…challenges. Perez highlighted the year-round pest management needs of citrus, the importance of advanced technology for frost control, and the differences between Central Valley and Southern California citrus farming. They…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 03-21-25
…project aims to address California’s 76 billion dollar deficit and improve water management. The show also highlighted the peak citrus season in North America, with high volumes but low prices….
USDA Expediting Direct Economic Assistance to Agricultural Producers
…schedule, ensuring farmers have the resources necessary to manage rising expenses and secure financing for next season.” Authorized by the American Relief Act, 2025, these economic relief payments are based…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 03-18-25
…affected by severe storms in the Midwest and Northeast. Upcoming interviews include a discussion on citrus farming with Mondo Perez and a Citrus and Specialty Crop Expo in Tampa, Florida….
Citrus Greening Quarantine Expanded
…by 13.16 square miles. APHIS is taking this action because of citrus greening detections in plant tissue samples collected from residential properties in Orange County. There is no commercial citrus…
Avocado Supply Affected by Regional Growing Conditions
…its annual supply by 8% and is producing smaller fruit. California’s avocado season started earlier than usual, which could extend the season duration. Avocado Supply Affected by Regional Growing Conditions…
The Stretch Run for Western Mountain Snowpack Season
DepositPhotos image How do Western mountains look regarding snowpack accumulations and potential Spring and Summer water supplies with season’s end approaching? Rod Bain reports. The Stretch Run for Western Mountain…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 03-14-25
…gas prices. Additionally, the show highlighted an upcoming Citrus Expo in Tampa, Florida, and the expansion of the citrus greening quarantine area in Orange County. Listen to previous AgNet News…
Drought Coverage Picture for Crops and Commodities
Young corn growing in dry drought season Image by stevanovicigor/DepositPhotos Rod Bain has a look at the drought coverage picture for crops and commodities. Elevated drought coverage nationwide over the…
APHIS Expands the Citrus Greening (Huanglongbing) Quarantined Area in California
…this action because of citrus greening detections in plant tissue samples collected from residential properties in Orange County. There is no commercial citrus impacted by this expansion. APHIS is applying…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 03-12-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. In this episode of the AgNet News Hour, hosts Lorrie Boyer and Nick Papagni discuss various agricultural topics, including citrus…
Agronomic Minute: Almond Growers Advised to Stay Vigilant Against Alternaria This Summer
…new growth for up to 25 days. While growers are allowed up to three applications per season, they are encouraged to rotate different modes of action to prevent resistance buildup….
Supply of Organic Mandarins from California Robust
…for this time of year. California growers anticipate an early bloom for the next citrus crop, possibly influenced by earlier stone fruit and almond blooms. Supply of Organic Mandarins from…
Agronomic Minute: Managing Shot Hole and Scab in Almond Orchards This Season
As almond growers enter the growing season, two early-season diseases are top of mind: shot hole and scab. These fungal infections can significantly impact orchard health and yield, making early…


















