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Agri-Pulse offers a thorough weekly update on the most recent developments in agriculture. Our coverage goes beyond just the crops in your fields and the animals in your barns. We take a comprehensive view of farming and rural news, ensuring that you stay informed on all fronts. We prioritize keeping you updated on the latest agricultural and rural policy changes happening in Washington D.C. and analyze their impact on various stakeholders, including farmers, lobbyists, government workers, educators, consultants, and engaged citizens.

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USTR announces fees on Chinese ships at U.S. ports, with some ag exemptions

1 week ago | agri-pulse.com | Oliver Ward

Starting in October, the U.S. will impose port fees on Chinese-made ships and Chinese operatorsbased on cargo volumes, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative said on Thursday. But ag exporters will see some relief as the measures will not apply to ships that arrive empty to transport U.S. commodities or to those on some shorter routes.
Daybreak April 17: U.S.-Japan negotiations kick off, with Trump in the midst

1 week ago | agri-pulse.com | Oliver Ward |Steve Davies |Noah Wicks

Negotiations between the U.S. and Japan on a possible deal to lower reciprocal tariffs kicked off in Washington this week, with the president personally involved. “Japan is coming in today to negotiate Tariffs, the cost of military support, and ‘TRADE FAIRNESS,’” President Donald Trump said on social media Wednesday. Trump attended a meeting Wednesday with the Japanese team and his key cabinet members.
Daybreak West April 17: California sues Trump over tariffs

1 week ago | agri-pulse.com | Brad Hooker |Chloe Lovejoy |Oliver Ward |Noah Wicks

Gov. Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta are suing President Donald Trump over his use of emergency powers to enact broad tariffs. Filed in federal court in San Francisco, the lawsuit counters Trump’s use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to enforce broad duties. Read our full report at Agri-Pulse.com. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum lashed out against the Newsom administration on Wednesday over California’s water policies.
Newsom counters Trump tariffs in new lawsuit

1 week ago | agri-pulse.com | Chloe Lovejoy

California Governor Gavin Newsom and State Attorney General Rob Bonta are suing President Donald Trump over his use of emergency powers to enact broad tariffs. Filed in federal court in San Francisco, the lawsuit counters Trump’s use of the International Economic Emergency Powers Act to enforce broad duties. The complaint states that IEEPA does not list tariffs under the President’s enforceable emergency actions. Rather, it asserts that authority rests with congress.
Farm Hands West: Port of Oakland adds Basler for new role

1 week ago | agri-pulse.com | Lydia Johnson

The Port of Oakland named Andre Basler director of utilities. In the newly created executive level position, he will be responsible for the Port’s Utilities Division which is upgrading port facilities and adjusting to a zero emission goal. Basler will lead the division’s activities including short- and long-term strategic planning, infrastructure management and compliance. Basler was assistant general manager of engineering and operations at Alameda Municipal Power.
With fresh funding, Salton Sea managers examine restoration progress

1 week ago | agri-pulse.com | Chloe Lovejoy

Federal, state and local agencies are trying to figure out how to use new legal authority and an influx of cash to restore the Salton Sea, which has been depleted by reductions in agricultural irrigation runoff from the Imperial Valley. A total of $250 million in state and federal funds was dedicated to Salton Sea restoration in 2024, making it the largest single year for management funding in program history, according to the 2025 Salton Sea Management Program update.
California awards $25 million for dairy emission reduction projects

1 week ago | agri-pulse.com | Chloe Lovejoy

The California Department of Food and Agriculture is distributing $24.8 million for greenhouse gas emission reduction projects. Thirty projects are getting grants under the Alternative Manure Management Program and the Dairy Digester Research and Development Program. . In total the department expects the projects will reduce emissions by nearly 122,000 metric tons annually, having the same impact as taking 28,350 cars off the road for a year.
IFPA centers 2025 policy priorities on regulatory clarity and innovation

1 week ago | agri-pulse.com | Chloe Lovejoy

The International Fresh Produce Association has laid out plans to educate lawmakers this year on the challenges facing the fresh produce and floral industries, such as perishability and seasonal access. The group has taken positions on nine topics: trade, nutrition and consumption, crop protection and production technology, food safety, supply chain resiliency transportation, infrastructure, sustainability, taxes and the farm bill.
Daybreak West April 16: Commercial salmon fishing banned for third year

1 week ago | agri-pulse.com | Brad Hooker |Chloe Lovejoy |Rebekah Alvey |Oliver Ward

The National Marine Fisheries Service is expected to close the California salmon season to commercial fishing for an unprecedented third year in a row. Recreational fishing, however, will be allowed to a limited extent for the first time since 2022. The Pacific Fishery Management Council recommended the closure Tuesday. Salmon stocks have remained low since the last drought due to several associated issues.
Daybreak April 16: White House: Farm aid ‘being considered’

1 week ago | agri-pulse.com | Rebekah Alvey |Noah Wicks |Oliver Ward

President Donald Trump has taken to social media to declare his support for farmers, but they’ll have to wait for clarity on when they might get payments in compensation for his trade war. “Relief is being considered,” White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters in the briefing room on Tuesday. She added that Ag Secreetary Brooke Rollins has spoken to Trump about the issue.