…the event is open at freshproduce.com. Lorrie Boyer has the report. IFPA Hosting an Event in Guadalajara, Mexico Sponsored Content Purina Podcast: Managing for Success from One Life Phase to…
The Growing Edge: Wet Weather Impact on Central Valley Crops
Copyright: azazel / 123RF Stock Photo Todd Burkdoll, a field market development specialist with Valent USA, discusses the impact of recent and expected wet weather on Central Valley crops, particularly…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 03-19-25
…programs non-essential, noting they were post-COVID initiatives. The hosts debated the administration’s focus on cutting government spending and potential corruption. They also highlighted the introduction of a new commodities program…
US Tariffs Facing International Backlash
DepositPhotos image Canada and the European Union are implementing a ‘dollar-for-dollar’ approach, placing 25 per cent tariffs on US imports. These counter-measures immediately followed tariffs leveled against all foreign steel…
Courts Order Reinstatement of Workers Fired Under Trump Administration
…Agency, the Small Business Administration, and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, must offer reinstatement to affected employees. The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued a statement confirming its compliance, saying, “The…
USDA Expediting Direct Economic Assistance to Agricultural Producers
…eligible commodities nationwide. ECAP applications can be submitted to FSA in-person, electronically using Box and One-Span, by fax or by applying online at fsa.usda.gov/ecap utilizing a secure login.gov account. If not already on…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 03-17-25
…90s to over $50 billion today. The Ag Net News Hour discussed a federal judge’s order to rehire thousands of probationary workers fired by the Trump administration, criticizing the administration’s…
Scholarship Offers Opportunity for Vineyard and Winery Workers’ Families
…children of California’s vineyard and winery workers, helping them pursue higher education at trade schools, community colleges, and universities. The program is available to high school seniors or recent graduates…
Almond Update: Almond Growers Need to Report Damage
(CHICO, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 20) An atmospheric river extreme weather event causes the Sacramento River to flood nearby farmland in Chico, California. DepositPhotos image https://www.almonds.com/tools-and-resources/grower-tools With recent storms hitting during…
Rollins Supports President Trump’s Border Security and Mass Deportation Policies
Immigration Officers and National Guard Conduct Operation on the ‘La Bestia’ Train to Prevent Migrants from Traveling Aboard DepositPhotos image USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins supports President Trump’s border security and…
Hass Avocado Board Opens 2025 Nominations
…November 18, 2025 – New board members seated at the HAB meeting For a complete election timeline and further details, visit HassAvocadoBoard.com/nominations. About the Hass Avocado Board The Hass Avocado Board…
Agronomic Minute: Almond Growers Advised to Stay Vigilant Against Alternaria This Summer
…have a history of Alternaria in their orchards, they should take preventive measures even before symptoms appear.” Fungicides have traditionally been a key tool in combating Alternaria, but resistance to…
Deadline Extended for 2024 Census of Horticultural Specialties
…food crops. Growers are encouraged to complete the survey as soon as possible—either online at agcounts.usda.gov or by mail. The online questionnaire is designed to be user-friendly, accessible on most…
Agronomic Minute: Managing Shot Hole and Scab in Almond Orchards This Season
…timely fungicide applications to maintain orchard health. For additional information, growers can reach out to regional sales representatives or visit UPL’s website at uplcorp.com/us. By staying proactive and following recommended…