…Mark Wood, owner of Wildwood Express, to uncover the mounting pressures facing California’s trucking sector. Wood, who operates a fleet of 60 trucks across California and Arizona, shares a candid…
California Dairy in the Spotlight: Generations of Dedication and a Future of Uncertainty
…rising operational costs. Despite these burdens, Bakker remains hopeful, expressing optimism about the future of the industry and calling for smarter policy, more education, and greater public understanding of where…
Agricultural Trade Deal Cuts Tariffs, Boosts Nut Exports
…Cuts Tariffs, Boosts Nut Exports This significant policy change comes as agricultural trade between the two markets remains robust. In 2024, the U.S. imported $213 billion worth of agricultural goods,…
California Almonds & Walnuts: Sonny Toor on Markets, Tariffs, Grower Strategy
…But if the U.S. gets support from other countries, the EU may back down,” he explained. Key export destinations for Valley Pride include China, Vietnam, India, Turkey, Morocco, and Canada….
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-29-25
…heat, minus the triple-digit temperatures, thanks to powerful trade news and a deep-dive into California’s almond and walnut outlook. From record-setting tariffs to shifting global markets, today’s episode is a…
Tariffs Threaten North American Produce Trade
Industry Leaders Urge U.S., Mexico, and Canada to Act A coalition of North American produce organizations is calling on the leaders of the United States, Mexico, and Canada to resolve…
2025 California Almond Crop Forecast Hits 3 Billion Pounds
…strong,” Turner noted. “We are focused on innovation, expanding almond applications, reaching consumers through new channels, and opening markets around the world.” Improved Growing Conditions Support Larger Yield Despite facing…
U.S. Spirits Sales Plunge Amid Canada Trade Dispute
…Trump’s tariff policy, resulted in economic ripple effects far beyond the intended target. Retailers, domestic producers, and importers across Canada all experienced sharp declines in sales. What began as a…
Battling Mites in Tree Fruit: Summer Strategies with Todd Burkdoll
As summer temperatures continue to rise, so do the threats to tree fruit crops. In this episode of The Growing Edge, Valent U.S.A.’s Todd Burkdoll shares urgent insights for growers…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 07-23-25
Almond Market Jitters, Fire Impacts, and Water Innovation Take Center Stage on AgNet News Hour On today’s AgNet News Hour, Nick Papagni and Josh McGill dive deep into some of…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 07-21-25
…industry and its growing season. Joining the program is Ian LeMay, President and CEO of the California Table Grape Commission, who shares an in-depth update on this year’s crop. Following…
Wade Kirschenman on Grapes, Potatoes & Policy
…Wade Kirschenman Kirschenman Enterprises “We’ve got probably 12 different crops that we’re growing right now,” said Wade. That includes red, white, and yellow potatoes, table grapes, watermelons, carrots, cannery tomatoes,…
California Table Grape Season Off to a Strong Start
…Table Grape Commission, growers are optimistic about 2025. In a recent interview with Nick Papagni on “The Ag Meter,” LeMay shared insights into crop conditions, export dynamics, and pressing labor…
Coastal Grandmother Talks Ag and Online Influence
…From heirloom tomatoes to stone fruit, her seasonal recipes highlight local commodities. “Where we live, we’re in a hub of the best produce,” she said. Recipes like Caprese salad, peach…