…old production plant in Mexico. Once operational, the facility will contribute an additional 50 to 100 million sterile flies weekly—only about 20% of the total needed. Miller highlighted the urgent…
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…
Ground Beef Prices Hit Historic Highs Amid Supply Chain Strains
…to an already stressed supply chain, the U.S. government suspended live cattle imports from Mexico in May due to the discovery of the New World screwworm. This temporary ban on…
Tomato Tariff Sparks Industry Concerns Over Supply and Safety
Tariff on Mexican Tomatoes Raises Alarms Across Agriculture Sector The recent termination of the Tomato Suspension Agreement (TSA) has triggered a 17.09% anti-dumping tariff on fresh tomatoes imported from Mexico….
Homegrown Organic: Stephen Paul on Fruit, Figs, Farming Future
…and Global Partnerships While much of Homegrown’s business is domestic, the company works closely with growers in Mexico, Chile, Peru, and the South Pacific. Paul addressed the challenges and opportunities…
California Table Grape Season Off to a Strong Start
…LeMay noted. The cooler conditions are contributing to better fruit set and ripening, giving growers optimism for higher yields and quality. Navigating Trade and Tariffs While Canada and Mexico remain…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 07-17-25
…with Mexico, a move stirring mixed reactions across the industry. While Florida growers applaud the decision, many in Texas and California—like tomato processor Stuart Wolf of Wolf Farms—are calling for…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 07-16-25
…concern. The discussion covers California’s decision to terminate the tomato suspension agreement with Mexico, drawing both praise and criticism from stakeholders. Josh McGill notes that while some, like Florida growers,…
Lawsuit Highlights Sustainability Concerns Over Imported Avocados
…harmful practices. These practices reportedly include large-scale deforestation and soil degradation—issues that directly conflict with California law and environmental standards. Accusations of Deforestation in Mexico One of the key claims…
New Tariff Targets Mexican Tomato Imports
U.S. Imposes 17% Duty After Talks Break Down The U.S. government has officially implemented a 17% import duty on most fresh tomatoes from Mexico after negotiations to prevent the tariff…
R-CALF Urges Action on Screwworm Near Border
…West reports that R-CALF USA CEO Bill Bullard has voiced strong opposition to any plans to reopen the U.S.–Mexico border unless Mexico demonstrates the disease has been eradicated. Letter Sent…
Canada’s Trade Moves Raise Concerns for U.S. Meat Exporters
…that effectively shield them from being altered during international trade negotiations, including those under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). “These guardrails,” Borror noted, “are a troubling signal to many in…
Yuma, Arizona: Winter Lettuce Capital Powering Ag Innovation
…Tanimura & Antle’s collaboration spans California, Mexico, and Yuma, bringing extensive resources and experience to the startups incubated through The Reservoir. A new startup has already joined the program, signaling…
Hilton Slams Solar on Farmland, Pledges Support for California Ag
…in Mexico. “It’s shocking—they’re literally trucking stolen tractors across the border.” The Freight and Fuel Burden From $8 diesel to overregulated electric tractors, Hilton blasted Sacramento’s policies as anti-business and…