…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…
Jesse Silva Discusses California Citrus, Global Trade, Future of Farming
…produce from over 30,000 acres statewide, spanning from the North Valley to the South Valley. Jesse Silva Discusses California Citrus, Global Trade, Future of Farming Year-Round Citrus, Powered by Global…
Growing Edge: Quash® at the Forefront: Effective Management for Alternaria and Beyond
…diseases among triazoles, Quash® delivers the performance you can count on—season after season. In this short audio segment, Todd shares expert insights on: Why Quash® is still a top choice…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-13-25
…Burkdoll joins the show to talk crop protection, fungicide strategies for almonds, and how growers can manage this season’s volatile weather patterns. This Father’s Day weekend, while you’re firing up…
Strawberry Supply Holds Steady Amid Seasonal Fruit Competition
Strawberry supplies from California’s Ventura County and Watsonville-Salinas regions remain consistent, providing steady volume for retailers and distributors. Despite moderate demand—impacted by the seasonal availability of other fruits—the strawberry market…
Maximizing Shelf Life: Family Tree Farms Adapts to the Demands of Fresh Tree Fruit
…Tree Farms to span its harvest season from late April through October, thanks to the careful use of early, mid-, and late-season varieties specifically adapted to the San Joaquin Valley’s…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-10-25
…Josh celebrate this versatile citrus. From its incredible domestic market impact to fun facts (like how lemon demand slumped during COVID because of restaurant closures), they bring you insights and…
California Table Grape Season Begins with Optimism and Strong Quality
…Table Grape Commission, about the outlook for the 2025 California table grape season. According to LeMay, this year’s crop is showing significant promise, buoyed by favorable growing conditions and strong…
Pistachios Surge in Global Popularity as Market Outlook Strengthens
Pistachios Gaining Traction Worldwide As the 2025 pistachio season approaches, the global outlook for this California-grown nut is exceptionally bright. Rich Kreps, a pistachio farmer, board chairman of the American…
Generations of Growth: Daniel Jackson on Family Tree Farms’ Roots, Innovation, Future
…began collecting and trialing varieties from around the world. Today, their season stretches from April through October — a feat made possible by genetics tailored to California’s San Joaquin Valley….
California Ag at a Crossroads: Rich Kreps Talks Water, Pistachios, and Policy Reform
…late August, and Kreps promises a hands-on look with AgNetWest during the action. With trees heavy and global buyers ready, the season looks bright — if California can get out…
California Table Grape Season Kicks Off Strong: Ian LeMay Shares Optimism for 2025-26
…Table Grape Season Kicks Off Strong: Ian LeMay Shares Optimism for 2025-26 The season began in Coachella Valley on May 12, and harvest will continue there through mid-July. The San…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-13-25
…Berkdahl joins the show to talk crop protection, fungicide strategies for almonds, and how growers can manage this season’s volatile weather patterns. This Father’s Day weekend, while you’re firing up…



















