…discuss pressing agricultural labor challenges facing California. At the center of the conversation was the controversial H-2A guestworker program. H-2A Guestworker Program Burdening California Farmers “That program has a lot…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 07-03-25
…that are putting California walnuts on center stage alongside almonds and pistachios. The team also looks ahead to the upcoming July 9 tariff decision, which could significantly impact export opportunities—especially…
Wine Grape Growers Back Pierce’s Disease Program
…assessment, the program plays a critical role in research, monitoring, and rapid response efforts against Pierce’s disease and its primary vector, the glassy-winged sharpshooter, along with other serious vineyard pest…
Pierce’s Disease Program Extended to 2031
…Funded by a grower-paid assessment, the program directly benefits those most at risk—California’s wine grape growers. The funding supports vital research, rapid-response actions, and ongoing measures to prevent and control…
Grape Industry Faces Wine Sales Challenges
At the 49th Annual Allied Grape Growers Luncheon in Fresno, key challenges facing the grape and wine industry were front and center. With U.S. wine sales off to a slow…
California Walnuts Launch “Feel Good” Campaign for Gen Z & Millennials
…everyday snack—not just a baking ingredient. California Walnuts Launch “Feel Good” Campaign for Gen Z & Millennials Targeting Health-Conscious Lifestyles Backed by extensive consumer research, the campaign targets millennials and…
Almond Update: The Power of Participation — A Grower’s Perspective on Almond Board Committees
…the Almond Board’s investments in global communication and scientific research — efforts that support all growers by promoting almond health benefits and strengthening market demand. From digestion to diabetes and…
California Agriculture: A Crisis in the Making or a Wake-Up Call?
…wake-up call. California agriculture isn’t just in the background—it’s front and center in feeding the country. It’s time to treat it that way. The full interview with Ryan Jacobsen can…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-17-25
Today on AgNet News Hour: Freight, Fuel, and Food Security Take Center Stage It’s a jam-packed Tuesday on the AgNet News Hour, and today’s episode dives deep into the issues…
USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins Highlights Trade Wins, Disaster Aid, and Regulatory Cuts in House Testimony
…Americans who feed, fuel, and clothe our nation and the world are at the center of everything we do at USDA,” Rollins told lawmakers. Among the most immediate impacts, Rollins…
Almond Board Launches First-Ever Production Research Summit
…farming insights distilled from nearly two decades of research Decades of Research, Tangible Results Saa highlighted several impactful examples of how Almond Board-funded research has already reshaped the industry. “Cover…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 06-12-25
…your bottom line. Plus, get insights on new almond production research that could help you maximize orchard yields and profitability. We’re your trusted source for ag news and analysis. Join…
Maximizing Shelf Life: Family Tree Farms Adapts to the Demands of Fresh Tree Fruit
…were front and center. With limited shelf life, Jackson emphasized that marketing and logistics teams must operate at peak efficiency to ensure that fruit reaches the market swiftly and in…
From Setback to Success: Daniel Jackson on Building Family Tree Farms in Kingsburg
…40 different places that sold tree fruit. Now there’s about six that sell 80 percent of the tree fruit in America.” And remarkably, Kingsburg remains at the center of it…