…Sector Shows Mixed Results Crop prices posted a solid 2.3% increase, driven largely by strong demand for feed-grade commodities like corn and hay, and oilseeds such as soybeans. Fruit and…
Imperial Valley Sugar Plant Closure Raises Crop Market Concerns
…Yet Vulnerable Imperial County is known for its crop diversity, with over 100 commodities produced. Still, sugar beets ranked among the top ten in the county, and their absence leaves…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 07-03-25
…covers some of the biggest topics facing agriculture right now—from labor reform to market outlooks for California’s leading commodities. The episode opens with a discussion of a major development from…
Morada Produce Reports Cherry Shortage
…store traffic and sales of other commodities. The Road Ahead: Marketing and Domestic Outreach Jameson, who also serves as Vice President of the California Cherry Board, sees domestic marketing as…
New Bipartisan Bill Aims to Ease Ag Transport Weight Limits
…required Optimizing load capacities Lowering fuel and labor costs The proposed adjustment is designed to benefit the movement of dry bulk agricultural commodities such as grain, fertilizer, and other key…
“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…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-17-25
…diesel prices soaring and regulatory burdens piling up, truckers and ag haulers are reaching a breaking point. Special guest Nick Folio from Folio Commodities joins the show with real talk…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-09-25
…Hour. We’ve packed it with stories that truly matter to your operation. We start off with a revealing conversation with Nick Foglio of Foglio Commodities, who breaks down the freight…
California Freight Crisis Pushing Trucking to the Brink
Nick Papagni, “the Ag Meter”, spoke with Nick Foglio of Foglio Commodities about the alarming state of the freight industry in California — and it’s not good news. California Freight…
California Freight Crisis Hits Farmers and Truckers Hard: A Conversation with Nick Foglio
“Freight rates collapse while fuel and insurance soar, pushing California trucking and farming to the brink.” In a candid conversation with Nick Foglio of Foglio Commodities, AgNet West’s “Ag Meter,”…
Lipstick Farmer on “559 Farm Train”
…vegetables, who has a great idea about moving commodities, produce, fruit, nuts, on rail. She says the U.S. is the most wasteful country on the planet. Farmers lose over 50%…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 05-28-25
…industry affecting agriculture, particularly in California. Nick Foglio of Foglio Commodities highlighted that despite high fuel costs and equipment expenses, freight rates are not increasing, leading to significant losses for…
Current State of Farming, Particular Focusing on Almond – Pistachio Markets
Pistachios In the ever-evolving world of agriculture, the outlook for various crops can vary significantly based on several factors. Recently, insights from Nick Foglio of Foglio Commodities have shed light…
California Ag Markets Experiencing Mixed Recovery After Tariff Disruption
…varied, with performance differing across commodities and regions. While almonds have demonstrated resilience and recovery, other crops face distinct economic and environmental factors that shape their market trajectory. Changing weather…