…growing conditions. Precision Harvesting and Cooling The harvest process is continuous, with fruit picked daily as it matures. Once harvested, it’s quickly moved to the packing facility, pre-cooled to 32°F…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 06-11-25
…in as we unpack how water allocations—and the push for solar—are turning fertile farmland into dusty, dangerous ground. But it’s not all doom and gloom! Our feature interview is with…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-09-25
…shifting the ground beneath our feet. From drought adaptations to tariff battles, Puglia’s insights are invaluable for every grower and processor working to stay competitive. If you’re in agriculture, you…
Honeybee Health Program Moves Through California Assembly
…real-world solutions. It is supported by a broad coalition of agricultural and industry leaders, including the California Fresh Fruit Association, California Farm Bureau, California State Beekeepers Association, the Almond Alliance,…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-13-25
…message is clear: the USDA is putting farmers first. She covers a lot of ground, from slashing red tape and expanding global trade to confronting Prop 12, managing labor issues,…
Cherry Theft Arrests Underscore Ongoing Farm Security Concerns
…damage to plants and harvesting operations. Damaged produce, broken branches, and disrupted schedules increase the burden on already stretched farm operators. In response, many growers are investing in enhanced security…
California Freight Crisis Hits Farmers and Truckers Hard: A Conversation with Nick Foglio
…tariffs, U.S. almonds are regaining ground internationally as buyers return, disappointed by the lower quality of nuts from other countries. “We’ve got those buyers back,” Foglio confirmed. “The almond market…
Almond Board of California Finalizes 2025 Board Elections, Sets Path for Industry Growth
The Almond Board of California has officially finalized its 2025 Board of Directors elections, setting the stage for a new year of leadership dedicated to advancing the state’s vital almond…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 06-05-25
…what’s at stake and how to protect your operation. New Leadership at the Almond Board Next, we’ve got an update on the 2025 Almond Board of California elections. Meet the…
2025-2026 California Table Grape Season: A Fresh Start to a Global Campaign
The 2025-2026 California table grape season has officially begun, marking the start of a months-long journey of harvesting, packaging, and distribution that will ensure a steady supply of premium-quality grapes…
Tomatoes to Tequila: Stuart Woolf’s Agave Revolution in California
From almond flour to agave spirits, legendary farmer Stuart Woolf shares how he’s reshaping the future of California agriculture — one drought-tolerant plant at a time. Tomatoes to Tequila: Stuart…
California Ag Under Pressure: Innovation, Legacy, and the Voice of Nick Anderson
…it’s going to come from China.” California is the epicenter of almond production, supplying over 90% of the world’s almonds. It’s also a major source of table grapes and countless…
Trump Doubles Steel Import Tariffs as U.S.-Japan Talks Continue
The U.S. is taking a firmer stance on trade policy as President Donald Trump announces a significant increase in steel import tariffs. Under the new proposal, tariffs would rise from…
Chronic Diseases Among Children Addressed in Report
Wavebreakmedia/DepositPhotos image The “Make America Healthy Again” commission report, which seeks to address the rising prevalence of chronic diseases among children, has drawn criticism for its lack of farmer representation….