…cycle, leading to reduced runoff into key water sources. While the northern tier of California, much of Oregon, and portions of the Northern Rockies may still maintain adequate water supplies,…
APHIS, CDFA Expand Citrus Greening Quarantine Area
Courtesy of CDFA The USDA Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), in collaboration with the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), has expanded the quarantine area for citrus greening…
Citrus and Cherry Markets Heat Up in Early June
In this week’s market update from AgNet West, Nick Papagni highlights a strong start to June for California citrus and cherries. Citrus and Cherry Markets Heat Up in Early June…
How Westside Water Allocations Are Leaving Farmers Dry
California’s Westside farmers are once again caught in a cycle of uncertainty as water allocations remain unpredictable—despite full reservoirs and years of strong snowfall. According to AgNet West’s Nick Papagni,…
Trump Administration Invests to Revitalize U.S. Lumber Industry
…initiative is designed to cut bureaucratic red tape, secure jobs, and reduce the wildfire risk plaguing American forests—particularly in California. The investment is expected to increase the supply of homegrown…
Fifth-Generation Farmer Stephanie Moreda Sounds Alarm on Land Grabs in California
In a heartfelt conversation featuring Stephanie Moreda—known to many as the voice behind Dairy Girl Diaries—shed light on the ongoing land grab crisis threatening small family farms in Petaluma, California….
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-02-25
…a citrus and table grape market update — find out why local citrus and table grapes are looking stronger than ever this season! This episode is packed with compelling stories,…
California Board to Address Plastic Packaging in Ag Sector
The California State Board of Food and Agriculture is set to host an important meeting that could shape the future of packaging within the state’s agricultural industry. The board will…
Key Dates for Growers and Agricultural Professionals
…smoke exposure challenges. 🍊 Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo 📅 Dates: August 20–21, 2025 📍 Location: Tampa, Florida 🔗 Details: citrusexpo.net It’s a working vacation for citrus growers and specialty…
California Agriculture Faces Freight and Cost Pressures, Warns WGA President
In an exclusive update from AgNet West, Western Growers Association (WGA) President and CEO Dave Puglia shed light on a mounting concern for California agriculture: the high cost of freight…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 05-30-25
…in California, with temperatures potentially reaching 103 degrees. The trio also explore President Trump’s authority to impose global tariffs, noting a recent ruling by a three-judge panel of the US…
Significant Agricultural Shift by Increasingly Growing Agave
Agave Amante Darmanin, via Wikimedia Commons California farmers are embracing a significant agricultural shift by increasingly growing agave, a resilient and drought-tolerant crop. Agave, best known for its role as…
Latest Projections for California 2024-2025 Valencia Orange Crop Released
…8, covered key citrus-growing regions, including Tulare, Kern, San Diego, and Ventura counties. These areas are integral to California’s citrus industry and play a major role in supplying Valencia oranges…
Melband Appointed New President of the California Avocado Commission
Ken Melban, President, California Avocado Commission Courtesy of California Avocado Commission The California Avocado Commission has appointed Ken Melband as its new president, recognizing his extensive leadership experience within the…