…emphasized that the law’s reach extends well beyond California, creating a tangled web of state-level regulations that undermine national food production. Rising Prices for Consumers NPPC economist Holly Cook noted…
Three Agricultural Revolutions That Transformed U.S. Farming
…machines. For farmers, it was the beginning of mechanized agriculture. Tasks that once took days could now be completed more efficiently, setting the stage for large-scale crop production. The Second…
John Duarte on Water, Immigration, and Fixing California
…infrastructure, and the state’s political future. Duarte, known for his outspoken advocacy for farmers, didn’t hold back as he outlined both the challenges and the solutions he believes can revitalize…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 07-25-25
…innovator, farmer, and former congressman, Duarte brings unmatched insight and experience to the table. He joined Nick Papagni and Josh McGill for a candid, in-depth discussion about the future of…
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…
Farm Bankruptcy on the Rise Amid Economic Strain
Rising Financial Pressure Brings Back Pre-Pandemic Challenges Farm bankruptcy filings are on the rise across the United States in 2025, signaling a troubling return to the high financial pressures the…
Texas Revives Screwworm Fight with New Swormlure-5 Bait
…old production plant in Mexico. Once operational, the facility will contribute an additional 50 to 100 million sterile flies weekly—only about 20% of the total needed. Miller highlighted the urgent…
Strawberry Volumes Rise, But Growers Still Lag Behind
Strawberry Supply Climbs, But Season Still Trails 2024 Despite a significant increase in weekly production—one million more trays of strawberries picked last week compared to the same period last year—California…
Ground Beef Prices Hit Historic Highs Amid Supply Chain Strains
…of Agriculture, the total number of farms in the United States fell by 7% from 2017 to 2022. The American Farm Bureau Federation attributes this trend to persistently high production…
New Tax Provision Eases Capital Gains Burden for Farmers
A recent reconciliation bill includes a provision that could offer meaningful relief to farmers facing large capital gains taxes. Kelly T. Wilfert, Extension Farm Management Specialist at the University of…
Cotton Acreage Drops Significantly Across the Belt
…He explained that the current figures are based on acreage reports submitted to FSA offices, which reflect a broad, belt-wide downturn. Despite the lower production, cotton prices have yet to…
Five-Point Food Safety Plan for Meat and Poultry Unveiled
…to provide more accurate detection of harmful pathogens, helping to identify and mitigate potential food safety threats earlier in the production process. 2. Equipping Inspectors with Advanced Tools and Training…
Coachella and San Joaquin Kick Off Table Grape Season
…week. San Joaquin Valley Enters Full Production The focus has now shifted to the San Joaquin Valley, California’s central grape-producing region. First reports of harvest in the valley came in…
EPA Region 9 Administrator Meets with Ag Leaders on Air Quality
…to engage directly with agricultural stakeholders. The visit emphasized collaboration on critical air quality issues that continue to affect both farmers and residents throughout the region. EPA Region 9 Administrator…