…in 2022. Soybeans and corn were among the most in-demand commodities, with global buyers capitalizing on reduced costs. The lower prices allowed key trade partners, including Canada, China, and Mexico,…
37th annual California Small Farm Conference Coming Up
…with a theme honoring the relationship between farmers, communities, and the land they steward. 37th annual California Small Farm Conference Coming Up 2024 CA Small Farm Conference Brought to you…
Valent Midwinter Strategies for Managing Pests and Weeds in Orchards
…help maintain healthy perennial crops during winter dormancy. According to Burkdoll, scale insects such as San Jose scale are a common problem in orchards. He says these pests can damage…
Widespread Workforce Disruptions Not Observed
Immigrant (migrant) seasonal farm (field) workers work a field and pick and package strawberries in Lake Forest, California. Credit: mikeledray / Shutterstock.com Despite reports of unease among farm workers in…
Fertilizer Tariff Concerns Loom as Spring Planting Approaches
…Josh Linville, a fertilizer market analyst, highlighted that supply chains are already tight, and the timing of the tariff decision complicates the situation. “Unfortunately, the timing of this could not…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 02-04-25
…Trump on Canada, Mexico (now delayed until March), and China, and their potential impact on the agricultural sector. Featuring expert analysis from Fertilizer Market expert Josh Linville of StoneX, and…
Project Apis m Promotes Cover Crops for Pollinator Health
…streamlined and user-friendly. Growers can apply online, where consultations help select the most appropriate seed mix for their goals. LeDuc emphasized that the program is easy to join, requiring minimal…
California Avocado Harvest for 2025
…friendly California sunshine…where avocados flourish. It’s crafted with care by dedicated local farmers who work hard to ensure every California Avocado season is worth the wait. Committed to responsible, sustainable…
Firestone Making Farm Tires Last Longer
…and our tire engineering expertise, and we really combine those to advance our innovative tire solutions. So we have in house computer experts that virtually design models of the tires…
Census of Horticulture Being Conducted by USDA
…complementing the 2022 Census of Agriculture. The deadline for responses is February 14, with results expected on December 16, 2024, available on the USDA’s website. Click here to complete your…
Almond Update: Coach Prime Representing California Almonds at Super Bowl Radio Row
…has gotten just more and more comfortable. You can tell almonds are now a part of his life.” You can learn more at https://www.almonds.com/own-your-prime. Almond Update: Coach Prime Representing California…
San Joaquin Valley Olive Oil Competition Now Accepting Entries
DepositPhotos image The 10th annual San Joaquin Valley olive oil competition is now accepting entries from California commercial producers for both extra virgin and flavored olive oils, made from their…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 01-29-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. In this episode of the AgNet News Hour, hosts Sabrina Halvorson and Lorrie Boyer discuss President Trump’s recent order to…
Agronomic Minute: Fungicide Resistance in Almonds
…in Northern California, emphasize the importance of rotation and responsible stewardship to combat resistance. California almond growers continue to face increasing challenges with fungicide resistance, a persistent issue affecting the…