In Firebaugh, California, longtime farmer Joel Allen is preparing for another season of late-market cantaloupes. With planting just underway, Allen is optimistic about following the excellent early-season quality seen in…
Joel Allen on Westside Farming, Family Legacy, and Football Fame
…Joel travels cross-country each NFL season to watch Josh play. From Friday flights to weekend stadiums, he and wife Lavonne make it a priority to support their son and the…
California Table Grape Harvest Kicks Off with Strong Yields
Central Valley Growers Prepare for High-Quality 2025 Grape Season The 2025 California table grape harvest is set to begin in the Central Valley between July 1 and July 10, with…
Northwest Cherry Season Begins with Strong 2025 Crop Forecast
Sweet Cherry Harvest Kicks Off with 13% Boost in Yield Image by Stokaji/DepositPhotos The Northwest sweet cherry season is officially underway, bringing fresh excitement to cherry lovers and retailers across…
Netting Mandarins: A Citrus Shift at Kings River
…California citrus orchards—particularly for seedless mandarin production. Netting Mandarins: A Citrus Shift at Kings River “There’s really been a push for seedless mandarins in the industry,” Silva said. “Over the…
Citrus and Specialty Crop Expo 2025 Welcomes California Growers
Industry Leaders Gather in Tampa for August Ag Event California citrus and specialty crop producers are invited to attend the 2025 Citrus and Specialty Crop Expo, a premier industry event…
How One Sticker United California Agriculture
…on Ag” sticker is now seen far beyond the San Joaquin Valley. Whether it’s trucks hauling crates of almonds, produce being loaded into cargo planes, or ships carrying citrus from…
King’s River Packing Tackles Citrus Challenges
…citrus industry today. King’s River Packing Tackles Citrus Challenges With citrus now available year-round, managing marketing strategies has become more complex. “The challenge is being able to meet the demand…
Spring Rainfall Bring Thrip Challenges to California Citrus Growers
…issue facing citrus growers this season—an uptick in thrip pressure tied to spring rainfall. While the rainfall brought some much-needed water to the region, it also created ideal conditions for…
“My Job Depends on AG”: California’s Farming Backbone
…From citrus groves to almond orchards, California’s farmers produce over 400 commodities. But it’s not just about what’s grown — it’s about the people. Tens of thousands of families rely…
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…
California Citrus Shines: Jesse Silva Highlights Quality, Demand, and Imports
…optimistic picture of the citrus industry for 2025. With strong volume and standout quality on the horizon, Silva emphasized that California citrus continues to be a consumer favorite—both domestically and…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-16-25
…in terms of volume and quality this season. He also previews how Chilean imports play a key role in supporting year-round citrus availability. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……
Domestic Lemons in High Demand as Imports Decline
Market Turns Favorable for U.S. Lemons Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter,” recently caught up with Jesse Silva, Vice President of Sales at Kings River Packing, one of the largest citrus…