…Tree Nut Growers The Economic Outlook session is expected to provide growers with valuable insight into the market conditions affecting major tree nut commodities, including almonds, pistachios and walnuts. These…
USDA Announces $1.7 Billion Relief Package for Specialty Crop Farmers During California Visit
…range of commodities, including almonds, avocados, grapes, garlic, peaches, potatoes, and numerous other specialty crops. The event was held at Allied Potato Farms, where Rollins toured potato fields and met…
How Citrus Fruits Spread Across the World and Reached America
…valuable agricultural commodities. The Ancient Origins of Citrus Fruits Historians and researchers trace the earliest citrus cultivation to regions of Southeast Asia. Ancient communities likely cultivated primitive forms of oranges,…
Sweet Beginnings: How Candy in America Grew from Colonial Agriculture
…America’s Candy Industry As colonial America expanded, crops such as corn and sugar cane became increasingly important to the developing economy. These agricultural commodities were not only used for food…
California Farming at a Crossroads: Stephen Paul Sounds the Alarm on Water, Labor & the Future of Organic Agriculture
…every aspect of agriculture — from farming operations and accounting to marketing and logistics. Today, he oversees 16 commodities for Homegrown Organic Farms, including stone fruit, blueberries, figs, citrus, and…
Dena Maldonado Talks Farming, Crime, and California’s Future in Congressional Run
…commodities and remains one of the nation’s agricultural powerhouses, yet many small farms are struggling to survive due to rising costs and government regulations. Maldonado agreed, saying farmers throughout the…
Pest Pressure Builds Across California Specialty Crops – Part 1
As California specialty crops move deeper into the growing season, growers are facing pressure from a wide range of pests across multiple commodities. Todd Burkdoll, Field Market Development Manager with…
California Table Grapes 2026: Early Season, Global Demand, Strong Future
…global exports and health benefits, the conversation paints a clear picture: California table grapes remain one of the most reliable, high-quality commodities in agriculture today. Early Start Driven by Warm…
Women in Agriculture Highlight Leadership, Challenges, and the Future of Farming
…into the industry through 4-H and later pursued a career that spans multiple commodities. She emphasized the importance of education and outreach, noting that many consumers still lack a basic…
Ag Council President Highlights Regulatory Pressure, Plastics Policy, and Political Uncertainty for California Farmers
…agriculture facing unique challenges across commodities and regions, she said advocacy now requires constant engagement across multiple issues, from water and labor to environmental regulation. “There are so many different…
California Agriculture Faces Policy Pressure, Weather Challenges, and Critical Election Year
…noted, pointing to the constant balancing act growers face. These conditions are already impacting markets, with early harvests in crops like cherries and potential disruptions in commodities such as hay…
California Cherry Crop Rebounds in 2026 as Growers Navigate Weather and Market Pressures
…much better crop than we saw last year,” Jameson said. Weather remains the biggest variable in cherry production. Unlike many commodities, cherries are highly sensitive to both winter chill hours…
From Cattle Drives to Cold Storage: How Kansas City Became a Meatpacking Powerhouse
…commodities. Railroads enabled large-scale livestock movement and made centralized processing economically viable. The ability to efficiently transport cattle and meat products positioned Kansas City as a key player in the…
The Missouri River: The Longest River in America and Its Agricultural Legacy
…historically allowed farmers to move grain, livestock, and other commodities to broader markets. An Enduring Part of American Agriculture History While the Mississippi River often captures public attention, the Missouri…