…Valley Pride Ag Company and one of the top global exporters of California almonds and walnuts, offered insights into the state of the industry—and shared an optimistic message for growers….
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-29-25
…open more doors for farmers across the country. But the real meat of today’s show comes from an extended interview with Sonny Toor of Valley Pride Ag Company. Toor shares…
Tariffs Threaten North American Produce Trade
…than $1.7 billion in produce to Mexico. These figures demonstrate the mutually beneficial nature of cross-border produce trade—and the potential consequences of ongoing disputes. Tariffs on Perishables Cause Immediate Harm…
John Duarte on Water, Immigration, and Fixing California
…pathways for legal farm labor while securing the border and streamlining guest worker programs. “We want a real border. We want legal guest workers. We want pathways to citizenship for…
Tomato Trade Shift Pressures U.S. Processors
…ultimately impact the business.” Increased export competition could disrupt pricing, availability, and market access across the sector—even for companies not directly engaged in international trade. Post-COVID Market Volatility Green also…
2025 California Almond Crop Forecast Hits 3 Billion Pounds
…pounds. 2025 California Almond Crop Forecast Hits 3 Billion Pounds This positive outlook was sponsored by the Almond Board of California, which continues to work closely with growers and global…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 07-24-25
…the Philippines. These deals represent billions in economic opportunity for U.S. agriculture and could set the stage for broader global trade shifts. Plus, growers won’t want to miss expert advice…
Rubber Tires Revolutionized American Tractors
…engines rolled on steel lug wheels—a technological advancement for their time, but far from perfect. These rigid wheels caused extreme vibrations, often shook bolts loose, and carved deep holes into…
Battling Mites in Tree Fruit: Summer Strategies with Todd Burkdoll
…how Zeal® MVP Miticide works to sterilize, disrupt, and stop mites in their tracks before they multiply out of control. This episode is a must-listen for any grower heading into…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 07-23-25
…billion pounds, 300 million more than previously expected. Nick Foglio of Foglio Commodities joined the show for an emergency interview, breaking down how this unexpected number triggered a 50-cent drop…
New Tax Provision Eases Capital Gains Burden for Farmers
…Section 1062 One of the key components of the bill is the addition of Code Section 1062 to the Internal Revenue Code. This provision allows farmers to spread capital gains…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-22-25
…compelling conversations, headlined by a deep dive into immigration reform and its implications for agriculture. The show spotlighted the newly introduced Dignity Act of 2025, a bipartisan bill aimed at…
American Agri-Women Advocate for Agriculture on Capitol Hill
…America’s agricultural community. American Agri-Women Advocate for Agriculture on Capitol Hill Founded as a non-profit, all-volunteer organization, AAW has played a central role in amplifying the voices of women in…
Homegrown Organic: Stephen Paul on Fruit, Figs, Farming Future
…and Global Partnerships While much of Homegrown’s business is domestic, the company works closely with growers in Mexico, Chile, Peru, and the South Pacific. Paul addressed the challenges and opportunities…