California agriculture could face higher production costs and increased regulatory burdens as new packaging requirements move toward implementation, according to Roger Isom, president and CEO of the Western Tree Nut …
The Three Sisters: An Ancient Farming Method That Helped Shape American Agriculture
American agriculture has been built upon generations of innovation, adaptation, and stewardship of the land. Among the earliest and most effective farming techniques practiced in North America was a planting …
Allied Grape Growers at 75: Jeff Bitter Talks Survival, Wine Trends, and California’s Future
California Wine Industry Faces Challenges, But Allied Grape Growers Looks Ahead with Confidence California’s wine grape industry is navigating one of the most difficult periods in decades, but according to …
California Lawmakers Seek Emergency Funding to Fight Glassy-Winged Sharpshooter
California lawmakers are urging USDA to provide emergency assistance as the glassy-winged sharpshooter continues to spread across the state, threatening vineyards and other high-value specialty crops. A recent report highlighted a bipartisan effort …
California Proposes Stronger Pesticide Enforcement Rules
California’s Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) is proposing a sweeping update to the state’s pesticide enforcement system, with changes designed to increase penalties for serious violations and improve enforcement consistency …
DOE Updates 45Z Tax Credit Rules to Support Biofuel Feedstocks
New guidance for the federal 45Z tax credit is expected to provide greater clarity for biofuel producers while creating new opportunities for farmers supplying renewable fuel feedstocks. A recent report highlighted long-awaited updates …
Allied Grape Growers Marks 75 Years While Navigating Wine Industry Challenges
The California wine industry is facing a period of transition, but leaders within the sector remain focused on long-term stability and future growth. During the recent 75th anniversary celebration of …
George Washington Carver: The Innovator Who Helped Transform Southern Agriculture
How One Scientist Changed Farming in the South As American agriculture expanded southward from the Carolinas into what are now Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi, farmers faced both opportunity and uncertainty. …
Gray Wolf Populations Remain a Growing Concern for Western Cattle Producers
The ongoing debate over gray wolf protections under the Endangered Species Act continues to be a major issue for ranchers across the western United States. A recent report highlighted concerns from …
Retail Lamb Sales Climb as Consumers Continue to Pay Higher Prices
Consumer demand for lamb remains resilient despite ongoing price increases, according to the latest retail sales data. A recent report highlighted new analysis from the American Lamb Board showing strong growth …
California Blueberry Season Falls Short of Early Record Expectations
California’s blueberry season is moving past its peak harvest period, but production totals are expected to come in below early projections after a series of weather challenges affected yields across …
California Cherry Industry Suffers Historic Losses After Devastating 2026 Season
Michael Jameson Shares the Brutal Truth Behind California’s Toughest Cherry Crop in Decades California’s cherry industry entered the 2026 season with optimism, ideal growing conditions, and expectations for one of …
Part 2: California Cherry Industry Suffers One of Its Toughest Seasons in Decades
California cherry growers are working through one of the most difficult seasons in recent memory after weather disruptions, quality concerns, and market challenges combined to create what industry veteran Michael …
Michael Kelly and the Forgotten Story of Barbed Wire
The Invention That Helped Shape American Agriculture American agriculture has been built on innovation, hard work, and the determination of pioneers who transformed the nation’s landscape. Among the many inventions …