…consumers appear willing to continue purchasing lamb, even as inflationary pressures influence buying decisions across grocery departments. Retail Lamb Sales Benefit Domestic Producers One of the most notable findings in…
California Blueberry Season Falls Short of Early Record Expectations
…anticipated production could reach 88 million pounds in 2026. However, weather conditions prevented that forecast from becoming reality. California Blueberry Season Impacted by Weather Challenges According to the California Blueberry…
California Cherry Industry Suffers Historic Losses After Devastating 2026 Season
Michael Jameson Shares the Brutal Truth Behind California’s Toughest Cherry Crop in Decades Michael Jameson California’s cherry industry entered the 2026 season with optimism, ideal growing conditions, and expectations for…
Part 2: California Cherry Industry Suffers One of Its Toughest Seasons in Decades
…the complex marketing and logistics challenges facing California’s cherry industry. While spring rain events caused significant crop losses throughout California’s cherry-growing regions, the challenges extended well beyond the orchard. Jameson…
Michael Kelly and the Forgotten Story of Barbed Wire
…efforts to create a practical fencing solution addressed a critical need for western settlers and livestock producers. The success of American ranching and livestock production depended on innovations like barbed…
Applications Open for 2026 Real California Milk Accelerator
…opportunities for California’s dairy industry. Real California Milk Accelerator Incorporates AI Tools One of the notable additions to the 2026 program is the integration of artificial intelligence-enabled sales and marketing…
California Wine Labeling Bill Gains Momentum Amid Industry Debate
…California Assembly unanimously on a 67-0 vote and is now under consideration in the state Senate. California Wine Labeling Bill Aims to Support Domestic Growers The California Association of Winegrape…
Pork Producers Push Back Against Proposition 12 Misinformation Claims
…recent discussion highlighted concerns from National Pork Producers Council President Rob Brenneman, who argued that independent U.S. pork producers are being unfairly targeted in the ongoing debate. Proposition 12, California’s animal…
California Cherry Industry Suffers One of Its Toughest Seasons in Decades
California cherry growers are facing one of the most difficult seasons in recent memory after multiple spring rain events devastated what had initially appeared to be a promising crop. According to…
Steve Malanca: California Almond Crop May Tighten as Water Challenges Continue
Strong Almond Prices and Water Concerns Shape 2026 Outlook Steve Malanca California almond growers are entering the 2026 season with cautious optimism as stronger prices, manageable inventories, and steady global…
California Almond Outlook, Water Storage, and Agriculture’s Future
…among some California producers, Malanca and the hosts question whether greenhouse technology can realistically replace California’s world-leading production of almonds and other specialty crops. California currently exports billions of dollars’…
State Fairs: A Tradition Rooted in Agricultural Competition
…and fellow producers. Over time, these informal contests grew into organized exhibitions showcasing the best agriculture had to offer. The Birth of the State Fair New York holds the distinction…
USDA Invests $105 Million in New World Screwworm Research and Response Effort
…hopes to build a stronger foundation for future prevention and control efforts. For livestock producers, the initiative represents a significant investment in safeguarding animal health and reducing the risk of…
Salinas-Watsonville Strawberry Quality Improves as Growers Reach Peak Production
strawberry-farm-southern-California Strawberry growers in California’s key Salinas-Watsonville growing region are seeing improvements in fruit quality after weather-related challenges earlier in the season, but market conditions remain difficult. A recent report highlighted…