True cost accounting takes into consideration every possible expense involved in an activity. In the case of agriculture, two recent true cost accounting reports show there are many hidden costs …
Partnership for U.S. Forests
A new partnership to improve the nation’s forests. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The nonprofit conservation organization American Forests is teaming up with the USDA Forest Service …
Tight Supply of Christmas Trees
What’s the story behind the recent very tight supplies of real Christmas trees? Gary Crawford tells us in today’s This Land of Ours. Shop early to find that perfect Christmas …
New Nutritional Campaign Launches on Wheat
Why you may be hearing more about the nutritional benefits of wheat. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Consumers want nutrition information, so the Wheat Foods Council (WFC) …
Potential Impact to Fertilizer Markets by Middle East Conflict
The conflict in the Middle East has several markets on edge, including fertilizers. Andy Jung, vice president of market and strategic analysis with Mosaic, is closely watching the situation between …
Optimism in Christmas Tree Industry
There’s optimism about the future of the Christmas tree industry. Gary Crawford has more coming up on This Land of Ours. Ten to fifteen years ago Christmas tree growers were …
AgNet Weekly: Jaime Castaneda on USMCA Dairy Dispute
U.S. dairy organizations along with elected officials, U.S. trade officials, and ag leaders are expressing disappointment over the recent decision by the USMCA dispute panel in the challenge against Canada’s …
U.S. Farmers at COP28
U.S. farmers are involved in international climate change conversations at COP28. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Several U.S. farm representatives will be on hand during the United …
National Christmas Tree Now on Display
A holiday tradition is now on display at the nation’s capitol. Rod Bain has more coming up on This Land of Ours. This 2023 holiday season will kick-off with the National …
Jury Rules that Egg Producers Conspired to Fix Prices
A case of a price-fixing conspiracy from over a decade ago is finally decided. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. An Illinois jury found that several of the …
Leaders Say Battle Over Canadian Dairy Trade Policy Will Continue
The U.S. lost its latest challenge against Canadian dairy trade practices, but there may be more of a fight ahead. U.S. dairy organizations along with elected officials and ag leaders …
NCGA, BASF Announce 16th Annual Scholarship Program
A scholarship opportunity for undergraduate students who are passionate about agriculture. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) and BASF have partnered for …
New Proposed California Anti-Ag Measure Could Have National Implications
A proposed northern California anti-ag measure could have an effect nationwide. The measure in Sonoma County would eliminate animal agriculture in that county. “It would outlaw all animal agriculture in …
Working to Strengthen Agriculture’s Talent Pipeline
Working to strengthen the future of ag. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Agriculture Future of America and the National FFA Organization made their partnership official. The groups …