…3.10 tons per acre. Desert Gold was reported as the most widely grown variety in California, followed by Tiburon. Overall Desert Durum production was down significantly in both California and…
SPECIAL EPISODE AgNet Weekly: U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack Interview on Potential Shutdown
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Citrus Thrips Take a Toll on California Production
California growers are seeing some significant damage due to citrus thrips this season. Cooperative Extension Area Citrus IPM Advisor, Sandipa Gautam told AgNet West that the pest has been more…
Sesame Added To FDA Allergen Program
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Pistachio Production Poised for Significant Gains in Coming Years
Pistachio production is expected to experience significant growth over the next 10 years, according to a recent report commissioned by American Pistachio Growers (APG). Acreage in California is projected to…
Spartz Anti-Checkoff Amendment Fails
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Almond Update: Nominations Being Accepted for Industry Achievement Awards
The Almond Board of California (ABC) is now accepting nominations for two industry achievement awards. Two individuals are recognized each year for their contributions and dedication to the almond industry….
USDA Expands Access to School Breakfast and Lunch
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FIRA USA Proves to Be ‘Bigger and Better’ in Salinas
…co-organized through a partnership between the French non-profit association GOFAR, Western Growers, and the VINE/University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources. Beginning next year, all verified growers will be able…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 09-27-23
…prices, California peach production upping last year’s numbers, and the governmental shutdown impacts on farmers. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to…
Next-Gen Institute for Digital Agriculture
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Egyptian Citrus in the U.S. Would Be ‘Calamity’ for California Growers
…be problematic for California growers. “This is a very big threat to the California citrus industry because the fruit that Egypt produces is very low cost in terms of their…
Farmers Could Feel Effects of Government Shutdown
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Wheat Industry Supports the American Farmers Feed the World Act
…Lentil Council, the North American Millers’ Association, and the National Association of Wheat Growers (NAWG) in applauding the bill’s introduction. “The American Farmers Feed the World Act empowers American wheat…