…regions like the U.S., Canada, Europe, Africa, and more. The Coalition emphasizes the importance of shedding light on challenges in the fresh produce supply chain globally to help the industry,…
Production Challenges and Opportunities for California Prune Growers
…Manager Sarah Castro said that varieties including the patented UC Yolo Gold and J2N cultivars will support farmers through difficult periods like crop failure. “Sometimes there can be crop failures…
Additional $205 Million in Funding for Sites Reservoir
Congress has given the green light for a significant boost to the Sites Reservoir Project, based on a recommendation from the Bureau of Reclamation. A total of $205.6 million in…
California Citrus Farmers Anticipate a Good Year Despite Several Challenges
California citrus farmers are finding ways to adapt to the changing landscape, as the challenges of this production year come to light. Amid the harvest of California navels, mandarins, and…
Almond Matters: Orchard Preparations for Almond Bloom
…trees ready for the coming growing season. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll sheds light on the significance of the pre-bloom period, emphasizing a need to start…
Navigating Weather Challenges in Almond Orchards: Insights from BASF
…navigating the challenges posed by varying weather conditions during the critical bloom period. Samler’s expertise sheds light on the nuanced relationship between weather patterns and almond orchard health, empowering farmers…
Week in Review: Grower Perspective on Pest Management & Navigating New Challenges with Neonics
In a recent discussion on pest management challenges, Eric Morgan, VP of Environmental Science and Resources at Braga Fresh, shed light on the evolving landscape of crop protection strategies. A…
Shifting Strategies: A Grower’s Perspective on Pest Management Challenges
In a recent discussion on pest management challenges, Eric Morgan, VP of Environmental Science and Resources at Braga Fresh, shed light on the evolving landscape of crop protection strategies. Morgan…
Fertilizer Research Act to Analyze Drivers of High Costs
…to provide farmers with more options and price stability. The bill aims to shed light on market factors influencing fertilizer prices, empowering farmers to make informed decisions about their production…
Report Confirms Second Straight Year of Decline in Almond Acreage
…shed light on the findings, noting, “The latest Land IQ analysis points to a decrease in total acreage due to fewer new plantings and an increase in orchard removals.” Despite…
Positive Outlook for Walnut Industry with Price Recommendation
…reporting it to be one of the best in recent memory. In light of these positive developments, the WBA urges handlers to structure grower returns around the minimum price of…
Ag Economics Expert on Recession Expectations
…recession,” he said. “Or maybe it just means that yes, we do have this light recession, but maybe it gets pushed out a quarter. That’s definitely a possibility. And again,…
Almond Update: Almond Industry Gatherings Coming Up in October
…and meet. However, we will have some light refreshments and we need to be cognizant of how many people are showing up at these locations,” Hillman noted. “So, we are…
Agricultural Truck Drivers Detail Industry Challenges in New Report
…of California Can Do,” was recently released by the UC Berkeley Labor Center. This comprehensive study, the first of its kind in almost three decades, sheds light on the labor…