…3 for Los Gatos, making it one of the earliest tomato processors to kick off in California. The plant runs continuously—24 hours a day for about 100 days—beginning with organic…
Farm Bankruptcy on the Rise Amid Economic Strain
…agricultural industry experienced before the COVID-19 pandemic. Ryan Loy, an extension economist with the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture, reports that 259 Chapter 12 bankruptcy filings occurred between…
Tomato Trade Shift Pressures U.S. Processors
…market, putting significant downward pressure on prices and creating new challenges for processors. Outlook for Processors Remains Cautious These combined factors—volatile market conditions, international trade uncertainty, and shifting demand—have producers…
Texas Revives Screwworm Fight with New Swormlure-5 Bait
…this modernized approach, reinforcing its role as a frontline defender against agricultural pests. Conclusion With the reemergence of screwworm posing a serious threat to livestock industries and ecosystems, Texas is…
U.S.–Japan Trade Deal Boosts Agricultural Exports and Investment
…major financial commitment, Japan has also pledged to invest $550 billion into the U.S. economy. Lorrie Boyer reports: U.S.–Japan Trade Deal Boosts Agricultural Exports and Investment While full details of…
Early Turnpikes Paved the Way for American Agriculture
…turnpike roads. While we often think of tractors, irrigation systems, and railroads when discussing agricultural development, the role of rural roads was equally foundational. How Early Turnpikes Paved the Way…
2025 California Almond Crop Forecast Hits 3 Billion Pounds
USDA Forecast Projects Stronger Almond Harvest The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) has released its 2025 California Almond Objective Measurement Report, estimating this year’s almond crop…
U.S. Spirits Sales Plunge Amid Canada Trade Dispute
…support a spirits industry that has long been economically beneficial for both nations. Conclusion The trade dispute underscores the interconnectedness of global agricultural and beverage markets. With millions in lost…
Court Limits ICE Actions in Southern California
…lawful and necessary. A full hearing will be scheduled in the coming weeks to determine whether the TRO will be extended or lifted. Implications for Agricultural Employers Employers across the…
Tomato Tariff Sparks Industry Concerns Over Supply and Safety
…and the Fresh Produce Association of America, have voiced strong opposition to the tariff. These groups argue that instead of boosting American farming, the end of the TSA may create…
Rubber Tires Revolutionized American Tractors
…step forward. In 1932, Firestone outfitted an Allis-Chalmers Model U tractor with large, low-pressure rubber tires. The result? A smoother ride, greater efficiency, and a breakthrough in agricultural machinery. Farmers…
New Tax Provision Eases Capital Gains Burden for Farmers
…Wisconsin-Madison Division, outlines how this change benefits agricultural producers, particularly those planning to sell farmland. New Tax Provision Eases Capital Gains Burden for Farmers New Capital Gains Flexibility Under Code…
Cotton Acreage Drops Significantly Across the Belt
…news for cotton producers on the policy front. Smith highlighted significant improvements in the agricultural provisions of the latest reconciliation package. Chief among them is the increase in the seed…
EPA Region 9 Administrator Meets with Ag Leaders on Air Quality
…Meets with Ag Leaders on Air Quality Meeting Hosted by Key Agricultural Associations The meeting was co-hosted by the California Cotton Ginners and Growers Association and the Western Agricultural Processors…