…breeding companies, inhibiting their development of new varieties, particularly of specialty and other smaller acreage crops.” Signatories of the letter include the American Seed Trade Association, California Citrus Mutual, National…
Almond Update: 2023 Almond Production Expected to Increase
Almond production is forecasted to reach 2.60 billion meat pounds, according to the 2023 California Almond Objective Measurement Report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service….
Canned, Frozen Corn Industry Struggling
…Study author Marty Williams says, “We saw a decline in acreage throughout production areas in the Midwest and Pacific Northwest, the regions where most processing sweet corn production is happening.”…
FAA Rule Change for Farm Drones
There’s an FAA rule change for some farming operations. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is making it easier to use drones for spraying crops. Arthur Erickson is the CEO and…
Federal Funding to Support Automating the Strawberry Industry
…of domestic production. Strawberries are also one of the most valuable per-acre crops, contributing $5.2 billion to the state’s economy. Emphasizing automation technologies will help boost production and quality. Additionally,…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 07-06-23
…growers if Monarch butterflies are classified as endangered, the approaching deadline for USDA’s rice production program and crop conditions around the U.S. Tune in to the show for these news…
Almond Update: Proactively Working to Protect Growers with Pollinator Habitat
…increasing its review of crop protection products’ potential negative impacts on endangered species, it could create heightened scrutiny on existing and new products, with possible usage restrictions. “We are also…
Reliable Rail Service Act Reintroduced
…significant cost increases and service disruptions that harm the businesses of our ag retailer members and their farmer customers who rely on freight rail transportation to deliver the critical crop…
California Crop Conditions Heading into July
A recent report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) shows that temperatures are heating up. The California Crop Progress and Condition report from USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service also…
Cherries Abundant for Independence Day
…Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) says the increase is from a rebound in Washington State’s crop from last year. Another major cherry-producing state, California also saw big increases in sweet cherry…
Wet Winter Was a ‘Blessing’ for Winegrape Growers
…optimal environments for disease pathogens. However, President of Allied Grape Growers, Jeff Bitter said the rain does not appear to be having any negative impacts on production. “That’s been nothing…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 06-30-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers keeping a close on eye almond markets with a smaller crop projected, water…
Most Grilling Costs Stay Higher This Summer
…available cattle for the summer grilling season, driving up beef prices. Higher potato prices can be attributed to poor weather leading to a drop in production, and general inflation is…
Almond Update: ‘Benefits Far Outweigh the Cost’ for Cover Crops
A small grower in Hughson is having some positive experiences with implementing cover crops in the orchard. Donny Hicks said that he has been cover cropping for two years and…