…reduction in volume, including: Excessive heat during late July and early August impacting cell division in cherry trees. Poor pollination due to inclement weather during bloom. Tree fatigue after two…
Domestic Lemons in High Demand as Imports Decline
…is much smaller from the coastal region.” Positive Signs for California Growers The reduction in imported lemon volume is driving favorable outcomes for domestic producers, particularly in California. As the…
Mangoes May Boost Heart Health in Postmenopausal Women
…mango consumption, participants showed a reduction in systolic blood pressure and mean arterial pressure. Over time, participants experienced a decrease in fasting total cholesterol and LDL (“bad”) cholesterol. The study…
USDA Office Closures Scaled Back Amid Growing Tensions and Revisions
…closure, with projected savings of $19.5 million—a dramatic reduction in scope. In addition to the USDA changes, the broader federal strategy for office consolidation appears to be shrinking. DOGE’s overall…
Western Tree Nut Association Backs Expansion of Agricultural Chipping to Curb Emissions
…sustainable waste management and emission reduction. As the region phases out open burning, the need for accessible and environmentally responsible alternatives becomes urgent. The proposed initiative will fund advanced chipping…
Latest Projections for California 2024-2025 Valencia Orange Crop Released
…Each carton contains 40 pounds of fruit, making this reduction significant for both growers and distributors. The CDFA report also notes a decrease in Valencia-bearing acreage, which has dropped from…
Current State of Farming, Particular Focusing on Almond – Pistachio Markets
…water access continues to diminish, with a significant percentage of arable land becoming unfarmable, the supply of permanent crops could dwindle. This reduction in available farming land could potentially keep…
Fruit Storage Trends Reflect Decline
…stable, California’s cherry industry is facing severe difficulties. The 2025 season anticipates a 50% reduction in yield, primarily attributed to extreme weather disruptions. Fluctuations in temperature and unexpected frosts have…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 05-16-25
…and the cyclical nature of trade deals. President Trump’s potential tariff reduction with India and optimistic outlook with China were highlighted. The U.S. closed its border to Mexican cattle due…
California Tomato Growers and Processors Agree to Reduction Per Ton from Last Season
…2024 agreement. California Tomato Growers and Processors Agree to Reduction Per Ton from Last Season Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products July 1, 2025 Unlock Dairy Cow Success with Purina’s…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 05-13-25
…reduction in tariffs on Chinese goods from 145% to 30%. The US and China are negotiating a 90-day truce, with potential for a more permanent deal. The phase one trade…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 05-09-25
…interconnectedness of agriculture and sports. They then shifted to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) budget cuts, which include a $300 million reduction in fiscal year 2026 and a staff…
Government Offices Slatted to Close Affects Farmers
…Standards are set to be dissolved by the end of the fiscal year, signaling a reduction in the agency’s climate-related efforts. This decision follows a recent announcement from EPA political…
American Agriculture History Minute: First Major Agricultural Settlement
…transformed Colorado and records show there was little opposition to federal water projects. During the Dust Bowl of the 1930s, an estimated one-tenth of Colorado’s topsoil blew away. That’s today’s…