…and where policy continues to fall short. Kreps opened by reflecting on the record-setting pistachio crop California growers just delivered. While early projections suggested a crop nearing two billion pounds,…
Michigan Agriculture: A National Leader in Diversity, Cherries, and Innovation
…consumers may recognize some of Michigan’s most famous crops, many of its products remain lesser known despite their national importance. This diversity is made possible by Michigan’s unique geography, access…
California Walnuts Gain Momentum as Robert Verloop Sees a Turning Point for Growers
…expressed cautious optimism. A strong recent crop, improving global demand, and potential tariff relief could help stabilize grower returns. “We have the product, the quality, and the health story,” he…
Matching Nutrient Demand Curves Improves Efficiency and Nut Quality
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Early Innovations That Transformed American Agriculture
…evenly and efficiently than hand sowing. This innovation improved crop yields and reduced wasted seed. Just one year later, in 1842, the first grain elevator was put into use in…
World Ag Expo 2026 Returns to Tulare With Global Innovation, Education, and Community Impact
…Each day of World Ag Expo—Tuesday through Thursday—features a full schedule of free seminars, included with paid admission. Seminars are held in the Seminar Center and cover a wide range…
Zone-Based Nutrition Helps Tree Crop Growers Fine-Tune Fertility Programs
…in row crops, tree crop growers are typically limited by the size of their irrigation blocks. “We can only get as fine-tuned as our irrigation block,” he said. However, within…
Making Smart Fertility Adjustments Without Losing Sight of the Long Term
…always be viewed through a long-term lens. “You are fertilizing next year’s crop,” he reminded growers. Even in difficult seasons marked by frost, poor pollination, or lighter crop loads, completely…
Post-Bloom Nutrition: Setting Today’s Crop and Preparing for Next Year
Post-Bloom Nutrition: As California tree crops move out of bloom and into early fruit development, nutrition strategies shift toward supporting crop set, nut fill, and long-term orchard health. In a…
Spring Fertigation Strategies to Improve Efficiency in Tree Crops
As irrigation systems come back online in the spring, California tree crop growers have an important opportunity to fine-tune their fertility programs. In a recent Agronomic Minute, Dylan Rogers, Sales…
Why California Growers and Agribusinesses Should Look East to the 2026 Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo
…Crop Expo, set for August 12–13 in Fort Myers, Florida. The Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo has earned a reputation as one of the premier educational and trade events for…
Why Last Season’s Fertility Still Matters for California Tree Crops
…just about the current crop. “This year’s fertility, we’re making next year’s crop,” he said. That concept can be difficult to grasp, but it’s rooted in how trees and vines…
American Agriculture’s Expansion in the Early 1900s
…potatoes, and soybeans, crops that were often undervalued at the time. His work helped farmers—particularly in the South—move away from single-crop dependency and toward more diversified farming systems. By promoting…
Bloom Window Nutrition: Key Considerations for California Tree Crop Growers
As California tree crops move into the critical bloom window, nutrition decisions and timing remain top priorities for growers. In a recent Agronomic Minute, Dylan Rogers, Sales Account Manager for…