Duarte: ‘Let’s Bring Abundance Back to California’ In today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour, we welcomed a powerful voice in California agriculture—John Duarte of Duarte Nursery. As a nursery…
Los Gatos Tomato: Innovation, Labor & Water in Focus
California’s Tomato Powerhouse Balances Efficiency and Sustainability Los Gatos Tomato Products has been a quiet leader in California’s tomato processing industry for over 30 years. Owned by four multi-generational farming…
Tomato Trade Shift Pressures U.S. Processors
…the tomato processing sector. Although Los Gatos Tomato Products, based in Huron, California, primarily serves the domestic market, company executive Dan Green says the policy shift will have indirect but…
Strawberry Volumes Rise, But Growers Still Lag Behind
…capitalized on, leaving some fruit unharvested during peak periods. Outlook: Strong Volume, Uncertain Margins As California’s strawberry season heads into late summer, producers remain focused on maximizing quality and yield…
U.S.–Japan Trade Deal Boosts Agricultural Exports and Investment
…exported approximately $627.7 million worth of fruit to Japan, according to the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA). In addition to fruit, the value of U.S. vegetable exports to Japan reached…
2025 California Almond Crop Forecast Hits 3 Billion Pounds
…pounds. 2025 California Almond Crop Forecast Hits 3 Billion Pounds This positive outlook was sponsored by the Almond Board of California, which continues to work closely with growers and global…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 07-24-25
California Tomatoes Take Center Stage in Today’s AgNet News Hour It’s peak tomato season in California, and today’s AgNet News Hour dives deep into the heart of the state’s processing…
Court Limits ICE Actions in Southern California
…in Southern California The case was reported by Lorrie Boyer for AgNet West, citing growing legal concerns over ICE practices in public areas. TRO Applies to Seven Southern California Counties…
Tomato Tariff Sparks Industry Concerns Over Supply and Safety
…and the Fresh Produce Association of America, have voiced strong opposition to the tariff. These groups argue that instead of boosting American farming, the end of the TSA may create…
Battling Mites in Tree Fruit: Summer Strategies with Todd Burkdoll
As summer temperatures continue to rise, so do the threats to tree fruit crops. In this episode of The Growing Edge, Valent U.S.A.’s Todd Burkdoll shares urgent insights for growers…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 07-23-25
…the hottest topics shaking up California agriculture, starting with major developments in the almond industry. Market shock hit growers as a recent USDA estimate pegged this year’s crop at 3…
Coachella and San Joaquin Kick Off Table Grape Season
…window. Ian LeMay noted that the 2025 season followed suit, with good fruit movement and strong market demand marking the early weeks. “Every year Coachella has good fruit movement and…
EPA Region 9 Administrator Meets with Ag Leaders on Air Quality
…at the meeting: California Farm Bureau California Citrus Mutual California Fresh Fruit Association Their involvement underscores the broad concern among growers about how federal and state policies intersect with on-the-ground…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-22-25
…resolving the nation’s immigration and labor issues, a topic especially critical to California’s ag industry. Josh outlined the bill’s key components, including a seven-year legal status pathway for undocumented immigrants…