…growth, ensuring that U.S. almonds remain a staple in Turkey, Morocco, and beyond. For more information, go to almonds.com Almond Update: ABC Making Significant Strides in Boosting Almond Exports Sponsored…
California Table Grape Commission CEO Discusses Tariffs-Exports
Ian LaMay California Table Grape Commission Nick Papagni, “the Ag Meter” talked with Ian LeMay, the President and CEO of the California Table Grape Commission. California table grapes have been…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 05-20-25
…Paul, category director at Homegrown Organic Farms. Stephen shares the company’s incredible evolution—from a small stone fruit operation to a robust, employee-owned enterprise managing 16 commodities across multiple states. Listeners…
Event Dates Coming Up for Almonds, Organic Summit, Strawberries
…at the Modesto Center, Plaza in Modesto. Registration is free and there are continuing education hours available. The production research is tailored for growers, PCA, CCA and offers for comprehensive…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 05-19-25
…water storage, and ensure future water supply for farming, according to Newsom. The discussion stresses the Governor’s urgency of streamlining permitting, securing funding, and preventing litigation delays. Some questioned Newsom’s…
Cattle Market Currently Navigating Uncharted Territory
Cattle pens Robin Drayton, via Wikimedia Commons The cattle market is currently navigating uncharted territory, with record-breaking prices and unprecedented numbers. Market analyst Matt Bennett of AgMarket.net explains the factors…
Fig Crop Shaping Up to be Promising
…successfully. According to figs.com, California Fig growers work hard tending to the trees, harvesting the fruits, and drying figs. But fig production is a year-round process that requires soil preparation,…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 05-12-25
…and Lorrie highlighted the Federal Reserve’s decision to leave interest rates unchanged, with Chairman Powell monitoring unemployment and inflation. They noted ongoing trade negotiations with the UK, Canada, Mexico, Japan,…
Almond Update: Role in Culinary World Extends Beyond ‘Snacking’
…future, stating that almond pricing is expected to improve compared to the last three years. With supply now limited, this scarcity will play a role in sustaining shipment levels. Additionally,…
The Growing Edge: Double-Edged Sword of Central Coast Weather
…nurture wine grapes and leafy greens, they also create the perfect storm for diseases like downy mildew, powdery mildew, and bunch rot. Examples of downy and powdery mildew on a…
AgNet News Hour Tueday, 05-06-25
…India, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan, and potential tariff reductions with China. Canada’s new prime minister, Mark Carney, is expected to meet with President Trump to discuss trade and tariffs….
Lawfare Portal for Farmers and Ranchers Launched
A USDA portal has been launched to record farmer claims related to unfair and politically motivated lawfare originating under the Biden administration. USDA Secretary of Agriculture, Brooke Rollins, announced the…
California Orange Crop Update
Ripe oranges in plastic crate on market counter. Citrus fruit By serezniy/DepositPhotos image As for California Navel oranges, the supply, supply is extremely low. Growers expect the limited supplies to…
American Agriculture History Minute: First Mail Order Tractor Parts Business Begins
…store founded in 1939. We know it today as Tractor Supply Company. And, in January of 1959, Tractor Supply Company became publicly traded on the over-the-counter market and reached $10…