California’s 2019 overtime law for ag workers appears to have resulted in reduced weekly working hours and earnings for crop workers over the subsequent two years. The findings are highlighted …
AgNet News Hour, Tuesday, 01-02-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes positive market developments for tree nuts and why farmer mentors an important component …
RAPP a 2023 ‘Success’
We continue our look back on 2023 with Director of Government and Public Affairs with the ag business advisory company Pinion, Brian Kuehl. In the first part of this series, …
AgNet News Hour, Monday, 01-01-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes new details about USDA’s Agricultural Outlook Forum program and why the USDA is …
Week in Review: Budget Uncertainties Put SWEEP on Hold & Clean Truck Check Deadline Coming
A coalition, representing various sectors, expressed concerns about current supply chain issues exacerbated by pending and proposed state policies affecting freight, imports, and exports. Founder of Better Food Ventures, Rob …
AgNet News Hour, Friday, 12-29-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. In today’s show, Bayer wins in a California Roundup lawsuit, and citrus yellow vein clearing virus …
Citrus Yellow Vein Clearing Virus Found in Los Angeles County
USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service confirmed the presence of Citrus yellow vein clearing virus in the Hacienda Heights area of Los Angeles County. The discovery was made during …
AgNet News Hour, Thursday, 12-28-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes this week’s Almond Update, reflecting on 20 Years of ABC Leadership with Richard …
Almond Update: Richard Waycott Reflects on Two Decades of Leadership
In a recent episode of the Almond Journey Podcast, Richard Waycott, outgoing President and CEO of the Almond Board of California (ABC), shared reflections on his remarkable journey within the …
Expert Says Ag Trade Needs Improvement
As 2023 comes to a close, we look back on some of the top issues for agriculture during the year. Director of Government and Public Affairs with the ag business …
California Chill Report: Solutions for Growers Facing Chill Shortages
UC Cooperative Extension Orchard Systems Advisor, Kat Jarvis-Shean has been working on solutions for growers dealing with chill shortages. Historically, discussions surrounding chill accumulation have often concluded with limited recourse …
Artificial Intelligence Holds Potential for Farmers, But Challenges Remain
Founder of Better Food Ventures, Rob Trice said that advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) have the potential to have a massive impact across the agricultural sector. However, there will be …
AgNet News Hour, Wednesday, 12-27-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes the USDA plans to measure the financial well-being of California farmers and ranchers …
Factors Taking Their Toll on the Farming Economy
Several large-scale factors are taking their toll on the farming economy. Senior Analyst covering fruits and tree nuts for Rabo AgriFinance, David Magaña said that persistent inflation is one critical …