…his no-nonsense take on how to make California agriculture thrive again. Don’t Miss It! If you care about California’s farms, food, and future, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in…
Trump Doubles Steel Import Tariffs as U.S.-Japan Talks Continue
…follow-up round ahead of the upcoming G7 summit. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent emphasized the strategic value of these negotiations, stating that tackling both tariff and non-tariff barriers is key to…
Chronic Diseases Among Children Addressed in Report
…in food production and sustainability. Farmers play a fundamental role in shaping national food systems, influencing dietary options through agricultural practices and policy decisions. Without their input, the report risks…
California’s Ag Challenges: Nick Anderson Talks Cost and Compliance
…little bit more to do things in California than it does in Arkansas,” he says, underlining the elevated operational costs in the state. California’s significance in the national food supply…
APHIS, CDFA Expand Citrus Greening Quarantine Area
Courtesy of CDFA The USDA Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), in collaboration with the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), has expanded the quarantine area for citrus greening…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-02-25
…expert interviews, and sharp insights you won’t want to miss. Whether you’re a grower, an ag policy junkie, or just someone who cares about where your food comes from, tune…
Fresh Vegetable Availability Drops, But Onions and Tomatoes Hold Strong
…account for food loss or waste, it underscores changing consumption trends and possible supply chain issues across the country. 📊 Key Highlights: 🧅 Onions saw a 1% increase, rising to…
California Board to Address Plastic Packaging in Ag Sector
The California State Board of Food and Agriculture is set to host an important meeting that could shape the future of packaging within the state’s agricultural industry. The board will…
Key Dates for Growers and Agricultural Professionals
Mark your calendars—several important events are coming up for growers, PCAs, and agricultural professionals. These summits and expos offer access to the latest research, expert speakers, and networking opportunities across…
Latest Projections for California 2024-2025 Valencia Orange Crop Released
Valencia Oranges Challiyan, via Wikimedia Commons The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) and the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service have released their latest projections for the 2024-2025 Valencia…
Rollins Travels the World Promoting U.S. Agriculture Market
…our food security, but that is national security. If we lose more of our farmers and we can’t feed ourselves, we are no longer the world’s superpower. We now have…
Lipstick Farmer on “559 Farm Train”
…really for just personal health reasons and just having some, you know, control over my food intake. And I have this huge farm. And then when I was chosen to…
United States Experiencing Significant Vegetable Import Increase
…in vegetable imports could reflect sustained consumer interest in processed and frozen food categories. With evolving dietary habits and technological advancements in food preservation, the demand for imported vegetables—especially frozen…
Elaine Culotti “The Lipstick Farmer” on Fixing California Supply Chain, Other Issues
…that. The second thing I fell in love with was the food basket. America’s food basket, the fruit, the stone fruit, the almonds, everything, the pluots. My God, I fell…