…these programs, the Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) Program holds special importance. Designed as an insurance mechanism for dairy farmers, the DMC Program helps protect them against market fluctuations and unforeseen…
USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins Highlights Trade Wins, Disaster Aid, and Regulatory Cuts in House Testimony
…to the rapid distribution of disaster assistance. In just eight weeks, over $7.7 billion was sent to more than 500,000 farmers through the Emergency Commodity Assistance Program. An additional $1…
Rich Kreps Calls Out California’s Water Crisis Narrative
…this program up a long time ago with the promise of surface water delivery.” Kreps, who advises growers of pistachios, grapes, tomatoes, almonds, and cotton, says the public rarely hears…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 06-12-25
…with Raley’s Food for Families program to ensure more families get nutritious dairy foods. Plus, there’s a bill in the works that would allow schools to serve whole and 2%…
CDFA Now Accepting Proposals for Biologically Integrated Farming Systems Grants
…Program. This grant opportunity supports on-farm demonstration and evaluation projects that utilize innovative, biologically-based farming systems. The goal is to promote sustainable pest management while maintaining crop yields and farm…
Maximizing Shelf Life: Family Tree Farms Adapts to the Demands of Fresh Tree Fruit
…growing conditions. Precision Harvesting and Cooling The harvest process is continuous, with fruit picked daily as it matures. Once harvested, it’s quickly moved to the packing facility, pre-cooled to 32°F…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-10-25
…changes stick? Tune in to hear Nick and Josh break it down. Celebrate Lemon Month! It’s Lemon Month — and while California’s lemon harvest is still ramping up, Nick and…
Wine Grape Growers Asked to Vote on Extension of Pierce’s Disease Program
Wine Grape Growers Asked to Vote on Extension of Pierce’s Disease Program Ballots Due June 12 for Assessment Program Supporting Critical Research California wine grape growers are being urged to…
California Table Grape Season Begins with Optimism and Strong Quality
…market demand. California Table Grape Season Begins with Optimism and Strong Quality Weather and Crop Conditions Point to a Strong Harvest LeMay began by acknowledging the unpredictable nature of California…
Pistachios Surge in Global Popularity as Market Outlook Strengthens
…in the plant-based food movement. A Promising Harvest Ahead As Kreps concluded, expectations are high for a substantial 2025 pistachio crop. Growers are optimistic that the combination of strong market…
Honeybee Health Program Moves Through California Assembly
The California State Assembly passed a bill led by Assemblymember Rhodesia Ransom to create a honey bee health program under the California Department of Food and Agriculture earlier this year….
Generations of Growth: Daniel Jackson on Family Tree Farms’ Roots, Innovation, Future
…Spain led to a partnership with Australian breeder Ridley Bell of Mountain Blue Orchards. The collaboration brought world-class genetics to Family Tree Farms, with blueberries now harvested year-round in California,…
California Ag at a Crossroads: Rich Kreps Talks Water, Pistachios, and Policy Reform
…on the Rise Despite the regulatory chaos, Kreps is upbeat about this year’s pistachio crop. Harvest kicks off in Kern County in late August Expected to match or exceed the…
California Table Grape Season Kicks Off Strong: Ian LeMay Shares Optimism for 2025-26
The California table grape season is off to a strong start, with early harvest beginning in Coachella Valley and optimism high for quality and export strength. President Ian LeMay discusses…