…Arizona. California Wheat Commission (CWC) Estimates put total production for 2023 down at 203,571 metric tons. Arizona was reported at 141,520 metric tons and California production is estimated at 62,051…
Citrus Thrips Take a Toll on California Production
…season’s utilized production. “The industry did its absolute best in trying to control this unprecedented thrips season. Growers bear that cost while also facing the reality that the pest pressure…
Pistachio Production Poised for Significant Gains in Coming Years
Pistachio production is expected to experience significant growth over the next 10 years, according to a recent report commissioned by American Pistachio Growers (APG). Acreage in California is projected to…
Almond Update: Nominations Being Accepted for Industry Achievement Awards
…on the almond industry. The Almond Technical Achievement Award is a more all-encompassing award for those involved in supporting growers through innovation and production practices. Last year’s winner was Paul…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 09-27-23
…prices, California peach production upping last year’s numbers, and the governmental shutdown impacts on farmers. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to…
Next-Gen Institute for Digital Agriculture
…include developing and integrating analytical methods and digital technologies — like sensors, automation, and robots — that enhance food production and inform decision-making for sustainable and resilient systems. K-State President…
Egyptian Citrus in the U.S. Would Be ‘Calamity’ for California Growers
…production. They could land very cheap fruit in the U.S. market that would be directly competing with California production,” said Cranney. “We’ve all been telling APHIS that this would be…
California Peach Crop Surpasses Early Season Expectations
…progressed, the weather was advantageous to production. Cooler summer temperatures provided some benefits for the trees. Most varieties exceeded expectations, contributing to the overall increase in yield. Hunter said that…
Additional Payments for California Rice Producers
…inject for rice production.” To simplify the process, rice producers who previously received approval for the Rice Production Program and an initial payment will automatically receive an extra payment of…
Prices of Retail Eggs Continue to Fall
…among commercial egg layers. So far in 2023. We have not had a confirmed case among US commercial egg layers. So egg production is back up to normal with no…
USDA Announces Projects to Boost Access to Green Space for Millions
…with a greater focus on more resilient local and regional food production, fairer markets for all producers, ensuring access to safe, healthy and nutritious food in all communities, building new…
New Policies and Priorities Established at NASDA Annual Meeting
…the importance of diversity in agricultural production,” said NASDA CEO Ted McKinney. “Equally important, clarity and consumer confidence in ingredients and labeling must always be upheld, which is the goal…
Almond Update: Improving Grower Efficiency with Postharvest Technology
…have been steadily adopting robotic technology and artificial intelligence within the sorting process. The data that is collected can then be translated back to individual growers to optimize their production…
Ag Labor Expenses Forecast to Increase in 2023
…$100 spent on production expenses, almost $10 goes toward labor. Total labor expenses include contract and hired labor payments but exclude non-cash employee compensation. Generally, the animal production sector uses…