DepositPhotos image Speculation has already begun on who the next Secretary of Agriculture will be when Donald Trump returns to the White House in January. Successful Farming says Texas Ag…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 11-08-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show CJ Miller talks with Kip Tom, the Co-Chair of “Farmers and Ranchers for Trump” and one of…
Almond Update: California Almond Board Courts Mexican Bakers with Central Valley Tour
The Almond Board of California recently hosted a tour in the Central Valley, targeting the Mexican baking industry to showcase the potential of almonds in sweet baked goods. This event…
Election Results Set the Stage for New Priorities in Agriculture
The outcome of the 2024 General Election is set to bring significant changes to the agricultural landscape, according to at least one expert. With Donald Trump returning to the presidency,…
Sonoma County Votes Down Animal Containment Measure, Early Results Show
…the Sonoma County elections page. In a win for farmers, Sonoma County voters struck down Measure J, a proposal to prohibit Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs) outside the Coastal Zone….
Wine Industry Faces Challenges Over Tariffs and Distribution Rules
…in 2019. Tariffs on imported wine present significant challenges for the U.S. wine industry, impacting both international and domestic players. The 2019 tariffs on European wines, introduced by then-President Trump…
Upcoming Almond Conference Tackles Challenges with Unplanted Lands
…critical topic, registration for the conference and additional information on the agenda are available at almonds.com/conference. By exploring innovative land-use strategies, the Almond Conference aims to support growers through complex regulatory…
New Biochar Facility to Repurpose Almond Shells for Sustainability
DepositPhotos image Treehouse California Almonds has announced a partnership with biochar producer Sitos Group to launch a $9 million biochar manufacturing facility in Delano, California. This 25,000-square-foot facility will be…
Global Demand for Tree Nuts Shifts as Top Markets Drive Trade
DepositPhotos image Tree nut shipments, including almonds, walnuts, and pistachios, have grown steadily over the last decade, with trade concentrated among a few key markets. In 2023/24, the European Union…
Students Encouraged to Apply for CME Group Beef Industry Scholarships
…or full-time college undergraduates. The application requires a one-page letter outlining their career goals, a 750-word essay about an issue in the beef industry and solutions to the problem, and…
New Ag Literacy Resource Highlights U.S. Food and Farm Facts
…and who buys it. Available as a 32-page book and a compact pocket guide, the resource aims to answer common questions about American agriculture. “Curiosity among consumers about food and…
New Fungicide, Axios 20SC, Offers Almond Growers Disease Control and Sustainability
…registered for use on almonds and pome fruit, offering about 26 days of coverage per application. It is systemic, preventative, and sustainable, which means it provides both immediate and long-term…
Almond Listening Tour: An Opportunity for Growers to Engage with the Industry
…Course (October 30) A full list of dates and locations is available at almonds.com/events, where participants can also register. Focus on Dialogue One of the main benefits of the Listening…
Almond Update: Red Leaf Blotch Presence in California has Raised Alarms
…Merced and Madera counties in late May of this year. Previously known for its impact on almonds in the Mediterranean area and the Middle East, RLB’s presence in California has…