…two loads of unfinished almonds were stolen recently via ‘fictitious pickups.’ The theft is a highly organized method where criminals get transport information through various means, even computer hacking, and…
Implementation of Chinese Trade Agreement Continues Making Headway
…will provide greater access for U.S. producers and exporters to China’s growing food and agricultural markets,” USTR Robert Lighthizer said in a press release. “Under President Trump’s leadership, we fully…
Almond Update: Getting Closer to Off-ground Harvesting in California
The possibility of almonds to never touch the ground during harvest is getting closer for California producers. An entire session at the 2019 Almond Conference covered the developments towards bringing…
Week in Review: New COVID Workers’ Compensation Rules, Another Record Year for Almonds
Governor Gavin Newsom has moved forward with plans for significant changes to the workers’ compensation system in California with regard to COVID-19. 2020 is shaping up to be another record…
Fresno State Enology Building Renamed After Winery Supporter
Donald E. Gumz Enology Building Donald Emil Gumz was a Valley native, who like many lifelong residents, had a love and passion for the region, including Fresno State. He came…
USDA Predicts Another Record Almond Crop This Year
…for almonds has fluctuated between $2.39 and $2.50 per pound. USDA-NASS also released the 2019 Almond Acreage Report a few weeks ago. According to the data, bearing acreage for almonds…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 05-13-20
…triple and a judge temporarily blocks President Trump’s efforts to get more water flowing into the Valley. Tune in to the show for these news stories, features and more. Danielle…
Call to Examine Market Concentration in the Meatpacking Industry
…often struggle to survive.” The group is calling for an investigation into the level of competition within the meatpacking sector, alleging that antitrust laws may been violated. President Donald Trump…
Voluntary Agreements Derailment Frustrating with Water Fight
It was one-step forward, two steps back with California’s water situation earlier this year. When Governor Newsom decided to challenge the Trump administration regarding biological opinions in the Sacramento-Delta, the…
More USDA Section 32 Plans on Buying $470 Million in Food
…32 purchases will be in addition to other purchases that had previously been announced to provide support for agricultural producers struggling with market disruptions related to COVID-19. “President Trump has…
Almond Matters: Getting Going with Ant Management
…ant bait is a really good tool for using in almonds. It’s not real fast, because basically it’s an insect growth regulator…but it will take out the entire colony.” Both…
Almond Update: Pending Elections and Pandemic Market Update
…May 27. Waycott also updated AgNet West on the current market for almonds during this pandemic. Listen to Waycott’s full interview for information on the candidates and the market update….
Ag Producers Can Now Apply for Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program
…30 years, SBA has been prohibited by law from providing disaster assistance to agricultural businesses; however, as a result of the unprecedented legislation enacted by President Trump, American farmers, ranchers…
Including Water Investments in Infrastructure Package Challenging
…interest by the Trump Administration and on Capitol Hill in reenergizing a focus on an infrastructure package that would provide funding to critical projects.” A few California legislators have raised…