Inside the World of Agricultural Shipping: A Conversation with Jeff Cox of Best Drayage

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…challenges. China posed difficulties in the past but has stabilized, while India—a massive almond market—remains complex. Still, he remains confident: demand is strong, supply is steady, and “we’re going to…

California walnut

California Walnut Harvest 2025: Quality, Volume & Market Outlook

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…but reductions could open significant opportunities. Exchange rates and global competition have also shifted in California’s favor. China’s crop experienced adverse weather, limiting exports and increasing domestic consumption, narrowing the…

almond

Inside the 2025 Almond Market: Supply, Pricing, Tariffs, and Global Demand

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…industry. Toor praised the Trump administration’s negotiations with Europe, India, Japan, South Korea, and Vietnam. Europe recently threatened counter-tariffs but ultimately backed off, keeping demand stable. China is more complex….

California raisin

California Raisin Leaders on Trade, Water & Future

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…while tariff uncertainty has disrupted export business, particularly with prunes to China, the company remains committed to finding new markets. “The world needs fruit,” he said. “We want to provide…

Kevin Kester

Kevin Kester on Ranching, Trade, and Ag’s Next Generation

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…now has free access into the Australian market. China also remains a major focus. Kester believes that, despite delays, trade agreements with China will eventually stabilize and benefit American ranchers….

California Agriculture: Fires, Wolves & Farm Labor Reform

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…Between 2019 and 2024, China and India moved from net importers to exporters of frozen fries and processed potato products, expanding markets into Asia and the Middle East. Criminal Provisions…

Roger Isom

Roger Isom on California Farming Challenges in 2025

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…markets. Trade tensions and tariffs add further uncertainty. India and China remain vital markets for California almonds and walnuts. Any disruption in trade agreements threatens the economic stability of growers….