…note, Peruvian avocado production is expected to recover in 2025, with exports projected to reach 630,000 metric tons, a two percent increase compared to the previous year. Production and Transition…
American Agriculture History Minute: Oregon’s Agricultural Leadership
…American agriculture history minute, revealing that Oregon is known as the grass seed capital of the world, leading the nation in both grass seed and hazelnut production. The state’s agricultural…
Almond Board of California Releases April Position Report
…consistent production and ensuring steady global exports. With steady broccoli supply and almond market trends indicating resilience despite sales fluctuations, California’s agricultural sector remains a focal point for both domestic…
Event Dates Coming Up for Almonds, Organic Summit, Strawberries
Emmanuel Anin, via Wikimedia Commons Here’s some event dates you need to put on your calendar. The Almond Board of California will have their production research Summit on June 18…
Reservoir Farms Opens Applications for Inaugural Cohort of 12 Startups
…can refine their technologies, test their products in real farm settings, and bring transformative advancements to specialty crop farming. Reservoir Farms Opens Applications for Inaugural Cohort of 12 Startups Sponsored…
Salinas, California Broccoli Supply Remains Strong
Broccoli farm and big export trucks on background. Image by deyangeorgiev2/DepositPhotos image The broccoli supply from Salinas, California, remains strong, with growers reporting favorable weather conditions contributing to steady production….
American Agriculture History Minute: Robert Doherty’s Initial Investment
…initially focused on farm elevators. A significant development occurred when Frank Ziebach created a prototype for a center pivot irrigation system. In 1954, Doherty licensed Ziebach’s patent, leading to the…
Handling the Tariff Combination in Mexico and U.S.
…in Mexico, but significant value-added production occurs in the U.S., supporting American jobs. Tariffs on Mexican steel could thus harm U.S. manufacturers and workers, even as they benefit domestic steel…
Disaster Declaration Submitted by San Joaquin County Agriculture Commissioner
…losses due to these challenges. With weather playing a pivotal role in agricultural production, disaster relief measures are essential for ensuring farmers can recover from setbacks and maintain industry stability….
Glassy-Winged Sharpshooter-Pierce‘s Disease Assessment
…feeding habits, posing a significant threat to California’s grape industry, which accounts for about 94% of U.S. grape production. The referendum determines whether to extend the PD/GWSS assessment, which funds…
Crop Production Report Offers Key Insights for 2024–2025 Season
…Father of Nehrams2020, via Wikimedia Commons The recently released USDA Crop Production Report offers key insights into the 2024–2025 season. The total U.S. orange forecast stands at 2.46 million tons,…
American Agriculture History Minute: Early International Relations and Cold War Impact
…on his farm, which led to a notable business development – the company began selling hybrid seed to the Soviet Union. The company underwent multiple ownership changes over a 30-year…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 05-16-25
…streamlined tool by the Almond Board of California. This tool helps translate on-farm practices into recognized conservation codes, simplifying the application process. The segment concluded with a teaser for a…
California’s Agriculture Industry Faces Urgent Aging Challenge
…young people into farming. As experienced farmers retire, passing on agricultural expertise to the next generation is crucial for sustaining production levels and maintaining the state’s economic strength. California’s agricultural…