…weather patterns, irrigation needs, and pest management to protect the crop and maximize yield. If the favorable conditions persist, the industry could see excellent production numbers, supporting both domestic and…
May is Strawberry Month
Image by Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter” May is Strawberry month. The backbone of the US strawberry production volume is dipped by about 6 million trays due to the cooler…
Fig Crop Shaping Up to be Promising
…the crop is expected to be exported to Canada, continuing the region’s international presence in fig production. Due to rising production costs and potential impacts from tariffs, prices are anticipated…
Coastal California Produce Faces Weather Challenges
…yields are especially light as growers move to the Salinas Valley, where the cool, damp weather is reducing stand quality. Brussels sprout production from Mexico is also struggling, with labor…
Agricultural Trade Remains Dynamic in Fruit Production and Distribution
…agricultural trade remains a dynamic sector. As international demand evolves, stakeholders must remain agile in responding to both opportunities and challenges in fruit production and distribution. Agricultural Trade Remains Dynamic…
Almond Update: Role in Culinary World Extends Beyond ‘Snacking’
…been used as an essential ingredient in food production. He notes that returning to this ingredient-based approach will be beneficial, particularly as prices rise. “We can go back to being…
U.S. Withdraws from Long-Standing Trade Agreement-Tomato Tariffs to Skyrocket
…trade agreement that previously regulated tomato imports. The decision aims to support domestic growers, especially in Florida, a state known for its tomato production. Officials argue that Mexican pricing practices…
Plan to Boost American Timber and Mineral Production Affects California
Image by Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter” President Trump is planning to boost American timber and mineral production which affects California. This plan could be huge for California. It means…
California Winegrapes Open Award Nominations
…and consistent production of high-quality wine grapes. And then there’s a Leader of the Year award that honors an individual who has made a significant positive impact on California’s winegrape…
Avocados Becoming Popular with Consumers
…third largest in the last decade. “California produces approximately 90% of the avocados grown in the US each year, most of which are Hass, and Hass-like avocado varieties.” Net production,…
American Agriculture History Minute: Early Agriculture in Kansas Often Unsuccessful
…or from their homeland. They planted mostly corn, but experimented with crops like oats, cotton, even tobacco. Most did not fare well in the Kansas climate. The grasshopper plague 1874…
California Colored Potato Crop on Schedule
Multi colored baby potatoes. Specialty Crops Market News disseminates detailed information on marketing conditions for hundreds of agricultural commodities at major domestic and international wholesale markets, production areas, and ports…
Hemp Acreage Expands as Industry Gains Momentum
Hemp plants (industrial hemp) by Plismo, via Wikimedia Commons U.S. industrial hemp production surged in 2024, with total crop value reaching $445 million, a 40% increase over the previous year,…
U.S. Egg Production Falls in March
by Ayyuha Sideeq, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons U.S. egg production totaled 8.63 billion in March 2025, down 7% from the same month last year, according to new government data. The…