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 …
Innovations and Insights Field Day
The California Avocado Society is taking proactive steps to address industry challenges by organizing an Innovations and Insights Field Day. The California Avocado Society will host an Innovations and Insights …
Southern California Drought Elevates Wildfire Risks
In Southern California, persistent drought conditions continue to elevate wildfire risks, posing a significant challenge for agricultural communities, especially avocado growers. Wildfires last autumn wreaked havoc on nearly 8% of …
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 05-22-25
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,” discuss the U.S.-Vietnam trade negotiations, with …
Production and Transition of Fresh Produce Looks Promising
The transition of blueberries from South America to Mexico and then to the United States has been seamless this season. California’s blueberry harvest began two weeks ago, and thanks to …
Positive Tariff Update for California
News on the latest tariffs and some of it are positive developments with the impact of California farming sector, particularly fruits, nuts, and vegetables while challenges persist, good news for …
Avocados and Saving Water
Ag Net West, Josh McGill, has a story on avocados and saving water. A new study from Southern California could help avocado growers save both water and money in San …
Avocados Becoming Popular with Consumers
The USDA’s latest look at avocados reveals trends that point towards growing consumer interest. USDA Economist Cathryn Webber: “The California Avocado Commission estimates that California will produce 375 million pounds …
Rise in Avocado Popularity
USDA’s latest look at avocados reveals trends that point towards growing consumer interest. Rod Bain reports. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Let’s Talk Livestock …
AgNet News Hour Friday, 04-25-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. The Ag Net News Hour’s Lorre Boyer and Nick Papagni, “The AgMeter” started out the show by discussing the Clovis …
Study: Avocado Daily Can Enhance Health
A study by the University of California, Los Angeles found that consuming one avocado daily can enhance gut health by increasing microbiota diversity in adults with abdominal obesity. The 26-week …
Gains in Domestic Avocado Production
U.S. avocado production this season is expected to increase, due to more production from the nation’s primary avocado growing state. Rod Bain has details. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026CIR …
Rise in California’s Avocado Volume and Market Share
AvoBook reported a rise in California’s avocado volume and market share in the U.S., accompanied by a decrease in prices, particularly for smaller sizes. The U.S. and Europe showed significant …