“If you can’t feed the world, we’ve got issues.” That’s how Rich Kreps, pistachio farmer, crop advisor, and Chairman of the American Pistachio Growers, opened a wide-ranging, no-punches-pulled conversation with…
California Table Grape Season Kicks Off Strong: Ian LeMay Shares Optimism for 2025-26
…Joaquin Valley will follow shortly after, starting in late June or early July, delivering the bulk of the crop volume that consumers will see well into January. “We’ve got a…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-13-25
…message is clear: the USDA is putting farmers first. She covers a lot of ground, from slashing red tape and expanding global trade to confronting Prop 12, managing labor issues,…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-06-25
Discover Innovative Agave Farming and More on Today’s AgNet News Hour Today’s AgNet News Hour brings you the latest and most intriguing agricultural stories from across California and beyond. Hosted…
Cherry Theft Arrests Underscore Ongoing Farm Security Concerns
An issue continues to plague California farmers: agricultural theft. Authorities recently arrested three individuals accused of stealing and selling thousands of dollars’ worth of cherries, damaging crops in the process….
Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo Power Panel to Address the Big Ag Issues
There is a lot happening in the world of specialty crops that impact growers’ business operations. The Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo will host a panel discussion with the leaders…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 06-04-25
…U.S. agriculture’s push to level the playing field in global trade. They cover Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins’ whirlwind trip to Italy — a critical stop as she works to open…
New Bi-lingual Educational Video Released
…nitrogen application in citrus crops, highlighting the “four Rs” of nutrient management: Right rate Right time Right place Right source These principles serve as a foundation for efficient nitrogen use,…
CDFA Urges Growers to Renew Irrigation and Nitrogen Management Certification
…Effective irrigation and nitrogen management can significantly improve crop yields, minimize waste, and protect vital natural resources. Growers needing certification credits are encouraged to explore additional coursework options ahead of…
Tomatoes to Tequila: Stuart Woolf’s Agave Revolution in California
…Woolf is best known for his role as CEO of Woolf Farming & Processing, a powerhouse in tomatoes, almonds, and value-added crops. Now, he’s known for something else: planting over…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-03-25
…the can’t-miss Citrus and Specialty Crop Expo coming up in August — an industry Super Bowl of seminars, panels, and networking for everyone involved in citrus and specialty crops. California…
How Westside Water Allocations Are Leaving Farmers Dry
…makes strategic crop planning almost impossible. Many growers are left choosing between permanent plantings like almond and pistachio trees—which require year-round water—and riskier row crops like tomatoes, all while paying…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-02-25
…is more important than ever. But that’s just the beginning! We also feature a powerful interview with Dave Puglia, President of the Western Growers Association. Dave explains how specialty crops…
Fresh Vegetable Availability Drops, But Onions and Tomatoes Hold Strong
…greens—signaling evolving dietary preferences. Stay tuned with AgNet West for more insights on crop trends, market shifts, and farm economics shaping the specialty produce industry Lori Boyer reporting for AgNet…



















