In this episode of The Growing Edge, Todd Burkdoll shares critical insights for organic growers. From battling leaf-footed bugs migrating out of pomegranates with Belay® Insecticide to powerful new organic tools …
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 05-28-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. The Ag Net News Hour Hosts, Lorrie Boyer and Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter,” cover the challenges in the freight …
Current State of Farming, Particular Focusing on Almond – Pistachio Markets
In the ever-evolving world of agriculture, the outlook for various crops can vary significantly based on several factors. Recently, insights from Nick Folio of Folio Commodities have shed light on …
Drought Causes Significant Challenges to California Farmers
California farmers continue to face significant challenges due to recurring drought cycles and stringent water restrictions. Dave Puglia, President and CEO of the Western Growers Association, highlights the urgent need …
Candidate Hilton: Changes that Could Be Made in California Agriculture
AgNet West reporter Nick Papagni had a chance to talk with Steve Hilton, Republican candidate for governor of the state of California. Nick commented to Hilton California is so unaffordable, …
California Ag Markets Experiencing Mixed Recovery After Tariff Disruption
The American almond market is experiencing a notable recovery following the tariff disruptions, largely due to key international buyers like China returning to U.S. almonds. Countries that had initially sought …
American Agriculture History Minute: Economic Impact of Rural Electrification
Mark Oppold presents an American Agriculture History Minute, describing the challenging conditions of rural life in the mid-1930s, noting that 90% of rural homes lacked electricity. Farmers had to perform …
Crucial Agreement Between U.S. and Mexico Halted
In 2024, President Joe Biden halted a crucial agreement between the U.S. and Mexico that allowed American inspectors to examine avocado products in Mexico, citing serious concerns about threats from …
Rollins on Major Components of the Small Farms Farmer First Initiative
The “Small Farms Farmer First Initiative“, led by Brooke Rollins, the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, is designed to empower small-scale farmers by addressing key challenges and ensuring long-term sustainability. The …
California Avocado Society Takes Proactive Steps
The California Avocado Society is taking proactive steps to address industry challenges by organizing an Innovations and Insights Field Day. This event will be held at the Luminaria Ranch in …
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 05-27-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show, Ag Net News Hour Hosts, Lorrie Boyer and Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter,” give information about the …
Avocado Commission Advocating for Restoration of Inspection Protocols
In 2024, President Joe Biden halted a crucial agreement between the U.S. and Mexico that allowed American inspectors to examine avocado products in Mexico, citing serious concerns about threats from …
Hay and Alfalfa Market After Tariffs
AgNet west reporter Nick Papagni, “the Ag Meter”, spoke with Nick Folio from Folio Commodities about the hay and alfalfa market. How’s it looking, especially after tariffs were announced? “You …
Rollins Lays Out Policies of Small Farms Farmer First Initiative
The Small Farms Farmer First Initiative, led by Brooke Rollins, the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, is designed to empower small-scale farmers by addressing key challenges and ensuring long-term sustainability. The …