Strawberry supplies from California’s Ventura County and Watsonville-Salinas regions remain consistent, providing steady volume for retailers and distributors. Despite moderate demand—impacted by the seasonal availability of other fruits—the strawberry market…
Oriental Fruit Fly Quarantine Lifted in Garden Grove
…management in one of California’s important agricultural corridors. The oriental fruit fly is considered a serious invasive pest, known for its ability to infest more than 230 types of fruits…
Addressing Wolf-Livestock Conflicts: California’s Innovative Approach
In an era where wildlife conservation often collides with agricultural practices, the issue of livestock depredation by gray wolves in California has garnered significant attention. The California Department of Fish…
Rich Kreps Calls Out California’s Water Crisis Narrative
In a recent conversation with AgNet West’s Nick Papagni, agricultural consultant and American Pistachio Growers board chairman Rich Kreps voiced strong concerns over water allocations for California’s Westside farmers. Rich…
Almond Board Launches First-Ever Production Research Summit
Courtesy of the Almond Board of California The Almond Board of California is set to host its inaugural Production Research Summit on June 18 at the DoubleTree in Modesto, a…
Rooted in Legacy: Daniel Jackson Reflects on Family Tree Farms’ Origins
…blueberries in the world. The journey began during the Great Depression when Jackson’s grandfather, Herschel, left Tennessee in search of better wages in California’s Central Valley. Rooted in Legacy: Daniel…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 06-12-25
…potential deal could be the turning point for farmers and ranchers across the nation. California’s dairy world is also making headlines! This month, the California Milk Advisory Board is partnering…
CDFA Now Accepting Proposals for Biologically Integrated Farming Systems Grants
Farm tractor spraying pesticides & insecticides herbicides over green vineyard field. Napa Valley, Napa County, California, USA DepositPhotos image The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has announced that…
California’s West Side Water Crisis: An Urgent Call for Infrastructure Action
…and Processing — delivered a clear warning: “We’re in a crisis and it’s going to get worse.” His comments reflect mounting urgency as California’s water supply issues deepen, particularly on…
Mangoes May Boost Heart Health in Postmenopausal Women
…health benefits for postmenopausal women. Researchers from the University of California, Davis found that consuming about two servings—or one and a half cups—of mango daily over a two-week period led…
California’s Water Crisis: Time to Turn Policy into Action
…key pumping facilities in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta remained idle, hamstrung by outdated and questionable environmental regulations. California’s Water Crisis: Time to Turn Policy into Action Enough Water for Millions—Wasted…
Maximizing Shelf Life: Family Tree Farms Adapts to the Demands of Fresh Tree Fruit
Inside the San Joaquin Valley’s Tree Fruit Pipeline In a recent conversation with Daniel Jackson of Family Tree Farms, headquartered in Reedley, California, the complexities of managing fresh stone fruit…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 06-11-25
…diving deep into some hot-button issues. First up: the closure of one of the nation’s largest wine distributors and what this means for California’s wine industry. Will prices rise? Will…
From Setback to Success: Daniel Jackson on Building Family Tree Farms in Kingsburg
…global demand, and helping lead an industry shift exemplifies the resilience and foresight that define California agriculture. From humble roots to international reach, Family Tree Farms represents both the personal…





















