California’s Coachella Valley bell pepper harvest is expected to begin about a week later than usual after cooler temperatures and rainfall slowed field progress. Despite the delay, overall production is …
Fall Berry Supplies Expected to Increase as Demand Grows
Berry supplies are expected to shift as the fall season gets underway, with Mexican raspberries and blackberries projected to increase over the coming months. The additional volume could create more …
USDA Forecasts Higher U.S. Non-Orange Citrus Production
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is forecasting increased production for several non-orange citrus crops in the 2026 season, with lemons, tangerines and other citrus fruit expected to see gains compared …
Global Cherry Production Set for Record as U.S. Crop Declines
Global cherry production is forecast to reach a record 5.44 million metric tons this season, even as the U.S. cherry crop faces significant losses from frost and rain. The latest …
Global Avocado Exports Continue Rapid Growth as Markets Face New Challenges
Global avocado exports are expected to continue climbing over the next several years, but industry analysts say the expanding market also brings increased uncertainty for producers and exporters. A recent report highlighted …
California Stone Fruit Season Expected to End Early After Warm Start
The California stone fruit season is expected to end earlier than normal this year after an unusually warm start accelerated crop development across the state’s orchards. A recent report highlighted how early-season heat …
Monterey County Crop Report Shows $4.8 Billion in Fruit and Vegetable Production
The latest Monterey County crop report highlights another strong year for one of California’s leading agricultural regions, even as disease pressure, insect pests and rising production costs challenged growers. A recent report reviewed …
USDA Modernizes Crop Acreage Reporting with New Digital Pilot
A new digital crop acreage reporting pilot is bringing USDA’s reporting process into the modern era, replacing paper maps with digital tools designed to improve accuracy and make reporting easier for farmers. …
Global Cherry Markets Shift as Harvests Expand Across the Northern Hemisphere
The latest global cherry market trends show production increasing in several key growing regions, creating added competition and putting downward pressure on prices. A recent report showed how harvest activity across the …
Early Harvest Raises Questions About Organic Stone Fruit Supply
An unusually early growing season has California’s organic stone fruit industry watching closely to see how supplies will hold up through the remainder of the summer. A recent report highlighted concerns …
New Bill Aims to Address Agriculture’s Ongoing Labor Shortage
Finding enough reliable workers remains one of the biggest challenges facing American agriculture, and lawmakers are once again looking for solutions. A recent report highlighted the introduction of the Securing Agriculture’s …
Supreme Court Rules Federal Law Preempts Roundup Warning Claims
A landmark Roundup Supreme Court ruling could significantly reshape pesticide litigation across the United States. A recent report highlighted the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision that federal law preempts certain state failure-to-warn lawsuits involving …
USDA Forecasts Smaller Sweet and Tart Cherry Crops Following Freeze Damage
The latest USDA cherry production forecast points to a smaller U.S. crop this season after damaging spring weather affected major growing regions. A recent report highlighted USDA’s outlook for both sweet …
Almond Forecast Points to Crop Similar to Last Year, Water Remains Top Concern
California’s almond industry is looking at another solid harvest in 2026, though growers are unlikely to see a record-breaking crop. During a recent appearance on AgNet News Hour, Steve Malanca, field …