As California’s almond orchards transition from bloom to petal fall, growers are being advised to shift their focus to managing leaf diseases, particularly Alternaria. According to Katie Driver, UPL Technical …
AgNet News Hour Monday, 03-10-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. In this episode of the AgNet News Hour, hosts Lorrie Boyer and Nick Papagni discuss why the USDA was ordered …
Deadline Extended for 2024 Census of Horticultural Specialties
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) has extended the response deadline for the 2024 Census of Horticultural Specialties (CHS Instruction Sheet) to April 18, 2025. …
Rollins Expresses Optimism About Administration’s Efforts to Expand Market Access for Producers
Brooke Rollins, USDA Secretary of Agriculture, expressed optimism about the Trump administration’s efforts to expand market access for producers during a recent speech at the Commodity Classic in Denver, Colorado. …
Supply of Organic Mandarins from California Robust
The supply of organic mandarins from California is robust, with Tango mandarins being particularly large and of good quality. Demand is steady, and prices are lower than usual for this …
FPAA Preparing for the 2025 Spring Policy Summit
The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas is preparing for the 2025 spring policy summit in Tubac, Arizona, focusing on trade, economic, and regulatory issues, as well as social responsibility …
Global Berry Demand Forecast
Global berry demand is forecast to increase in volume and value. Sponsored ContentLet’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt RamseyNovember 4, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester …
American Agriculture History Minute: John Holmes’ Contributions to Agriculture
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. John Holmes is part of American agriculture history. He was born in Massachusetts, moved to Michigan in 1835. The rise of …
AgNet News Hour Friday, 03-07-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. In this episode of the AgNet News Hour, hosts Sabrina Halvorson, Lorrie Boyer, and newcomer Nick Papagni discuss recent significant …
Agricultural Sector Responds to Tariff Implementation
The U.S. agricultural sector has expressed strong concerns following the President’s decision to impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China. Industry leaders warn that these measures could have significant repercussions …
Montana Farmers Union President Warns New Tariffs Will Hurt Agriculture
New tariffs are raising concerns among agricultural leaders, and Montana Farmers Union President Walter Schweitzer didn’t hold back when addressing the House Agriculture Subcommittee on Livestock earlier this week. Speaking …
Pork Producers Urge Lawmakers to Change California Prop 12 Mandates
National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) President Lori Stevermer testified before the House Agriculture Committee’s Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry during the State of the Livestock Industry hearing, emphasizing the …
American Agriculture History Minute: Development of Factory-Made Agricultural Equipment
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Prior to the 1800s, most of the tools and equipment farmers and ranchers used were handmade. The growing use of factory-made …
Almond Update: New Study Highlights Almonds’ Benefits for Cardiometabolic Health
A recent analysis by leading nutrition experts has reinforced the positive impact of almonds on cardiometabolic health. The study, conducted by the Almond Board of California, gathered 11 world-renowned scientists …