…70 cents per pound. This adjustment aims to address the grower return challenges of the past two years, which have taken their toll on California growers. The California Walnut Commission…
Almond Update: Industry Gatherings Kick-Off Next Week
Almond Industry Gatherings hosted by the Almond Board of California (ABC) are set to begin next week. The informal events will offer an opportunity to have one-on-one conversations with the…
Conservation Reserve Program Pays Over $1.77 Billion
…future generations,” Vilsack adds. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours program here. Conservation Reserve Program Pays Over $1.77 Billion Sabrina Halvorson…
CIAO Standards Act to Streamline Revisions to Organic Standards
…organic groups led by OTA. Other supporters include the National Organic Coalition, the Organic Farmers Association, the Organic Produce Association, and the Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance. International Fresh Produce…
Gasoline and Diesel Fuel Prices Decline After Volatile Week
…Israel. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours program here. Gasoline and Diesel Fuel Prices Decline After Volatile Week Sabrina Halvorson National…
October Report Details Water Recharge Capacity for Water Year 2023
…natural sources. The Central Valley played a pivotal role, contributing to over 15 million acre-feet of groundwater pumping, constituting 90 percent of California’s total extractions. Extraction rates were particularly high…
USDA Organic Transition Program Celebrates First Year
…who specializes in agriculture. She primarily reports on legislative issues and hosts The AgNet News Hour and The AgNet Weekly podcast. Sabrina is a native of California’s agriculture-rich Central Valley….
Generic Vs. Brand Names in Groceries
…with a sizable price discount on generic or store brand names. In contrast, most survey respondents said they weren’t willing to pay a premium for brand-name meat, fruits, or vegetables….
Economists Discuss Additional Revenue Streams in Agriculture
…Corn Growers Association (NCGA) Lead Economist, Krista Swanson said a new type of aviation fuel is one stream. Krista Swanson NCGA Lead Economist “Our market development action team recently had…
Deadline Extended for Multiple Assistance Programs
…additional opportunity to apply for assistance. Emergency Conservation Program (ECP) applications from California producers will be accepted through December 29. The program is available for those who need assistance related…
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 10-16-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers citrus thrips taking a toll on California production, examples of successful implementation of…
Tulare Supplants Kern as Most Productive Ag County
…of more than $2.6 billion. While fruit and nut crops dropped in overall value to $4.1 billion, vegetable crops increased by just over 29 percent to more than $26.6 million….
Food Price Inflation Easing Down
…actually went down for several food categories. Fish and seafood, fats and oil such as butter, fresh vegetables, cereal and bakery products. Gary Crawford reporting for the US Department of…
AgNet Weekly: Tomato Suspension Agreement Pt 2
…Florida Tomato Exchange, on why the organization wants the agreement terminated and what it could mean for growers. Last week we heard from Lance Jungmeyer, President of the Fresh Produce…