…Wade said. “They can look great one day and start bruising or rotting the next.” Despite the challenges, their potatoes reach nearly every U.S. state and Canadian province. “These are…
California Table Grape Season Off to a Strong Start
…negotiations would not impede market access. Keeping Agriculture’s Voice Heard in Washington LeMay detailed how the commission actively engages with USDA, USTR, and the White House to ensure table grape…
Nick Foglio on Hay Markets, Water Scarcity, and the Future of California Ag
…and Generational Exits With water, freight, and labor all tightening, some multigenerational farmers are exiting agriculture altogether. “You’re seeing third, fourth generation farmers selling property… and buying an office building…
Coastal Grandmother Talks Ag and Online Influence
Lex Nicoleta, the creator of the viral Coastal Grandmother aesthetic, joined AgNet West to reflect on her unexpected rise to influencer fame—and how her connection to California agriculture is shaping…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 07-18-25
…agriculture in California. Wayde shares insights into labor and immigration concerns, the complexities of tariffs—especially on watermelons exported to Canada—and how freight, regulations, and water access play major roles in…
Trump Administration Ends Regional Food Business Centers Program
…Role of Government in Agriculture The closure underscores a deepening ideological divide over how best to support American agriculture. While some applaud the move as a return to market-driven policy,…
Beef Industry Backs USDA Farm Security Plan
Strengthening Beef Security: USDA Unveils National Protection Strategy U.S. cattle producers are welcoming a major announcement from Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, who recently unveiled a new national plan aimed…
U.S.-Indonesia Trade Deal Boosts Agriculture and Energy Exports
…two nations. The deal includes significant provisions for U.S. agriculture, energy, and food processing industries, creating expanded opportunities for American producers and exporters. U.S.-Indonesia Trade Deal Boosts Agriculture and Energy…
Senators Resist Effort to Override Prop 12
Democratic Senators Oppose Preemption of State Animal Welfare Laws A coalition of 32 Democratic U.S. Senators has sent a formal letter to the leadership of the Senate Agriculture Committee, voicing…
Almond Crop Forecast for a Strong Rebound
…volatility. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt Ramsey November 4, 2025 CIR Agriculture Harvester Products November 1, 2025 Beef on Dairy…
George Washington Helped Grow American Farming
…the foundation for U.S. agricultural trade. “Washington was among the first to export grain to Europe and the West Indies.” — Mark Oppold That’s today’s American Agriculture History Minute. By…
Flush Irrigation Systems to Prevent Failures
Importance of Irrigation Systems Maintenance in Agriculture When it comes to irrigation efficiency and soil health, regular maintenance of irrigation systems is essential—especially flushing. According to Cory Broad, Agronomic Sales…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 07-17-25
…current ag headlines, real grower concerns, and future-forward insights from around California’s farming community. The show opens with a breakdown of the U.S. government’s termination of the tomato suspension agreement…
Boosting Beef Demand Through Sustainability and Consumer Trust
…Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt Ramsey November 4, 2025 CIR Agriculture Harvester Products November 1, 2025 Beef on Dairy Industry Report Highlights Growth and Opportunity September 8, 2025…