From California Berry Fields to Global Leadership If you’ve ever purchased strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries at your local grocery store, chances are you’ve seen the iconic Driscoll’s label. What …
Driscoll’s CEO Says Consumer Education Key to Agriculture’s Future
Driscoll’s CEO Soren Bjorn says stronger consumer education, regulatory reform, and support for California farmers will be critical to maintaining a vibrant specialty crop industry in the years ahead. In …
Driscoll’s CEO Discusses Berry Markets, California Farming Challenges
Driscoll’s CEO says weather volatility, rising regulations, labor concerns, and water challenges continue shaping the future of California’s specialty crop industry, even as consumer demand for berries remains strong. Driscoll’s …
Harvest Replay: How Innovate Ag Is Helping Specialty Crop Growers Turn Data Into Profit
Labor costs, weather volatility, and shrinking margins continue to challenge specialty crop growers across California and beyond. As producers search for ways to improve efficiency and profitability, technology is becoming …
Harvest Replay Technology Helps Specialty Crop Growers Improve Labor Efficiency
As labor costs continue to rise and farm margins remain under pressure, specialty crop growers are increasingly turning to technology to improve efficiency. One company believes artificial intelligence and farm …
Blueberry Boom: How the Blueberry Boost Accelerator Is Fueling the Future of America’s Favorite Superfruit
Blueberries are having a moment—and according to industry leaders, the boom is only getting started. In a recent conversation on The Ag Meter, host Nick Papagni sat down with Kasey …
Beef Prices, Tri-Tip Secrets, and the Future of Meat: Darren Hill Breaks It All Down
Why Beef Costs More—and Why Americans Keep Buying It As Americans fire up their grills for summer barbecues and prepare to celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday, one question continues to …
Beef Prices Remain High as Demand Stays Strong, Industry Expert Says
Beef prices remain elevated across the United States as cattle supplies stay historically tight while consumer demand for protein continues to grow, according to meat industry expert Darren Hill of …
California Trucking, Fuel Costs, and Agriculture’s Future: What Mark Woods and Ellington Smith Want Farmers to Know
California’s farmers and truckers are facing some of the toughest economic conditions in decades. Rising fuel prices, increasing insurance costs, growing regulations, and concerns over the state’s energy infrastructure are …
U.S. Rice Planting Near Completion as Crop Conditions Remain Strong
The latest crop progress update shows U.S. rice growers are wrapping up planting for the 2026 season. Crop development and condition ratings are providing encouraging signs as the industry moves into …
San Diego Agriculture Faces Rising Costs, Labor Challenges, and Water Concerns
AgNet News Hour continued its spotlight on California agriculture with part two of a conversation featuring fifth-generation farmer and former San Diego County Farm Bureau President Dana Groot, who discussed …
USDA Rural Development Highlights Water, Infrastructure, and Economic Growth in California’s Central Valley
California’s agricultural communities depend on more than fertile soil and hard work—they depend on reliable infrastructure, economic investment, and access to water. During a recent visit to Bakersfield, USDA Rural …
San Diego Agriculture at a Crossroads: Dana Groot on Water, Regulation, Labor, and California’s Farming Future
California agriculture faces no shortage of challenges, but few regions illustrate both the opportunities and obstacles facing farmers better than San Diego County. In a wide-ranging conversation with “The Ag …
USDA Officials Highlight Water, Rural Development, and Specialty Crop Support in California
The AgNet News Hour continued its coverage of federal agricultural initiatives with conversations featuring USDA Rural Development State Director Bryan Anguiano and former San Diego County Farm Bureau President Dana …