…pretty good season overall,” said Van Groningen. “This is actually one of the years where the price and market demand and everything has been good. Also, the quality, production, and…
Industry Needs Will Guide UC Organic Agriculture Institute Efforts
…organic produce has pushed the development of increased technical support for organic production. At the same time, consumer interest in the environmental impacts of farming is prompting more conventional growers…
Strengthening the Meat Supply Chain with Nearly $22 Million Investment
…awarded projects are for expanding overall processing capacity. A project in Garden Grove, California seeks to add equipment and make facility upgrades to increase production. A small processing plant in…
USDA Says Farm Profits to Reach Near-Record High in 2022
…commodities are projected to rise by $66.3 billion or 14 percent from the previous year to reach $525.3 billion this year. Production expenses will also increase by $44 billion to…
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 09-05-22
…of organic production is pushing the need for more grower resources and the federal milk order is worth about an extra $1/cwt for California producers. Tune in to the show…
Weed Management Technology Survey Seeking Grower Feedback
…overall grower interest. “In terms of the environmental factors, it’s going to ask for soil type, soil moisture, production size. But then also what specific types of autonomous weed control…
USDA Releases Updated Trade Projections for 2022-23
…below the revised 2022 forecast. The decrease is primarily driven by lower exports of cotton, beef, and sorghum that are partially offset by higher exports of soybeans and horticultural products….
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 09-01-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers western ag groups seeking quick action for IRA water conservation funding, peach production…
Interest Expense Ratio for Agriculture Stays Even with 20-year Average
…forecasts, despite the pandemic. The COVID-19 pandemic reduced demand for agricultural commodities. The interest expense ratio is calculated by dividing interest expenses by the sum of the value of production…
Farm Groups Encourage Swift and Effective Utilization of Drought Response Funding
…and local water managers to continue the development of voluntary action. Other areas of focus for the ag groups include the proper consideration be given to the loss of production…
Tools for Varroa Management Guide
…have been approved for release since the 7th edition was released in 2018. Varroa mites represent one of the greatest threats to honey bee health, honey production, and pollination services….
California Receives Nearly $24 Million in Specialty Crop Support
…with production, market expansion, and overall competitiveness of the industry. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For…
USDA Invests $15 Million in Conservation Innovation Grants
…to address issues of water, air, and soil quality in agricultural production. “The challenges that farmers and ranchers face require innovative solutions to support their continued ability to produce the…
VofV: New Zealand Forecasts the Future of Agriculture Amid Climate Change
…example: Growers of kiwifruit already anticipate production moving from New Zealand’s North Island to the South Island, a complete upheaval of the current process. In addition, he gives a preview…