…interview with “The Ag Meter”, host Nick Papagni spoke with Sunny Toor, President of Valley Pride Ag, who joined the program while traveling through Dubai on his way to India…
University of California Studies Find Gray Wolves Increasing Stress on California Cattle
…University of California studies showing that gray wolves are relying heavily on cattle as a food source while also contributing to elevated stress levels in livestock herds. The findings add…
Kevin Kester on Cattle Markets, Screwworm, Wolves, and California’s Agricultural Future
…also discussed the recent New World screwworm detections in Texas and New Mexico, emphasizing that the parasite is not a food safety concern for consumers. Instead, the pest affects livestock…
Kevin Kester Discusses Beef Markets, Land Use and California Policy in Part 2
…market conditions. The discussion then shifted to California’s proposed changes to the Williamson Act, which would allow some agricultural land enrolled in the state’s farmland preservation program to be converted…
California Agriculture Coalition Calls for Changes to Senate Bill 54
…food processors and other agricultural businesses. The coalition expressed concern that these added costs may ultimately be passed along throughout the food supply chain, increasing expenses for both producers and…
USDA Modernizes Crop Acreage Reporting with New Digital Pilot
…reporting easier for farmers. A recent report highlighted the pilot program, which will begin with spring-planted crops in county offices across a dozen states. Richard Fordyce, USDA Undersecretary for Farm…
Avocado Rootstock Research Advances Through International Collaboration
…of growers while improving long-term orchard sustainability. Avocado Rootstock Research Targets Grower Needs One of the primary goals of the breeding program is to identify rootstocks that improve productivity under…
Kevin Kester Discusses Cattle Industry Challenges, Screwworm Response and Beef Processing Support
…USDA’s recently announced Supporting Processor Investment in Rural America (SPUR) Program, which will provide up to $500 million in temporary assistance for small and mid-sized beef processors. Kester explained that…
How Early American Farmers Built a Thriving Agricultural Economy
…farmers supplied food for the growing population while also creating valuable export opportunities that generated much-needed income for the new country. As the nation’s population expanded and new land was…
Whole Vine Festival Returns to Fresno State to Celebrate the San Joaquin Valley’s Grape Industry
…to eat healthy foods, Goudreau wants them to experience agriculture in an enjoyable way that builds appreciation for fresh food and the people who grow it. She also praised farm…
Discover the Latest Innovations at the 2026 Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo
…to connect with fellow growers, researchers and agricultural professionals. The educational program will feature the latest research and production strategies for citrus and specialty crops. Topics include HLB management, trunk-injection…
Whole Vine Festival Celebrates the San Joaquin Valley’s Grape Industry
…defining industries while helping consumers better understand where their food comes from. Goudreau said the event also serves as a reminder that the Valley is home to one of the…
USDA’s SPUR Program Aims to Strengthen Small and Mid-Sized Meat Processors
…this country?” Fordyce said. USDA officials say the SPUR program is intended to improve processing capacity while creating additional marketing opportunities for cattle producers. SPUR Program Supports Independent Processors Fordyce…
California Walnuts Eye Strong 2026 After Global Success
…simply appreciate where your food comes from—this is an interview you won’t want to miss. Outstanding Crop Quality Drives Market Confidence One of the biggest success stories of the 2025…