Operating costs for pistachio growers have been steadily increasing over the past few years, while average prices have been trending in the opposite direction. Assistant Professor in Cooperative Extension in …
AgNet News Hour, Tuesday, 04-02-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes successes for California on a trade mission to South Korea, and how improved …
California Ag Leaders Back from South Korea Trade Mission
Several California agricultural leaders, including Ag Secretary Karen Ross, are back from a week-long trade mission overseas. Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs, Alexis M. Taylor led the South Korea trade mission, which included representatives from 49 companies and organizations from around the U.S. Taylor said it was a success that offered a lot of opportunities for California’s specialty crops.
Global Ag Land Shift Over Six Decade Period
Where the world’s farms are located has shifted over time per a recent USDA study on trends of global agricultural production over the past six decades. Rod Bain has more …
Optimism for the 2024 California Cotton Season
The 2024 California cotton season could be a good one for growers. Early estimates indicate a significant increase in plantings. President and CEO of the California Cotton Ginners and Growers …
AgNet News Hour, Monday, 04-01-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. In today’s show there’s assistance available to support conservation in California citrus. We’ll have more on …
Skills Needed in the Agricultural Workforce
What skills are currently needed in the agricultural workforce? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. U.S. employers report challenges in finding suitable job candidates with work-ready skills to …
AgNet Weekly: Prescribed Fire Expert Lenya N. Quinn-Davidson
This week we’re talking about prescribed fires, the protection they can bring, and the policies needed to improve implementation. Joining us on the phone is Fire Advisor and the Director …
Week in Review: Water Allocations Increase & Legitimacy Questions for Indoor Heat Rule
Water allocations have been increased for both the Central Valley Project and the State Water Project. Recent developments in both Colombia and India have set the stage for better trade …
New Liaisons to Ensure Compliance with the Federal Seed Act
As part of an overall effort to improve transparency in the food supply chain, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is launching the Farmer Seed Liaison Initiative. The purpose of …
Some Surprises in USDA Prospective Planting Reports
The USDA’s Prospective Planting Report was not without some surprises. Gary Crawford reports. Listen to USDA Gary Crawford’s report here. The USDA’s Prospective Plantings Report shows corn planted area will …
AgNet News Hour, Friday, 03-29-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes reports on cover cropping in table grapes, federal efforts to ensure Federal Seed …
Production Challenges and Opportunities for California Prune Growers
California prune growers anticipate new production opportunities as the UC Davis Prune Breeding Program announced its latest cultivars have the potential to extend the production season. Program Manager Sarah Castro …
AccuWeather Predicts a Risky Hurricane Season
Is the nation headed for a rough hurricane season? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The meteorologists at AccuWeather are warning people and businesses to start preparing now …