…heat, minus the triple-digit temperatures, thanks to powerful trade news and a deep-dive into California’s almond and walnut outlook. From record-setting tariffs to shifting global markets, today’s episode is a…
Bonsai Robotics Acquires farm-ng in AgTech Merger
…acquisition of farm-ng, Inc., a Watsonville startup known for its modular electric robot, the Amiga. This strategic merger brings together two of California’s most innovative AgTech companies to deliver cutting-edge,…
Tangerines, Lemons Up; Grapefruit Down in New Forecast
…2023–2024 utilization. California’s grapefruit production remains steady at 172,000 tons, which is 10% higher than last season, partially offsetting the national decline. Tangerines and Mandarins Lead the Gains Production of…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 07-28-25
…one of California’s most pressing agricultural issues—groundwater management. Their guest, Madera County farmer and water expert Matt Angel, delivers a sobering and eye-opening assessment of the state’s water crisis and…
Food Security Declines Amid Growing Agricultural Trade Deficit
Former Congressman John Duarte Warns of Rising Food Imports As concerns about domestic food security grow, John Duarte—former California Congressman and owner of Duarte Nursery—has raised alarm over a troubling…
Proposition 12 Drives Up Pork Costs, NPPC Warns
…before the House Agriculture Committee to highlight the damaging effects of California’s Proposition 12. Speaking on behalf of the pork industry, the pair called on Congress to support committee chair…
Federal Grant Fuels San Diego Port Upgrades
…by sea. The M5 route aims to shift cargo from trucks to ships, easing traffic congestion and cutting emissions along the heavily traveled North-South transportation corridor from California to the…
Schiff Pushes USDA for Fair Disaster Aid to California Farmers
…fair and timely disaster assistance for California’s agricultural sector. In a formal letter to USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins, Schiff urged the agency to ensure that funding from the American Relief…
John Duarte on Water, Immigration, and Fixing California
…producers—who drive the real economy. “The champions of abundance are about to kick butt here in California,” Duarte declared. Final Thoughts: Rebuilding California’s Future Duarte left listeners with a call…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 07-25-25
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
…up in Oxnard and Santa Maria, two of California’s primary growing regions. Cooler Days Temper Output But Improve Quality Interestingly, this stretch of sustained harvest comes as daytime temperatures remain…
U.S.–Japan Trade Deal Boosts Agricultural Exports and Investment
…major financial commitment, Japan has also pledged to invest $550 billion into the U.S. economy. Lorrie Boyer reports: U.S.–Japan Trade Deal Boosts Agricultural Exports and Investment While full details of…