…the most productive agricultural regions in the world, producing more than 400 commodities while feeding consumers both domestically and internationally. Learn More About California Walnuts For recipes, nutrition information, grower…
USDA’s Fordyce Highlights SPUR Initiative, Screwworm Fight, and Historic Farm Support
…Washington. Fordyce responded by noting that California remains America’s most diverse agricultural state, producing more than 400 commodities, including dairy, rice, cotton, beef, pork, fruits, vegetables, and countless specialty crops….
California Agriculture Faces Mounting Pressure: Roger Isom Sounds the Alarm on Regulations, Water, and the Future of Farming
…packaging is far more complicated than simply replacing plastic with another material. Fresh produce, nuts, cotton, and other commodities require packaging that meets strict standards for food safety, strength, durability,…
Roger Isom Warns California Packaging Rules Could Increase Costs for Agriculture
…not opposed to protecting the environment,” Isom explained, “but agriculture depends on packaging that keeps products safe and marketable. Those realities have to be considered.” Many California commodities—including almonds, grapes,…
George Washington Carver: The Innovator Who Helped Transform Southern Agriculture
…opportunities for Southern farmers. As a result, peanuts and sweet potatoes became more valuable commodities, giving producers additional income sources and reducing their dependence on a single crop. Promoting Crop…
Crops That Shaped Early America: How Native and European Agriculture Built a Nation
…These crops provided valuable food sources and economic opportunities for early farm families. Tomatoes and pumpkins became important food crops, while peanuts and tobacco eventually developed into significant commercial commodities….
California Almond Outlook, Water Storage, and Agriculture’s Future
…worth of agricultural products to Canada, including almonds, pistachios, walnuts, wine, dairy products, lettuce, tomatoes, and many other commodities. While food security remains an important goal for every nation, the…
Daniel Jackson on Family Tree Farms, Blueberries, Water, and California Agriculture’s Future
…to enjoy fresh peaches, nectarines, apricots, and other stone fruit while supplies remain abundant. Blueberries Continue Their Rise Blueberries Blueberries have become one of Family Tree Farms’ fastest-growing commodities. Jackson…
Family Tree Farms’ Daniel Jackson Discusses Water, Farming Future, and California Agriculture
…this year due to unusually warm spring weather that accelerated crop development across many fruit-producing regions. Jackson said growers throughout the industry are seeing earlier harvest timing in numerous commodities,…
Cotton’s Early Roots in America: From Columbus to the Cotton Gin
…Crop That Changed the Economy The cotton gin helped transform cotton into one of America’s most valuable agricultural commodities. Within just ten years of Whitney’s invention, the value of the…
USDA Opens Applications for Expanded Specialty Crop Assistance Program
…and gather the information necessary to participate. Specialty crops include a broad range of fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, nursery crops and other high-value commodities that contribute significantly to U.S. agriculture….
The History of Soybeans in America: From Ship Ballast to Agricultural Powerhouse
…and oil, characteristics that would eventually make the crop one of the most versatile agricultural commodities in the world. His research highlighted the soybean’s potential not only as livestock feed…
Blueberry Industry Looks to Innovation and Marketing to Drive Future Growth
…reasons to buy more blueberries.” The initiative reflects a broader trend within agriculture, where successful commodities increasingly rely on marketing and product innovation to maintain growth. Cronquist noted that blueberries…
California Trucking Industry Grapples with Rising Fuel Costs and Regulatory Pressure
…transportation remains a critical link in the supply chain. California growers depend on trucking companies to move fresh produce, nuts, dairy products, and other commodities from farms to processors, distributors,…