…calves experience stress,” says Dr. Soderstrom. “Their immune systems are naïve, and without support, they spend valuable energy fighting off illness instead of growing.” This is why more producers are…
Trucking in Crisis: Mark Wood Sounds the Alarm on California Freight
…of what it takes to stay afloat in California’s regulatory environment. His message is clear: let us do business. He stresses the importance of common sense leadership and the need…
California Dairy in the Spotlight: Generations of Dedication and a Future of Uncertainty
…the show transitioned to industry updates from the Almond Board of California. Encouraging news included tariff reductions in Pakistan, reduced inspections for EU-bound shipments, and insights into pest control and…
Agricultural Trade Deal Cuts Tariffs, Boosts Nut Exports
…Union, and the new zero-tariff arrangement is expected to further boost competitiveness and export volumes in this category. In contrast, while the EU is traditionally a net importer of fresh…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-29-25
…must-listen for anyone with a stake in American agriculture. One of the biggest stories this week is Australia reopening its market to U.S. beef. After a 20-year ban due to…
USDA Relocates Workforce to Regional Hubs in Major Reorganization
…employees at its Washington, D.C. headquarters. This marks a dramatic shift in the agency’s structure and could have long-term implications for how agricultural policy is administered and developed at the…
Los Gatos Tomato: Innovation, Labor & Water in Focus
…seed genetics The shift from furrow to drip irrigation Precision ag techniques that reduce resource use “Farming gets smarter. We have labor issues? We bring in more machinery. Water issues?…
Texas Revives Screwworm Fight with New Swormlure-5 Bait
…and will be deployed in targeted regions of Texas. “Right now the single method that everybody’s focused on is more flies. We need 600 million flies a week. Right now…
2025 California Almond Crop Forecast Hits 3 Billion Pounds
…California, who emphasized that the organization is actively implementing strategies to boost demand across international markets. “While this year’s objective measurement estimate is higher than the industry expected, shipments remain…
Battling Mites in Tree Fruit: Summer Strategies with Todd Burkdoll
…the heat of the season. The Growing Edge is brought to you by Valent U.S.A., makers of Zeal® MVP Miticide. Learn more at valent.com/zeal. Battling Mites in Tree Fruit: Summer…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 07-23-25
…facility for packaging materials. On a more hopeful note, former Westlands Water District director Kevin Assemi joined the program to share innovative ideas for solving California’s ongoing water woes. Assemi,…
Nick Foglio on Hay Markets, Water Scarcity, and the Future of California Ag
…feed ration, placing further price pressure on alfalfa. Imported Hay and Long-Term Industry Shifts With local quality dropping, out-of-state imports from Oregon, Utah, and Idaho are growing in importance. Foglio…
Coastal Grandmother Talks Ag and Online Influence
…cobblers, and even Tequila cocktails are featured in her content. “I already do Tequila recipes,” she laughed. “I love a Margarita.” Advice for Ag Influencers and Interns For those looking…
Flush Irrigation Systems to Prevent Failures
Importance of Irrigation Systems Maintenance in Agriculture When it comes to irrigation efficiency and soil health, regular maintenance of irrigation systems is essential—especially flushing. According to Cory Broad, Agronomic Sales…