Tim Lynch reports on The Produce News website that the roller coaster of spring temperatures is creating challenges for coastal California growers this May. Low pressure systems are bringing cool …
Agricultural Trade Remains Dynamic in Fruit Production and Distribution
The U.S. lemon supply is plentiful, but concerns remain about quality and storage, prompting imports to satisfy summer demand. Weather conditions worldwide could further challenge sourcing efforts. Meanwhile, the FDA …
U.S. Red Meat Exports Rise in March, Beef Hits Nine-Month High
U.S. red meat exports showed promising growth in March, with beef, pork, and lamb all trending higher compared to the same period last year, according to the latest USDA data …
Rollins with ECAP Disaster Component Update
The application process for the disaster assistance tranche of USDA’s Emergency Commodity Assistance Program (ECAP) is soon coming, according to the Agriculture Secretary. Rod Bain reports. Sponsored ContentLet’s Talk Livestock …
American Agriculture History Minute: Irrigation Key to Great American Desert Farming
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Agriculture in what is now Colorado began taking shape in the early 1850s. Then Rocky Mountain News founder William N. Byers …
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 05-08-25
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,” highlight the upcoming Mother’s Day by saying …
Almond Update: Role in Culinary World Extends Beyond ‘Snacking’
Almonds are widely recognized as a nutritious and convenient snack, but their role in the culinary world extends far beyond simple snacking. These versatile nuts are a key ingredient in …
Government Offices Slatted to Close Affects Farmers
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) plans to close the Farm Service Agency (FSA) office in Bakersfield, California, opting not to renew the lease. California is one of the largest …
Adding 10 Million Acre Feet Water in California
How to add 10-million-acre feet to the California water supply. Edward Ring says there’s a way! For starters the water guzzling overcrowded forest, a study says, cutting back will help. …
Early Cherry Market Report
Michael Jameson from Morada Produce, who packs over 22 million boxes of Cherries in Linden California, says the early yields in May still not looking good. The volume will be …
Ag Secretary Rollins Message to Farmers
Ag secretary Brook Rollins says we will continue to work on reconstructing, rebuilding, and “I’m proud to be fighting for the most American of all Americans, our farmers”. Sponsored ContentLet’s …
American Agriculture History Minute: Early Agricultural Experiments Conducted
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. In the early 1820s, after the Louisiana Purchase of 1803, the U.S. government decided to conduct agricultural experiments in what is …
The Growing Edge: Double-Edged Sword of Central Coast Weather
Cool coastal mornings, lush vineyards—and a hidden threat. On this episode of The Growing Edge, Todd Burkdoll unpacks the double-edged sword of Central Coast weather. While fog and marine air …
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 05-07-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. The AgNet News Hour Hosts, Lorrie Boyer and Nick Papagni, the “Ag Meter,” discuss recent agricultural news, including weather patterns …