…like potatoes and grapes. “High diesel costs and California’s strict trucking regulations make everything more expensive,” Wade explained. “It’s hard to get trucks at a good price—but if people want…
California Table Grape Season Off to a Strong Start
…Hurricane Hilary disrupted the harvest, but this season has been notably calmer. “We count our blessings… we’re not seeing the extreme heat that caused early fruit loss in past years,”…
Nick Foglio on Hay Markets, Water Scarcity, and the Future of California Ag
…Ag Nick Foglio Foglio described a softening hay market, where top-end delivered alfalfa prices peaked around $275 per ton but have since dipped. Dry cow hay prices hover between $170–$190…
USDA Opens Sign-Up for Supplemental Disaster Relief Program
…insurance or NAP coverage for the next two years Payments will be calculated by increasing current insurance coverage levels using a USDA-defined factor. Where to Get More Information Producers looking…
The Growing Edge: Pistachio Pest Watch – Vital Insights from the Field
…Mealybugs to the looming risk of Botryosphaeria, Todd shares timely advice and proven solutions—including why coverage is king when applying key products like Senstar® Insecticide and Quash® Fungicide. Whether you’re…
New Tariff Targets Mexican Tomato Imports
…of Higher Consumer Prices Critics, including U.S. companies that operate tomato farms in Mexico, warn that the tariff will increase costs for American consumers. Tim Richards, a professor at Arizona…
Mid-July Update: Hay and Alfalfa Market Prices
…Price Range: $250 – $265 per ton delivered Blender-Type Hay: Clean, soft 53 TDN hay suitable for blending Price Range: $205 – $215 per ton Dry Cow Alfalfa: Lower-end hay…
Grapes May Help Postmenopausal Women Combat Muscle Loss
…loss and weakness. Researchers found that consuming just 1.5 cups of grapes per day significantly improved muscle strength and boosted levels of irisin, a hormone known for supporting energy metabolism…
Chad Bianco: “California Is in Crisis—And Agriculture Is Paying the Price”
…to agriculture, land use, and rural representation. Chad Bianco: “California Is in Crisis—And Agriculture Is Paying the Price” “Everyone has just had enough,” Bianco said. “California is in crisis, and…
California Fresh Fruit Industry Faces Crisis
…foreign competitors face far fewer restrictions. “It makes it really tough to be competitive,” he warned, especially as other countries adopt U.S. techniques without the regulatory price tag. Labor Reform…
California Walnuts Battle Global Price Pressure
…exporters face in international markets. California Walnuts Battle Global Price Pressure “India currently imposes a 100% tariff on all California walnuts,” Jameson explained. “That doubles the cost of entry, making…
Agricultural Prices Rise 1.7% in May Amid Climbing Farm Costs
…indexes ticking upward. This contributed to a 1.7% overall rise in agricultural prices, reflecting complex shifts across key sectors. Ag Prices Rise 1.7% in May Amid Climbing Farm Costs Crop…
Imperial Valley Sugar Plant Closure Raises Crop Market Concerns
…“and then you’re talking about a huge support industry—harvest, planting, chemical and fertilizer companies. We had 28,000 acres of sugar beets this year.” The loss of a key processing facility…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 07-03-25
…industry. After years of logistical challenges and price pressure, this year’s weather and market alignment may finally deliver the quality and yield farmers need. He also highlights improved marketing efforts…























