…announced a suite of new policies that are in their Small Farms Plan. She went into details of each of the programs and parts of the plan. She then mentioned…
Southern California Drought Elevates Wildfire Risks
Avocado grove Brooks Tropicals, via Wikimedia Commons In Southern California, persistent drought conditions continue to elevate wildfire risks, posing a significant challenge for agricultural communities, especially avocado growers. Wildfires last…
Are Solar Panels Safe on Farmland?
…jobs depend on AG, solar panels on prime farmland should never be approved or developed. Ag secretary Brooke Rollins says quality farmland should be used to farm and not have…
Oceanside Pole Program Launches Commercial Production of Sweet Red Bell Peppers
Red Bell Peppers in the field Rob Bertholf, via Wikimedia Commons Beyond avocados, another key development in California agriculture is the Oceanside Pole Program, which has officially launched commercial production…
Pet Lover’s Spay and Neuter Grant Program-Receives Funding from CDFA
…sales from the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV); and 2) the Prevention of Animal Homelessness and Cruelty Voluntary Tax Contribution Fund, supported by voluntary contributions provided by California individuals on…
Tree Nut Industry Preparing for an Important Event
…those involved in the tree nut sector. As California farmers navigate ongoing environmental and economic challenges, innovative programs and industry events play a crucial role in shaping the future of…
Almond Update: ABC Making Significant Strides in Boosting Almond Exports
DepositPhotos image Taylor Hillman with The Almond Board of California (ABC) says that they have been making significant strides in boosting U.S. almond exports to Turkey. Since 2020, U.S. almond…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 05-22-25
…gives an avocado industry production update, predicting a bountiful year for California avocados despite a slowdown in Mexican imports. Cherry production in California is expected to be only 4 million…
California Table Grapes Off and Running
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…
Organic vs. the Weather
Fertile agricultural field of organic crops in California Copyright: veeterzy / 123RF Stock Photo Talking with Steven Paul from Homegrown Organic Farms and asking is this the perfect weather here…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 05-21-25
…farms, which make up 86% of U.S. farms, operating on 41% of farmland and generating 24% of farm production. The program, funded by USDA, provides grants rather than federal money,…
Soil in Organic is a Big Thing
Organic farm planted with various type of organic vegetables and fruits Wee Hong, via Wikimedia Commons Talking with Steven Paul from Homegrown Organic Farms in Kingsburg California and how important…
Production and Transition of Fresh Produce Looks Promising
…through Father’s Day. After California’s peak, the seasonal production will shift northward to Oregon, continuing the availability of fresh blueberries across the country. Meanwhile, California is also experiencing a high…
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…