…in agriculture news, focusing on sun safety and the importance of vitamin D. They highlight a recent trip by Georgia citrus growers to California to learn about citrus farming. Lindy…
Study: Avocado Daily Can Enhance Health
Kamut Udon Noodles with Kale and Avocado Oil By Jennifer / via Wikimedia Commons A study by the University of California, Los Angeles found that consuming one avocado daily can…
Trump Administration Challenging California Governor’s Lawsuit Against Tariff Regime
…potential harm to consumers and businesses, particularly in California’s significant agriculture and entertainment sectors. Trump Administration Challenging California Governor’s Lawsuit Against Tariff Regime Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 04-21-25
…on a recent interview with Nick Theis, farm director for AC Foods, about the California citrus industry. Tice hosted a clinic for Georgia citrus growers, highlighting the challenges of farming,…
Fresh Tomatoes from Mexico Agreement Terminated
By Meutia Chaerani / Indradi Soemardjan / via Wikimedia Commons image The US Department of Commerce plans to terminate a 2019 agreement that suspended an anti-dumping investigation on fresh tomatoes…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 04-18-25
…California red scale. She noted that thrips thrive in drought-stressed environments and have developed resistance to some insecticides. Gautam emphasized the need for effective and safe pest management strategies, especially…
California Treasurer: Tariffs Hurt Farmers and Raise Food Costs
California State Treasurer Fiona Ma spoke out Wednesday during a national press call hosted by a group of state treasurers. The group raised concerns about the economic harm U.S. farmers…
California’s Gray Wolf Population Expanding
California’s gray wolf and Coyote (Comparison) / Furnace_Creek_Golf_Course,_Death_Valley,_California,_USA This critter nonchalantly walked across the golf course in mid-day as I was in the midst of birding Dawn Beattie & Clark…
Strawberry Shipments Up in Florida
…produces strawberries during the winter and spring, and typically accounts for about 10% of production with the remaining 90% of strawberries produced in the US comes from California, with peak…
Naval Orange Worm Impact on Almonds
Chuck Fleck of Sierra Gold Nurseries Courtesy of Sierra Gold Nurseries This week, the Almond Board of California Update features Chuck Fleck of Sierra Gold Nurseries discussing the impact of…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 04-17-25
…Georgia citrus growers coming to California and touring their operation. The California citrus market is thriving, with Kings River Packing handling over 22 million boxes. The company faces challenges from…
Proposed Bill Would Require Congressional Approval Before New Agricultural Tariffs
…to Congress, and any member in either chamber could introduce a resolution to approve the tariffs. The law would apply to any country that ranks in the top five for…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 04-16-25
…state of the agriculture market, focusing on central California’s ideal weather and the upcoming planting season. Nick Foglio from Foglio Commodities provided insights on the hay and alfalfa market, noting…
Orange Production Expected to Rise
…35% from last year. California’s production is up 2.2% to 47 million boxes. Texas’ production is down 2% to 808,000 boxes. Despite regional variations, overall US orange production is expected…