…in January on California’s coastal ranch, Family Tree Farms manages a near year-round blueberry harvest across California, Mexico, Peru, and now Florida. The reach is extensive—but the reason is simple:…
Screwworm Threat Sparks Swift Federal Action
…by suspending live animal imports from Mexico, where the parasite has recently been detected. The screwworm—a flesh-eating fly larva—poses a particularly lethal threat to the cattle industry, making vigilance and…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-20-25
…Brooke Rollins leads the show. In response to growing screwworm activity near the U.S.-Mexico border, the USDA has broken ground on a new $8.5 million sterile fly production facility in…
Agricultural Trails Shaped the West
…a unique role in agricultural and settlement history. Agricultural Trails Shaped the West The Santa Fe Trail led southwest from Independence to Santa Fe, New Mexico. This route supported early…
Foreign Land Ownership Sparks Concern Among California Farmers
…sees as both an economic and national security risk. “In my farming region alone, we have a naval air base, 50 miles of international border with Mexico, and sensitive infrastructure…
Generations of Growth: Daniel Jackson on Family Tree Farms’ Roots, Innovation, Future
…Peru, Mexico, and Florida. With each clamshell bearing the Family Tree name, the brand now enjoys consistent consumer recognition. Massive Scale, Global Footprint Today, Family Tree Farms moves between 160…
California Table Grape Season Kicks Off Strong: Ian LeMay Shares Optimism for 2025-26
…exports accounting for roughly 30% of production. Key markets like Canada and Mexico remain tariff-free, which LeMay says is critical for maintaining export strength. Challenges on the horizon? Labor remains…
Tomatoes to Tequila: Stuart Woolf’s Agave Revolution in California
…of the water needed for traditional Central Valley crops. “I went to Mexico, studied their agave farming, and realized we could grow it faster here — hotter summers, drip irrigation….
May Rural Mainstreet Index: Still Below Growth Neutral
…the same 2024 period, fell from $3.4 billion in 2024 to $2.7 billion in 2025 for a decline of 19.3%. • For Q1, 2025, Mexico was the top destination for regional…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 05-30-25
…Court of International Trade that Trump lacks such authority under the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act. The ruling requires the removal of tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, but…
Significant Agricultural Shift by Increasingly Growing Agave
…regions in Mexico. As farmers pivot towards more sustainable crops, the agricultural landscape in California is evolving, showcasing innovation in response to climate challenges. The introduction of agave farming highlights…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 05-29 25
…Screw Worm, a flesh-eating maggot affecting cattle, bison, and horses near the U.S.-Mexico border. The U.S. has closed its border to these imports, funded a $21 million project in Mexico…
Crucial Agreement Between U.S. and Mexico Halted
In 2024, President Joe Biden halted a crucial agreement between the U.S. and Mexico that allowed American inspectors to examine avocado products in Mexico, citing serious concerns about threats from…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 05-27-25
…pests like weevils from entering the U.S. from Mexico, due to safety concerns posed by cartels. The Biden administration previously withdrew inspectors for similar reasons. The segment also highlights the…