…Nectarines Plums Apricots Apriums Plumcots Blueberries Almonds Pistachios Citrus Cherries Specialty apples Mangoes One of Family Tree Farms’ unique offerings is the Sugarburst apple, a hot-weather variety grown in California’s…
Family Tree Farms Navigates Early Season, Market Shifts, and Water Challenges
…the company has expanded significantly over the years to include blueberries, almonds, pistachios, citrus, cherries, and specialty apple varieties. The operation now markets fruit throughout the United States and internationally….
Managing Lepidopteran Pests Deep Dive – Part 1
…damaging stage is the larval stage—commonly referred to as worms or caterpillars. These pests feed aggressively on crops ranging from tree nuts and vegetables to berries, grapes, and citrus. Internal…
San Diego Agriculture Faces Rising Costs, Labor Challenges, and Water Concerns
…production from the Asian citrus psyllid and Huanglongbing disease, while also noting increasing challenges from invasive pests and plant diseases impacting ornamental crops and strawberries. Despite these challenges, San Diego…
San Diego Agriculture at a Crossroads: Dana Groot on Water, Regulation, Labor, and California’s Farming Future
…San Diego County growers continue battling serious pest and disease threats, including the Asian citrus psyllid and Huanglongbing (HLB), also known as citrus greening disease. The disease has devastated citrus…
USDA Officials Highlight Water, Rural Development, and Specialty Crop Support in California
…Farm Bureau President Dana Groot, who highlighted the unique agricultural landscape of Southern California. While many consumers associate San Diego County with avocados and citrus, Groot explained that the region…
USDA Specialty Crop Assistance, Water Policy, and California Agriculture in Focus
…and grapes to potatoes, citrus, and vegetables. One of the major announcements from the visit was the launch of the Assistance for Specialty Crop Farmers (ASCF) program. The initiative will…
USDA Announces $1.7 Billion Relief Package for Specialty Crop Farmers During California Visit
…farmers—including potatoes, tree nuts, dairy products, citrus, and livestock—should play a larger role in national health policy discussions. Congressman Valadao Highlights Central Valley Agriculture Congressman Valadao praised the diversity of…
Organic Growers Face Growing Insect Pressure Across Specialty Crops
…warming temperatures and limited tools are increasing pressure across crops ranging from berries and vegetables to citrus, grapes, and tree nuts. Walston explained that many organic insect control products have…
How Citrus Fruits Spread Across the World and Reached America
…Bring Citrus to the Americas One of the most important moments in citrus history came during the Age of Exploration. Spanish explorers introduced citrus fruits to the Americas as they…
California Farming at a Crossroads: Stephen Paul Sounds the Alarm on Water, Labor & the Future of Organic Agriculture
…every aspect of agriculture — from farming operations and accounting to marketing and logistics. Today, he oversees 16 commodities for Homegrown Organic Farms, including stone fruit, blueberries, figs, citrus, and…
Pest Pressure Builds Across California Specialty Crops – Part 2
…scouting, timing, and using integrated pest management tools effectively. Citrus Pest Pressure Citrus growers should watch for cutworms, katydids, spider mites, and mealybugs. Katydids can cause cosmetic fruit damage, while…
California Ag at a Crossroads: Policy, Pressure, and Opportunity
…the Golden State. Representing the Backbone of California Agriculture Agricultural Council of California, founded in 1919, represents farmer-owned businesses spanning dairy, almonds, citrus, dried fruits, and nursery production. Its members…
California Governor Race and Trade Policy Highlight Challenges and Opportunities for Agriculture
…producers—including citrus growers—build relationships and expand into new markets. These efforts are aimed at turning access into long-term market share for U.S. products. At the same time, improvements are being…