…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…
California Citrus Outlook 2026: Growth, Challenges & Opportunity
…confidence. Careful field management and quality control have helped maintain a strong crop, even as weather patterns created larger, more delicate fruit. Why Citrus Still Dominates the Produce Aisle Citrus…
California Citrus Outlook Strong Despite Weather Challenges and Rising Costs
The AgNet News Hour featured a detailed conversation with Kings River Packing Vice President of Sales Jesse Silva, offering insight into California’s citrus industry as growers navigate weather variability, market…
From Southeast Asia to U.S. Groves: The Journey of Citrus
…agriculture. The Mysterious Origins of Citrus The exact origin of citrus fruits cannot be pinpointed with complete certainty. However, researchers widely believe that citrus first appeared in Southeast Asia as…
From San Francisco to the Farm with Jacie and Zac
In this episode of Voices of the Valley, we sit down with Jacie Johnston and Zac Green of Johnston Farms and WN Citrus, a fourth-generation family operation nestled at the…
Todd Burkdoll Highlights Tools for Ants, Plant Bugs, and Weed Control
…quality. Todd Burkdoll, Field Market Development Manager with Valent U.S.A., recently discussed several key solutions for managing ants, leaffooted bugs, and grassy weeds. One concern in tree nut and citrus…
Dave Roberts Says California Farmers Are Being Squeezed From Every Direction
…welcomed Dave Roberts of R7 Enterprises, a diversified grower in Woodlake farming cherries, citrus, lemons, pomegranates, Asian pears, avocados, and more. His message was clear: California farmers are doing everything…
R7 Enterprises: Dave Roberts on Water, Lemons & California’s Farming Future
…into a highly diversified farming business stretching across California and into Arizona. Today, Roberts grows cherries, citrus, lemons, mandarins, Asian pears, pomegranates, and is expanding into pistachios in Arizona. He’s…
Learning, Networking, and a Change of Scenery: Why California Growers May Want to Head to Fort Myers in 2026
…Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo, scheduled for August 12–13 in Fort Myers, Florida, is designed to do exactly that — combining high-value education and networking with a setting that makes…