…consumers. The first producer fee assessments are expected to be issued in August, with organizations warning that resulting price increases could begin appearing as early as September and October. Supporters…
Global Cherry Markets Shift as Harvests Expand Across the Northern Hemisphere
…added competition and putting downward pressure on prices. A recent report showed how harvest activity across the Northern Hemisphere is reshaping cherry supplies and influencing export demand. Growers and marketers…
Fresh Fruit Prices Expected to Remain Stable Despite Lower Farm Prices
…Fresh Fruit Price Outlook Highlights Farm-Level Challenges Although retail prices have remained steady, farm-level fruit prices have told a different story. According to ERS, fruit prices at the farm level…
Retail Lamb Sales Climb as Consumers Continue to Pay Higher Prices
…interest. Average retail lamb prices increased 12.6% year over year, rising from $8.13 per pound to $9.15 per pound. Every region of the country experienced price increases, with the Southeast…
Steve Malanca: California Almond Crop May Tighten as Water Challenges Continue
Strong Almond Prices and Water Concerns Shape 2026 Outlook Steve Malanca California almond growers are entering the 2026 season with cautious optimism as stronger prices, manageable inventories, and steady global…
Beef Industry Faces Questions as Processing Capacity Shifts and Herd Expansion Looms
…in the United States,” he said. “If they’ve got feed and they’re incentivized by price, and if they think it’s finally safe to go out in the woods after they…
Unusual Weather Patterns Reshape California Strawberry Season
…June as consumers increase purchases and retailers expand promotional programs. This year, however, reduced supplies have led to stronger prices at a time when many customers would prefer more abundant…
Beef Prices, Tri-Tip Secrets, and the Future of Meat: Darren Hill Breaks It All Down
…restaurants and families planning their next barbecue. The Reality Behind Rising Beef Prices According to Hill, the beef industry continues to face a significant cattle shortage. The U.S. cattle herd…
Beef Prices Remain High as Demand Stays Strong, Industry Expert Says
…cattle supplies, has contributed to continued price pressure throughout the supply chain. While beef prices remain high, Hill believes consumers still view beef as a worthwhile purchase, particularly when preparing…
Popcorn’s Remarkable Journey Through American Agricultural History
…still enjoy. While countless families struggled financially, popcorn remained inexpensive, costing only five to ten cents per bag. Its low price and simple production made it especially valuable during difficult…
Edward Ring Warns California Energy Policies Are Driving Up Gas Prices and Hurting Agriculture
…“That adds 50 cents to a dollar to the price of gasoline right there,” Ring explained. The conversation focused heavily on how energy costs directly impact agriculture through fuel prices,…
California Policy, Meat Industry Concerns, and Governor Race Take Center Stage for Agriculture
…portion of the market, questions are being raised about pricing transparency and competition. “When you have less competitors, that means the price for you and I goes through the roof,”…
California Insurance Crisis: Can Experience Fix What’s Broken?
…policy decisions coming out of Sacramento. According to her, excessive regulation, price controls, and environmental policies have created an environment where insurers cannot properly assess or price risk. She also…
California Ag at a Crossroads: Policy, Pressure, and Opportunity
…the need for regulatory reform, something she says is long overdue. Affordability is the driving issue, impacting everything from housing to food prices. For agriculture, that means balancing environmental goals…