…crop producer, from tree fruit and cucurbits to tomatoes, melons, and sweet corn. With CEU credits, a “specialty crop power panel,” and free grower meals—including a Thursday brunch that’s already…
India Tariff Cut Boosts California Walnut Outlook
…in both crop projections and international trade. India Tariff Cut Boosts California Walnut Outlook Strong Crop Expected for 2025 “This year’s crop is estimated at 650,000 to 700,000 tons, which…
USDA Launches Grape Grower Survey
…help vineyard owners make more informed decisions about harvest planning, marketing strategies, and investment timing. Forecasting crop volumes is especially important in sectors like wine production and grape distribution, where…
Farming Isn’t Easy—But It’s a Story Worth Telling
…Easy—But It’s a Story Worth Telling “We put seeds in the ground and we produce a crop and it feeds a nation,” said Leimgruber. “There’s nothing bad or wrong about…
Cal/OSHA Staggered Schedules, Mask Rules Proposal Opposed
…labor. “Employers would be forced to pay for labor they cannot fully use,” the coalition argued, “while scrambling to cover gaps in essential operations in a strained labor market.” Mask…
USDA Rolls Out New Round of Blueberry Grower Support
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a second round of marketing assistance for specialty crops—delivering critical financial support for America’s blueberry growers. USDA Rolls Out New Round of…
California Walnuts Battle Global Price Pressure
…was the largest buyer of California’s in-shell walnut crop, accounting for 58%. But the dynamic has changed. “Now China is not only a buyer but a major producer. Their walnuts…
Solar Push Sparks Water, Ethics Concerns in California
…to have water to mine lithium, but not water to grow an almond crop?” — Josh McGill McGill explains that the growing demand for solar energy will depend heavily on…
Walnut Market Rebound: Jameson Sees Brighter 2025
…import our walnuts,” Jameson explained. “And we’re also dealing with major tariffs and rising freight rates.” A Promising Crop and Rising Expectations Harvest is expected to begin in September. Last…
Morada Nut’s Jameson on Walnut Market Challenges
…tariff India imposes on U.S. walnuts, and rising competition from China, now the world’s largest walnut producer. “In 2014, China bought 58% of our in-shell crop. Now, they’re our biggest…
NASS Launches U.S. Mushroom Production Survey
…Survey With an annual market value exceeding $1 billion, mushrooms are classified as a specialty crop, largely due to their unique cultivation methods and the limited number of growers involved….
Agricultural Prices Rise 1.7% in May Amid Climbing Farm Costs
May Sees Modest Agricultural Price Increases Despite Rising Farm Costs In May, the United States experienced a modest but notable increase in agricultural output, with both crop and livestock production…
USDA Launches Support Program for Specialty Crop Growers
…targets producers of fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, and other high-value specialty crops who are navigating increased costs and market uncertainty. USDA Launches Support Program for Specialty Crop Growers Specialty crop…
Imperial Valley Sugar Plant Closure Raises Crop Market Concerns
…affects not just growers but also the fine balance of supply and demand across multiple crops. Leimgruber emphasized that overproduction in other crops could now lower prices, compounding challenges. Diverse…