…in the Trump administration’s ongoing efforts to prioritize agricultural trade and ensure that U.S. producers are equipped to compete on the global stage. Stay tuned for more updates on American…
American Agriculture History Minute: Believing in the Future of Agriculture
Tenderfoot Creek on the Lewis & Clark National Forest Forest Service Northern Region from Missoula, MT, USA, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute explains…
Fifth-Generation Farmer Stephanie Moreda Sounds Alarm on Land Grabs in California
…connected to presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy, and noted that former President Donald Trump, may be unaware of the crisis despite his past efforts to protect agricultural land from similar…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-02-25
…agricultural landscape on this week’s episode of the AgNet News Hour from AgNet West. We’re bringing you the latest updates on the ongoing tariff discussions, the future of the Farm…
Fresh Vegetable Availability Drops, But Onions and Tomatoes Hold Strong
According to the USDA’s Economic Research Service, per capita availability of fresh vegetables in the United States dropped by 3% in 2024, falling to 148 pounds. While this figure doesn’t…
California Board to Address Plastic Packaging in Ag Sector
The California State Board of Food and Agriculture is set to host an important meeting that could shape the future of packaging within the state’s agricultural industry. The board will…
Key Dates for Growers and Agricultural Professionals
Mark your calendars—several important events are coming up for growers, PCAs, and agricultural professionals. These summits and expos offer access to the latest research, expert speakers, and networking opportunities across…
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
Agave Amante Darmanin, via Wikimedia Commons California farmers are embracing a significant agricultural shift by increasingly growing agave, a resilient and drought-tolerant crop. Agave, best known for its role as…
Latest Projections for California 2024-2025 Valencia Orange Crop Released
Valencia Oranges Challiyan, via Wikimedia Commons The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) and the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service have released their latest projections for the 2024-2025 Valencia…
Melband Appointed New President of the California Avocado Commission
…state’s agricultural economy. His tenure is expected to focus on advancing market strategies, fostering grower relations, and addressing ongoing challenges such as sustainability and resource management. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk…
Rollins Travels the World Promoting U.S. Agriculture Market
Image by unkas/DepositPhotos image Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter”, for AgNet West. Ag Secretary Brooke Rawlins talking about the agricultural market, which would definitely help out California. Rollins Travels the…
Almond Update: ABC Almond Leadership Program Supports FFA Scholarships
…to California FFA students. This initiative helps young leaders achieve their academic and career goals, strengthening the agricultural industry for generations to come. At the annual California FFA State Conference,…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 05-29 25
…state’s outdated ban on autonomous agricultural equipment from the 1970s. The ban, which requires operators in tractors, conflicts with the need for autonomous vehicles due to labor shortages. The right-to-repair…