…toward the event. Those interested in sponsorship or getting involved can contact Vickie Goudreau at vickiegoudreau@gmail.com or visit thewholevine.com. Goudreau also encouraged supporters to follow the festival on Facebook and…
Dave Puglia on California Ag, Water, Labor and Automation
…with Mexico and Canada remain particularly complicated for California agriculture. Puglia explained that Mexico is both a competitor and a major export market, while Canada is California fresh produce’s largest…
California Walnuts Face Global Challenges and New Opportunities
…said California has a major advantage over competitors: quality. California walnuts are known for flavor, color and shelf life, but producers face substantially higher costs than competitors such as China….
Dave Puglia Breaks Down California Agriculture’s Biggest Challenges
…topic. Puglia explained the complicated relationship California growers have with Mexico and Canada, noting that both countries are critical export markets while imports can also compete directly with California crops….
Michael Gates Talks California Agriculture and Public Safety
…he is from Southern California, Gates said his previous work as a private attorney representing trucking companies brought him to the region frequently. “I love the Central Valley,” Gates said,…
Van Groningen: California’s Pumpkin King Talks Farming, Family and the Future
…and Bryan Van Groningen for the complete conversation. For pumpkins, watermelons, fall décor, school programs, fundraisers and product information, visit vgandsons.com. Van Groningen & Sons lists info@vgandsons.com as its general…
Global Cherry Production Set for Record as U.S. Crop Declines
Picked, red, ripe cherry fruits in a wooden box, on a plantation Image by caocao1211967.gmail.com/DepositPhotos Global cherry production is forecast to reach a record 5.44 million metric tons this season,…
Specialty Crop Leaders Push for Trade, Food Safety and Farm Bill Changes
…several major issues facing specialty crop producers across the country. Trade remains near the top of that list. Puglia said Western Growers supports extending the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement, but wants changes…
RanchBot Brings Real-Time Water Monitoring to Agriculture
…also emphasized that satellite information can be combined with land-based sensors and other technologies to provide a more complete picture of water availability and use. Water Challenges Stretch Across the…
Diesel Prices Rise as Harvest Season Begins
…adding to the strain on agricultural operations. Patrick De Haan, senior petroleum analyst for GasBuddy.com, says the current diesel market is being driven by factors beyond traditional supply and demand…
Propane Offers California Farmers an Alternative as Energy Costs Rise
…is produced domestically, with some additional supply coming from Canada for logistical reasons. Newland said propane production is increasing and that wholesale propane prices had remained relatively stable since he…
John Duarte: Water, Crops and California Ag Future
…saying long-term trials have shown strong production results compared with UCV1 seedling material. Almond production is also coming in below expectations in many areas, according to Duarte. He discussed the…
John Duarte Discusses California Ag, Water and Energy
…Duarte and Michael Newland on your favorite podcast app or visit AgNetWest.com for the complete interviews. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sponsored Content Parka Helps California Citrus Growers…
MCOOL Debate Continues as Congress Considers Country-of-Origin Labeling
…permanently reinstate mandatory country-of-origin labeling, commonly known as MCOOL. MCOOL Review Could Lead to Legislative Action Under the executive order, USDA, in consultation with the U.S. Trade Representative, has 90…