…Proposition 12, passed by California voters, bans the sale of pork that doesn’t comply with the state’s strict animal housing standards—regardless of where the pork is produced. Hord and Cook…
Los Gatos Tomato: Innovation, Labor & Water in Focus
…places when talking cost per pound. That’s how competitive it is.” Supporting Local, Sustainable Processing Los Gatos sources most of its tomatoes from Fresno County, beginning harvest in Kern County…
Strawberry Volumes Rise, But Growers Still Lag Behind
…plateau of strong harvests. This has resulted in a shift in timing and location: while Central Mexico and Baja California continue their spring harvests, new crop production is now ramping…
2025 California Almond Crop Forecast Hits 3 Billion Pounds
USDA Forecast Projects Stronger Almond Harvest The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) has released its 2025 California Almond Objective Measurement Report, estimating this year’s almond crop…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 07-24-25
…tomato industry with Dan Green, CEO of Los Gatos Tomato Products. From harvest logistics to international trade challenges, this episode offers growers, industry professionals, and ag-curious listeners an inside look…
Battling Mites in Tree Fruit: Summer Strategies with Todd Burkdoll
…navigating pest pressure in California’s orchards. From mite outbreaks in plums and peaches to overlooked San Jose scale infestations, Todd explains why acting now can prevent a harvest-season disaster. Learn…
Coachella and San Joaquin Kick Off Table Grape Season
…Joaquin Kick Off Table Grape Season Early Harvest Success in Coachella California’s table grape season traditionally kicks off in the Coachella Valley, where growers benefit from the region’s early harvest…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-22-25
…Organic Farms, one of the most respected names in organic produce. Paul described the current harvest as one of the best in years, thanks to cooler-than-usual July weather and strong…
Homegrown Organic: Stephen Paul on Fruit, Figs, Farming Future
A Refreshing Harvest and a Bright Outlook In a rare moment of seasonal reprieve, California’s Central Valley is enjoying cooler weather—and so are its farmers. Stephen Paul of Homegrown Organic…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 07-21-25
…an unusually moderate spring and early summer, conditions have been nearly ideal for growers. The Coachella Valley harvest is wrapping up, and San Joaquin Valley production is now in full…
Wade Kirschenman on Grapes, Potatoes & Policy
…“We try to be a good vendor—and a reliable one.” A Promising Grape Harvest Underway The table grape harvest was just getting underway at the time of the interview. So…
California Table Grape Season Off to a Strong Start
…crop. Sugar levels (brix) are ideal, and harvest is expected to continue through Thanksgiving and into December. Weather Contrast: 2025 Favorable Compared to Last Year Last year, extreme heat and…
Nick Foglio on Hay Markets, Water Scarcity, and the Future of California Ag
…on foreign buyers. On the commodity front, he noted that recent crop estimates—particularly in almonds—were likely inflated, contributing to price drops. A post-harvest correction could stabilize the market. Cultural Disconnect…
Almond Crop Forecast for a Strong Rebound
…These favorable conditions extended into early summer, helping to reduce heat stress in orchards and contributing to the improved yield expectations. Outlook Positive for 2025 Harvest With improved weather conditions…