Ian Lemay, President and CEO of the California Table Grape Commission says Coachella Valley started the 2025 season last week packing of the California table grapes through Riverside County, and…
May Means Strawberries – But Are Your Fields Ready?
On this episode of The Growing Edge, Todd Burkdoll returns to share urgent insights for Central Coast growers. From battling powdery mildew in strawberries and wine grapes to early intervention…
California Table Grape Commission CEO Discusses Tariffs-Exports
Ian LaMay California Table Grape Commission Nick Papagni, “the Ag Meter” talked with Ian LeMay, the President and CEO of the California Table Grape Commission. California table grapes have been…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 05-20-25
…updates from the California Almond Board and their expanding global presence, plus marketing insights on cherries and table grapes from industry veteran Ian LeMay, president of the Table Grape Commission….
California Wine Industry Hurting
…same price 15 years ago but Vino Farms says growing organic grapes and selling them for up to $1800 a ton could be the answer. California Wine Industry Hurting Sponsored…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 05-15-25
…enhancing risk management and decision-making. Beekeepers face significant annual losses, often around 50%, due to various factors including pesticide exposure and shipping stress. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……
Almond Update: Initial 2025 Almond Production Forecast
…orchards, and the full implications of this heatwave are still being assessed. Growers are monitoring tree health, soil moisture levels, and the potential impact on nut development, as prolonged exposure…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 05-14-25
…the 2023, crop year based on cash receipts; number one is dairy products. Number two, grapes, followed by cattle and calves, lettuce, almonds, pistachios, strawberries, tomatoes, carrots and broilers In…
CDFA Seeking Qualified Applicants for Vertebrate Pest Control Research Advisory Committee
…livestock, tree fruits, grapes, nut crops, and row crops. Professionals from these industries can provide valuable insights and expertise to help guide meaningful research that addresses real-world challenges. Individuals who…
The Growing Edge: Double-Edged Sword of Central Coast Weather
…nurture wine grapes and leafy greens, they also create the perfect storm for diseases like downy mildew, powdery mildew, and bunch rot. Examples of downy and powdery mildew on a…
California Winegrapes Open Award Nominations
Wine Glasses And Bottle With Grapes And Barrel In Vineyard DepositPhotos image The California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG) has announced nominations are now open for its 2026 awards of…
Bayer May Halt Glyphosate Production Without Legal Shield
…past decade, it has also drawn mounting legal challenges, with plaintiffs claiming exposure has led to serious health risks. In early March, Bayer informed farmers, retailers, and suppliers that it…
U.S. Beekeepers Report Record Colony Losses, Raising Alarm for Farmers
…at over $600 million. The USDA is investigating the cause, testing bees from affected colonies for disease, pesticide exposure, and other stressors. Results are expected soon. Industry leaders are urging…
Impending Ban on Chlorpyrifos for Fruit and Vegetable Growers
…exposure controls. Lorrie Boyer has more in her report. Impending Ban on Chlorpyrifos for Fruit and Vegetable Growers Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock…