…reduction in volume, including: Excessive heat during late July and early August impacting cell division in cherry trees. Poor pollination due to inclement weather during bloom. Tree fatigue after two…
Fixing Farm Labor: Manuel Cunha Calls for Urgent Immigration Reform
…and harmful to essential sectors of the U.S. economy. As harvest season intensifies, Cunha’s message is clear: the time for immigration reform is now. Stay informed on how immigration policies…
California Farmland at Risk from Solar Bill
…Italy’s decision to halt solar development on farmland until its impact on food quality is better understood. Additionally, there are environmental concerns about the inability to recycle solar panels once…
CARB to Develop Biomass Incentives in 2029 Climate Strategy
…climate action strategy. These incentives will be formally outlined in CARB’s next scoping plan, the comprehensive policy document updated every five years to guide greenhouse gas reduction efforts across California….
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-27-25
…citizen concerned with the future of food production in California. Catch the full interview and analysis at AgNetWest.com, or subscribe to the AgNet West podcast on your favorite platform. The…
California Moves Toward Tighter 1,3-D Pesticide Regulations
…must assess the latest data and methodologies to ensure worker safety, and if needed, recommend further mitigation measures in consultation with OEHHA. Public comments during the review period revealed inconsistencies…
Almond Board Advances China Trade Talks
…addressed California’s upcoming participation in the China International Import Expo, as well as optimism around renewed high-level discussions between U.S. and Chinese leadership. Learn more about ABC’s global efforts in…
Joel Allen on Westside Farming, Family Legacy, and Football Fame
…and cantaloupes. With 3,000 acres under management—half with irrigation rights—he’s seen the highs and lows of California farming, especially when it comes to water. “We used to grow rice and…
Northwest Cherry Season Begins with Strong 2025 Crop Forecast
…the country. Growers in the region are projecting a robust crop of at least 22 million 20-pound boxes—a 13% increase over last year’s volume. This uptick in production is attributed…
Netting Mandarins: A Citrus Shift at Kings River
Kings River Packing’s Jesse Silva Talks Innovation, Cost, and Consumer Demand In an interview with AgNet West, Jesse Silva of Kings River Packing discussed the increasing use of netting in…
Call to Prioritize California Farming Amid Environmental Controversy
…said. “Farming in California needs to become a priority — before it’s too late.” Nick Papagni concluded the segment by highlighting the imbalance between environmental wins and farming losses, suggesting…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-23-25
…what that means for grocers, restaurants, and backyard BBQ fans alike. And speaking of BBQ—today is unofficially “Meat Monday.” Hill dives into the great brisket vs. tri-tip debate, praising brisket’s…
California’s Beef Industry Faces Historic Supply Shortage
…2025 in a severely compromised position. “The beef supply has been extremely compromised,” Hill explained. “It’s been compromised for a couple years, but it’s really starting to show its true…
California’s Meat Industry Faces Historic Supply Crunch
…of supply issues, California’s regulatory environment adds further strain. Hill weighed in on Proposition 12, which set new standards for pork production. “I don’t think voters understood the full impact,”…