…helped create the tractor trade-in program, which covers up to 80% of the cost for new, cleaner-running tractors,” Cunha said. The program, developed with industry partners like Roger Isom, is…
Morada Produce Reports Cherry Shortage
…short but critical season before the Northwest and international competitors enter the scene. “Retailers invested in the California cherry program despite high prices,” Jameson said, explaining how cherries help drive…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-27-25
…of the H-2A program, with Cunha explaining why it’s often unworkable for California producers. He calls for a new guest worker program that provides temporary legal status and protections for…
Cunha on Immigration, Labor, Regulatory Reform
…give growers and workers the tools they need to comply and succeed.” 6. Challenges with the H-2A Guest Worker Program Cunha criticized the H-2A program as overly expensive and unworkable…
CDFA Seeks Applicants for Fertilizer Inspection Advisory Board
…a crucial body that helps oversee the safety, quality, and effectiveness of fertilizing materials used across the state. This advisory board supports the Fertilizing Materials Inspection Program, which plays a…
California Farming at a Crossroads
…the U.S. becomes reliant on foreign sources for its fresh produce, he cautioned, it would lose control over the very resources that sustain public health. A Call to Prioritize Nutrition…
California Agriculture: A Crisis in the Making or a Wake-Up Call?
…call it what it is. It’s food,” he stated. Agriculture should not be viewed solely through a financial lens but appreciated for the colors, flavors, and nutrition it brings to…
Berry Growers: Is Your Fungicide & Miticide Program Ready for Summer?
…anyone growing strawberries, blueberries, or blackberries in the Central Coast or Central Valley. Listen now and sharpen your in-season strategy. Berry Growers: Is Your Fungicide & Miticide Program Ready for…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-17-25
…From there, the focus shifts back to the states with an in-depth breakdown of the “Big Beautiful Bill”—a sweeping piece of legislation touching everything from SNAP reform and border security…
Growing Edge: Quash® at the Forefront: Effective Management for Alternaria and Beyond
…or hull rot, Quash® Fungicide remains one of the most trusted and proven tools in your disease control program. With broad spectrum activity and many five-star UC ratings on almond…
“Big Beautiful Bill” Sparks National Debate with Key Farm Provisions
…and enable reinvestment in farm infrastructure and operations. Crucially, the bill includes updates to key federal farm programs such as the Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) Program. These adjustments aim to…
California Avocado Month Launches with Strong Supply and Soaring Demand
…avocados, known for their quality, nutrition, and versatility. Retailers are preparing for robust sales, with crop forecasts projecting 11 to 17 million pounds of avocados per week through June and…
NMPF Delves into the “Big Beautiful Bill” Potential Benefits for Agricultural Industries
…these programs, the Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) Program holds special importance. Designed as an insurance mechanism for dairy farmers, the DMC Program helps protect them against market fluctuations and unforeseen…
USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins Highlights Trade Wins, Disaster Aid, and Regulatory Cuts in House Testimony
…to the rapid distribution of disaster assistance. In just eight weeks, over $7.7 billion was sent to more than 500,000 farmers through the Emergency Commodity Assistance Program. An additional $1…