…to supply fresh potatoes through mid-July. The Pacific Northwest had a favorable growing season with mild winter and timely rains, though it slowed early progress. Demand is strong, particularly for…
American Agriculture History Minute: Allis Chalmers Company Beginning
…A; Pacific Power Company; Pacific Gas and Electric Company; Mt. Lassen Power Company; Shannon, Harry L; Noble, Hamden Holmes; Shasta Power Company; Mt. Lassen Water and Power Company; Strutt, J…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 04-29-25
…value of $417 million. Additionally, the hosts addressed the issue of Tijuana dumping sewage into the Pacific, affecting San Diego and causing environmental damage, with efforts led by Jim Desmond…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 04-24-25
…to increase almond sales and gather consumer feedback. The partnership is ABC’s first limited-time offer with a food service chain. Additionally, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced $360 million in…
American Agriculture History Minute: Western Great Plains Becomes Open Cattle Range
The great West- a vast empire. A comprehensive history of the trans-Mississippi states and territories. By F. L. Dana / Internet Archive Book Images No restrictions / via Wikimedia Commons…
Tree Nut Growers Prepare for New Water Rules Ahead of 2025 Deadline
…by thanking attendees and recognizing CDFA for its ongoing partnership with the tree nut industry. Angela Terrazzas, a Senior Environmental Scientist with CDFA, and Briana Russell, a specialist with the…
Canadian Manufacturers Say Tariffs Are Undermining North American Industry
The Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters Council says recent U.S. trade actions have destabilized the North American manufacturing sector, threatening a long-standing economic partnership between Canada and the United States. In…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 04-07-25
…The initiative, funded by a public-private academic partnership, includes solar panels over Turlock Irrigation District canals. The project reduces evaporation, improves water quality, and cuts maintenance costs. It could supply…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 04-04-25
…of tariffs on markets. The segment concluded with a mention of Josh F.W. Cook’s appointment as EPA Regional Administrator for the Pacific Southwest. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……
Study Finds Pierce’s Disease Prevention Saves California Growers Millions
…the Pierce’s Disease and Glassy-Winged Sharpshooter Board, credits the success of a public-private partnership that funds research and prevention efforts. The program, funded by grower assessments along with state and…
Farmers Raise Concerns Over Proposed USTR Shipping Fees
…million fee on soybean exports could raise shipping costs from the Pacific Northwest to China from $11.90 per bushel to $12.29. Farmers also argue that competitors like Brazil and Argentina,…
Senate Bill 353 Introduced to Extend Farm to Food Bank Tax Credit
…to local food banks. The bill aims to strengthen the partnership between farmers, food banks, and families, ensuring continued access to healthy food. Senate Bill 353 Introduced to Extend Farm…
Stewardship Agreement Announced to Enhance Wildfire Prevention
…enhance wildfire prevention by expanding fuel breaks across private and federal lands in California and Oregon. This initiative, involving the USDA, US Forest Service, and Sierra Pacific Industries, will add…
USDA/NASS Reports Decrease in Pacific Region Milk Production
The USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (USDA/NASS) reported a 5.7% decrease in Pacific Region milk production from January 2024 to January 2025, with production per cow in California down 120…