers, fuel, and other inputs, alongside weather-related disruptions that have impacted yields. Commodity-specific concerns are also driving the push for aid. For example, during the COVID-19 pandemic, groups representing corn,…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 12-13-24
…Secretary of Agriculture Karen Ross, the discussion covers the potential ripple effects on supply chains, labor markets, and local economies. Lorrie interviews Tracy Edgar, owner of Bright Changes Consulting, where…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 12-12-24
…covers supply, demand, and market dynamics, emphasizing the importance of managing margins between commodity inputs and outputs. Sabrina has this week’s Almond Update from the Almond Board of California. In…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 12-11-24
…Lake, once dried up for 130 years, now reappearing due to extreme weather patterns. This reemergence has caused significant disruptions for California farmers, submerging tens of thousands of acres of…
New Federal Order Announced by USDA
…nation’s milk supply and dairy herds. “Since the first HPAI detection in livestock, USDA has collaborated with our federal, state and industry partners to swiftly and diligently identify affected herds…
American Agriculture History Minute: Learning the Laws of Supply and Demand
DepositPhotos image I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. American Agriculture History Minute: Learning the Laws of Supply and Demand Farmers and ranchers in early American agriculture quickly…
Tariffs and Trade: Examining Potential Impacts on Agriculture
…how the details unfold… capture some profit when you can,” he advised, emphasizing the need for flexibility in navigating potential market disruptions. Tariffs and Trade: Examining Potential Impacts on Agriculture…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 12-05-24
…as ensuring adequate supply and supporting growers through policy advocacy. Later, Greg Jones from Firestone AG provides insights into tractor tire management to prevent overloading and save fuel, emphasizing the…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 12-03-24
…talks with Karl McDermott, Chief SaaS Officer of DeltaTrack. DeltaTrak, Inc. is a leader in cold chain management and temperature monitoring solutions, offering an extensive range of data loggers, cloud-based…
Farmers Across America Make Thanksgiving Dinner Possible
…affordable, abundant food supply despite challenges like rising labor costs and inflation. Duvall also urged Congress to pass a modernized farm bill to support the industry. This Thanksgiving, every dish…
Almond Update: Almond Acreage in California Declines for Third Straight Year
…like other commodities, require a balance between supply and demand. While the challenges persist, California almonds maintain their reputation for high quality and reliable supply. Despite the reduction in acreage,…