Avocado grove Brooks Tropicals, via Wikimedia Commons In Southern California, persistent drought conditions continue to elevate wildfire risks, posing a significant challenge for agricultural communities, especially avocado growers. Wildfires last…
Are Solar Panels Safe on Farmland?
…a family farmer says: “I am very concerned with America’s prime farmland, being covered with taxpayer subsidize, solar panel installation, food security is national security and if we cover our…
Land O’Lakes, Inc. CEO Receives Recognition
…a critical issue for the agricultural workforce. As chair of the Business Roundtable’s immigration committee, she has worked to promote policies that support farmers and agricultural businesses, ensuring access to…
Tree Nut Industry Preparing for an Important Event
The tree nut industry is preparing for an important event on the agricultural calendar—the 2025 Western Tree Nut Association annual meeting. Scheduled to take place in Monterey, California, this gathering…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 05-22-25
…trade talks continue, and China negotiations are ongoing. Weather conditions in the US, Brazil, and China are impacting agricultural markets. The Make America Healthy Again Commission‘s potential ban on pesticides…
Rollins Vows Better USDA Customer Service During Road Trip
…supporting U.S. farmers and ensuring agricultural stability. With policy reforms, staffing adjustments, and international trade concerns shaping the landscape, USDA continues to adapt to the evolving needs of the agricultural…
Organic vs. the Weather
Fertile agricultural field of organic crops in California Copyright: veeterzy / 123RF Stock Photo Talking with Steven Paul from Homegrown Organic Farms and asking is this the perfect weather here…
Production and Transition of Fresh Produce Looks Promising
…market conditions. Farmers and distributors are monitoring supply closely to ensure that the availability of green bell peppers remains reliable for consumers. The agricultural industry benefits greatly from favorable weather…
“Farmers First” Policies Promoted by Rollins
…hurdles, the USDA remains focused on realigning its resources and approach to best serve America’s agricultural communities. Her trip highlights the complex landscape of agricultural policy and the competing priorities…
American Agriculture History Minute: Oregon’s Agricultural Leadership
“Stringing Time for Hops” in Independence, Oregon OSU Special Collections & Archives : Commons, No restrictions, via Wikimedia Commons American Agriculture History Minute: Oregon’s Agricultural Leadership Mark Oppold presents an…
Almond Board of California Releases April Position Report
…leading international destinations for almonds in April included India, Spain, the UAE, the Netherlands, Germany, Italy, and Japan. New almond sales reached 87,367 metric tons, reflecting a nearly 12% year-over-year…
Reservoir Farms Opens Applications for Inaugural Cohort of 12 Startups
DepositPhotos image Reservoir Farms, an agricultural technology incubator based in California’s Salinas Valley, has opened applications for its inaugural cohort of 12 startups. The initiative is designed to foster innovation…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 05-19-25
…months, tensions mounted. The Center for Biological Diversity sued the National Park Service, arguing grazing leases harm the environment. Meanwhile, the Public Lands Council defended ranchers, advocating for multi-use land…
Disaster Declaration Submitted by San Joaquin County Agriculture Commissioner
Mx. Granger, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons In response, the San Joaquin County Agriculture Commissioner has submitted a disaster declaration to the California Office of Emergency Services. The state agency will…