Image by Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter” 99% of figs grown United States come out of the central Valley of California such as Fresno, Madera, and Merced counties. Growing up…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 05-14-25
…on trade agreements with China. Optimism remains high, with California’s agricultural exports reaching $23.6 billion in 2022, led by almonds, dairy, and pistachios. However, Governor Gavin Newsom’s assertion that California…
California Strawberry Supply Remains Strong
Fresh picked strawberries from the Carlsbad Strawberry Co., in North County San Diego, California Rob Bertholf, via Wikimedia Commons The strawberry supply from California remains strong, with Santa Maria steadily…
CDFA Seeking Qualified Applicants for Vertebrate Pest Control Research Advisory Committee
…direction of important research that can ultimately benefit farmers, growers, and ranchers across California. By serving on this committee, members will play an instrumental role in shaping pest control strategies,…
California Prunes are a Big Powerhouse
Image by Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter” California prunes are a powerhouse! 99% of prunes are grown in California and about 40% of the global supply the annual production for…
American Agriculture History Minute: Butler Manufacturing Company Founded
Butler and Sukup storage bins on a farm on Austin Road east of Parker Road, Bridgewater, Michigan. Dwight Burdette, via Wikimedia Commons I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 05-13-25
…and trade tensions, noting that 100 Farmers Union members lobbied Congress. He also addressed potential USDA budget cuts, which could impact farm safety nets and conservation programs, and the impact…
California Walnut Growers Looking Forward to Promising 2025 Crop
…This thriving sector generates more than $1 billion in farm gate revenue and sustains approximately 85,000 jobs, both directly and indirectly. Around one-third of the harvest is exported, with California…
May is Strawberry Month
…weather according to the California Strawberry commission but here’s the exciting news. Strawberries are rebounding because of the beautiful spring weather. May is Strawberry Month Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock…
Fig Crop Shaping Up to be Promising
…irrigation monitoring, and pruning. It’s especially important to California Fig growers, packers, and suppliers to find innovative ways to reduce the carbon footprint of producing California Figs. The figs are…
WTNA Gearing Up for Two Major Events
…7:00 PM at the Unwind Kitchen and Bar in Chico, California. This gathering offers members a valuable opportunity to network, connect with fellow professionals, and explore the benefits of WTNA…
Citrus vs. Tree Nuts
Image by Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter” Mando Perez (PCA) the president, Kern County CAPCA, California Association of Pest Control Advisers says working with Citrus is much different than working…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 05-09-25
…California’s leading farm bankruptcies, with 216 Chapter 12 filings nationwide in 2024, 17 from California. Key issues include high input costs, labor regulations, and natural disasters. The American Farm Bureau…
Senate Bill 628 Fails to Advance in Committee
…a tax credit aimed at offsetting overtime wage costs for farmers, addressing the unintended consequences of California’s 2016 agricultural overtime law. This law, while designed to benefit farm workers, reportedly…