Allied Grape Growers President Sees Signs of Long-Term Correction Amid Struggles In a recent interview, Jeff Bitter, President of the Allied Grape Growers Association, discussed the tough realities facing California’s…
Advocating for Growers and Farmworkers in California Ag
…about how the organization is helping California growers navigate a complicated labor and regulatory landscape. Manuel Cunha Advocates for Growers Through Nisei Farmers League Support Programs “The immigration labor issue…
Jeff Bitter Warns: Wine Grape Growers Face Tough Road Ahead
Allied Grape Growers President Speaks Candidly on Wine Sales, Tariffs, and Industry Struggles At the 49th Annual Allied Grape Growers Luncheon in Fresno, California, Jeff Bitter, President of the Allied…
Morada Produce Reports Cherry Shortage
…market is our foundation and vital to our success year in and year out.” California’s Narrow Window and Retail Pressure California cherries hit the market between mid-April and mid-June, a…
Wine Grape Market Struggles: Jeff Bitter Shares Tough Outlook
…delivered a sobering message to wine grape growers across California. The wine grape industry, already under strain for the past few years, continues to face major challenges—including declining wine consumption,…
Fixing Farm Labor: Manuel Cunha Calls for Urgent Immigration Reform
…are shaping California’s agriculture workforce. Listen to the full interview with Manuel Cunha. Also explore more interviews with others “Top in the agriculture field in California” at AgNetWest.com. Nick Papagni,…
California Farmland at Risk from Solar Bill
…already threatening agricultural viability. “Water is the lifeblood of California agriculture,” Papagni emphasized. This year, California’s snowpack was an astounding 232% above average, yet farmers remain skeptical about long-term water…
California Eggplant Harvest Begins with Strong Quality Reports
Eggplant production is now underway in California’s Central Valley, with growers noting encouraging early results. The first harvests are producing a strong showing of number-one quality eggplant, particularly in the…
CARB to Develop Biomass Incentives in 2029 Climate Strategy
California Advances Climate Goals with Biomass Incentive Mandate The California Air Resources Board (CARB) will soon be tasked with developing incentives for biomass-based products as part of the state’s long-term…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-27-25
…threat of deportation for long-time community members who have worked in California’s fields for decades. As harvest season hits full swing with tree fruit, grapes, garlic, and almonds, farmers are…
Cunha on Immigration, Labor, Regulatory Reform
…issues impacting California’s agricultural landscape. From immigration reform to labor enforcement, Cunha offers practical insight from the front lines of advocacy. Cunha on Immigration, Labor, Regulatory Reform 1. Overview of…
California Moves Toward Tighter 1,3-D Pesticide Regulations
California regulators are advancing new rules aimed at protecting farmworkers from exposure to 1,3-Dichloropropene (1,3-D), a commonly used pesticide linked to cancer risks. The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR),…
Prop 12 Sparks Pricing Concerns for Pork Producers and Consumers
California’s Proposition 12 (Prop 12) continues to raise concerns across the pork industry as new animal welfare regulations impact pricing and operations. Prop 12 Sparks Pricing Concerns for Pork Producers…
Almond Board Advances China Trade Talks
…the June edition of the Almond Bites podcast at almonds.com. Lorrie Boyer with AgNet West reporting. Almond Board Advances China Trade Talks Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1,…