Agave Amante Darmanin, via Wikimedia Commons California farmers are embracing a significant agricultural shift by increasingly growing agave, a resilient and drought-tolerant crop. Agave, best known for its role as…
Latest Projections for California 2024-2025 Valencia Orange Crop Released
Valencia Oranges Challiyan, via Wikimedia Commons The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) and the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service have released their latest projections for the 2024-2025 Valencia…
Melband Appointed New President of the California Avocado Commission
…state’s agricultural economy. His tenure is expected to focus on advancing market strategies, fostering grower relations, and addressing ongoing challenges such as sustainability and resource management. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk…
Rollins Travels the World Promoting U.S. Agriculture Market
Image by unkas/DepositPhotos image Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter”, for AgNet West. Ag Secretary Brooke Rawlins talking about the agricultural market, which would definitely help out California. Rollins Travels the…
Almond Update: ABC Almond Leadership Program Supports FFA Scholarships
…to California FFA students. This initiative helps young leaders achieve their academic and career goals, strengthening the agricultural industry for generations to come. At the annual California FFA State Conference,…
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…state’s outdated ban on autonomous agricultural equipment from the 1970s. The ban, which requires operators in tractors, conflicts with the need for autonomous vehicles due to labor shortages. The right-to-repair…
United States Experiencing Significant Vegetable Import Increase
…trends, including advancements in cold-chain infrastructure and competitive international sourcing. This shift may have implications for domestic growers and processors, encouraging innovation in value-added vegetable products. Looking ahead, continued growth…
American Agriculture History Minute: Lewis and Clark Agricultural Discoveries
…Commons Mark Oppold with an American agriculture history minute explains that there were a lot of agricultural discoveries in the travels of Lewis and Clark, not just discovering new lands….
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 05-28-25
…trucking companies. He notes that insurance costs and regulatory burdens exacerbate these issues. The conversation also touches on the impact of these challenges on various agricultural commodities, such as almonds,…
Current State of Farming, Particular Focusing on Almond – Pistachio Markets
…prices strong due to limited inventory, despite the challenges posed by water scarcity. In conclusion, the current agricultural landscape is a mix of promising developments and persistent challenges. While almonds…
Drought Causes Significant Challenges to California Farmers
…due to recurring drought cycles and stringent water restrictions. Dave Puglia, President and CEO of the Western Growers Association, highlights the urgent need for a multifaceted approach to address the…
California Ag Markets Experiencing Mixed Recovery After Tariff Disruption
…patterns, water availability, and trade policies all play a role in influencing agricultural success. As conditions shift, stakeholders across the industry continue to assess the evolving landscape to determine long-term…
American Agriculture History Minute: Economic Impact of Rural Electrification
…impacted rural economies, keeping them primarily agricultural-based. He points out that businesses and factories preferred urban locations where electrical power was readily available. Mark concludes today’s program by highlighting a…
Crucial Agreement Between U.S. and Mexico Halted
…the necessity of oversight to protect consumers and safeguard agricultural interests. Without proper inspections, the risk of infested avocados reaching grocery stores and households increases, potentially leading to widespread issues…