DepositPhotos image The University of Reading study found that consuming 50 grams of walnuts, roughly a handful, can enhance cognitive performance in young adults, improving reaction times and memory. The…
American Agriculture History Minute: Michigan Becomes a Top Agricultural Producing State in Many Commodities
Old Mission Peninsula, North of Traverse City, Michigan DepositPhotos image I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. American Agriculture History Minute: Michigan Becomes a Top Agricultural Producing State…
Hass Avocado Board Opens 2025 Nominations
The Hass Avocado Board (HAB) has officially opened nominations for its 2025 election cycle, inviting industry leaders to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the U.S. avocado…
Agronomic Minute: Almond Growers Advised to Stay Vigilant Against Alternaria This Summer
Almond trees alley – Blossom Trail, Fresno California DepositPhotos image As California’s almond orchards transition from bloom to petal fall, growers are being advised to shift their focus to managing…
Deadline Extended for 2024 Census of Horticultural Specialties
DepositPhotos image The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) has extended the response deadline for the 2024 Census of Horticultural Specialties (CHS Instruction Sheet) to April…
Rollins Expresses Optimism About Administration’s Efforts to Expand Market Access for Producers
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins Brooke Rollins, USDA Secretary of Agriculture, expressed optimism about the Trump administration’s efforts to expand market access for producers during a recent speech at…
Supply of Organic Mandarins from California Robust
…for this time of year. California growers anticipate an early bloom for the next citrus crop, possibly influenced by earlier stone fruit and almond blooms. Supply of Organic Mandarins from…
FPAA Preparing for the 2025 Spring Policy Summit
Major topics include Trade, USMCA, Social Responsibility, Ag Water Rule and more Image courtesy of: Fresh Produce Association of the Americas The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas is preparing…
Global Berry Demand Forecast
DepositPhotos image Global berry demand is forecast to increase in volume and value. Global Berry Demand Forecast Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals…
American Agriculture History Minute: John Holmes’ Contributions to Agriculture
John Clough Holmes, January 1883 Public Domain/Wikipedia image I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. American Agriculture History Minute: John Holmes’ Contributions to Agriculture John Holmes is part…
Agricultural Sector Responds to Tariff Implementation
DepositPhotos image The U.S. agricultural sector has expressed strong concerns following the President’s decision to impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China. Industry leaders warn that these measures could have…
Montana Farmers Union President Warns New Tariffs Will Hurt Agriculture
DepositPhotos image New tariffs are raising concerns among agricultural leaders, and Montana Farmers Union President Walter Schweitzer didn’t hold back when addressing the House Agriculture Subcommittee on Livestock earlier this…
Pork Producers Urge Lawmakers to Change California Prop 12 Mandates
DepositPhotos image National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) President Lori Stevermer testified before the House Agriculture Committee’s Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry during the State of the Livestock Industry hearing,…
American Agriculture History Minute: Development of Factory-Made Agricultural Equipment
A mower, the tool used for cutting hay, vintage line drawing or engraving. DepositPhotos image I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. American Agriculture History Minute: Development of…