…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…
U.S. Hemp Acreage Surges, Production Value Hits $445 Million
…The report signals renewed momentum in the hemp sector, following several years of market fluctuation after legalization under the 2018 Farm Bill. U.S. Hemp Acreage Surges, Production Value Hits $445…
USDA’s World Ag Outlook Board Sees Tariff Hits to US Meat Exports
…Greet said while speaking to the Senate Finance Committee. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting. USDA’s World Ag Outlook Board Sees Tariff Hits to US Meat Exports Sponsored Content…
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,…
White House Budget Proposal Targets Local FSA, NRCS Offices for Closure
The U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency service center in Highmore, South Dakota. By Tony Webster / via Wikimedia Commons image The Trump administration is proposing steep cuts to…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 04-18-25
…funds. The conversation debated the legality of Trump’s actions, with one speaker arguing for transparency and the other for adherence to legal processes. The impact on farmers and the farming…
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
…losses due to retaliatory tariffs after the 2018 trade actions. California alone lost an estimated $683 million in crop revenue. Nationwide, American farmers lost more than $27 billion in export…