…labeling regulations. The coalition of ag groups which includes the American Farm Bureau Federation, California Citrus Mutual, and Western Growers warn of significant repercussions if the case is not heard. …
Beef Export Values Continue Climbing with Strong Global Demand
…Chilled meat shipments to Asian markets face particularly difficult complications. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For…
Actions Taken to Address Detention and Demurrage Fees
…from being imposed by intermodal marine equipment providers. The bill, AB 2406, is being supported by groups including the Western Agricultural Processors Association (WAPA), California Citrus Mutual, and the Specialty…
Bee Sweet Citrus Adding New Mandarin Facility
Bee Sweet Citrus is expanding its packinghouse to include a state-of-the-art mandarin facility adjacent to California Highway 99 in Fowler. Photo courtesy of Bee Sweet Citrus Construction for the company’s…
Review of the 2020–21 California Citrus Season
California Citrus Mutual (CCM) released its 2020–21 Final California Citrus Season Perspective report, which included the following summary conclusion: For the majority of the season, the fruit quality was excellent….
Ocean Shipping Reform Act Continues Getting Closer to President’s Desk
…in March. The letter was co-signed by nearly 40 organizations including the California Fresh Fruit Association, Western Growers, and California Citrus Mutual. Altogether, the bill has been endorsed by more…
Carrier Consolidation A Factor in Exorbitant Shipping Costs
…to be really fast to give up the record profits that they’re now making.” The supply and demand imbalance between the U.S. and Asian markets has also been a substantial…
Week in Review: Forecasting Fertilizer Prices & Momentum Grows for Right to Repair
Fertilizer prices have been on an upward trend over the past year and the Russia-Ukraine conflict has further complicated the global market. California Citrus Mutual President and CEO Casey Creamer…
Ensuring Grower Safety is Considered in Pesticide Notification Pilot Projects
California Citrus Mutual (CCM) has indicated the group will be stay involved as the pilot projects for a statewide pesticide notification system continue taking shape. Two of the four counties…
Product Selection Guide: Choosing the Most Effective Tool to Control Fire Ants
…Extinguish® Professional Fire Ant Bait can be applied anywhere, on any type of land where crops are grown Approved for citrus groves, almond groves, pastures, fruit and nut tree groves Approved for…
Plants and Fruit Trees at Risk of a Spotted Lanternfly Infestation
…Photo by itchydogimages via a notice from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency Pinterest image The Spotted Lanternfly is an Asian native first spotted in the United States almost a decade…
Ways to Add Unbeatable Texture to Your Garden
Several ways to add unbeatable texture to your garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Feather Reed Grass Pinterest image Wispy ornamental grasses are versatile plants in any…
VofV: Lemons and Oranges and Limes, Oh My!
…out more at WGA.com. How do you bridge the gap between government, consumers and farmers? Casey Creamer, a cotton expert who has now jumped to advocate on behalf of citrus…
The California Kitchen: 7 Ingredient Fingerling Potatoes
7 Ingredient Fingerling Potatoes In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare 7 Ingredient Fingerling Potatoes with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 2…