…be ready for both good and bad years, setting aside reserves for leaner times. He encourages consumers to support dairies by buying milk, cheese, pizza, and other dairy products, highlighting…
Madera County Water Challenges Explained by Matt Angell
…in Water Management Matt Angell, a Madera County farmer and owner of a pump company, brings decades of experience at the intersection of agriculture, technology, and water management. In his…
Spotlight on California FFA: Empowering the Next Generation of Agricultural Leaders
…the passion of California’s FFA leaders comes through loud and clear. Whether it’s preparing students for careers in farming, agribusiness, ag law, or public service, this organization is growing much…
Gut Health for Baby Calves: Why Prebiotics and Probiotics Matter More Than Ever
…calves can come from many sources: heat or cold, transportation, vaccinations, dehorning, and exposure to pathogens. All of these can activate the immune system, which pulls energy away from growth…
Innovation and Ingenuity in the Desert: Yuma, Arizona’s Role in Feeding America
…salt levels, a multi-decade drought, and shifting political tides around water law may disrupt this balance. The episode also touches on broader trade tensions, such as escalating tariffs with Canada,…
Trucking in Crisis: Mark Wood Sounds the Alarm on California Freight
…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
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