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Farmers wary as U.S. pauses tariffs for some yet increases duties on China
President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause on increased reciprocal tariffs for most U.S. trading partners, offering a temporary reprieve amid escalating global trade tensions. The April 9 decision excludes China, which will now face... more »
USDA opens applications for FY 2026 agricultural trade promotion programs
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is now accepting applications for its fiscal year 2026 agricultural trade promotion programs, aimed at helping American producers boost exports and enter new international markets. USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service... more »
Rural Voices USA weighs in on tariffs’ effect on rural America
Rural Voices USA, a bipartisan organization that promotes the interests of rural Americans, has expressed its views on how President Trump's tariff announcement will impact growers and rural America. "As President Trump prepares to once... more »
Legislation aims to ease path to land access for young growers
Bipartisan legislation introduced April 1 in the U.S. House and Senate aims to help young farmers and ranchers access farmland and would establish a pilot program with the USDA’s Farm Service Agency. The New Producer... more »
NCAE urges USDA to investigate undisbursed funds to farmers
The National Council of Agricultural Employers (NCAE) is pressing the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to release federal funds designated to aid farmers in critical labor shortages and reduce irregular migration. In a letter to... more »
Preparing for your preparer
This time of year is busy, and one task a grower may have is to schedule meetings with tax professionals. There are advantages to carving out time to work on taxes now instead of in... more »
Ventura VINE Connect field day set
The University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources (UCANR) has scheduled its VINE Connect Field Day for April 10. The event, to be at the Hansen Research and Extension Center in Camarillo, California, is designed... more »
Sakata Seed America makes leadership changes
Vegetable and melon seed supplier Sakata Seed America has announced an executive leadership transition. After more than 15 years of service as Sakata Seed America’s president and chief executive officer, Dave Armstrong plans to step... more »
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