…mostly ideal weather conditions, despite a few temperature spikes reaching between 90 and 100 degrees Fahrenheit in early May. These conditions have supported steady crop development. Unlike more volatile crops,…
How Native Crops and European Grains Shaped U.S. Agriculture
The Crop Exchange That Built American Farming In this edition of the American Agriculture History Minute, Mark Oppold revisits a pivotal moment in agricultural development—when cultures collided and crops crossed…
Joel Allen Targets Late-Season Market with High-Quality Cantaloupes
…Arizona crops. Joel Allen Targets Late-Season Market with High-Quality Cantaloupes “We just started planting our first field today,” Allen said. “We won’t come off until late September or early October—that’s…
America’s First State Fair and Its Agriculture Roots
…prize crops and livestock has since become a celebrated institution in American life. Today, Texas attracts the most annual visitors to its State Fair, closely trailed by Minnesota. The Iowa…
Joel Allen on Westside Farming, Family Legacy, and Football Fame
…Partnerships and Pivoting Crops Allen’s team markets cantaloupes through Westside Produce and Classic Fruits—relationships that have lasted over three decades. Wheat and grain are sold through Lockwood Seed and Grain,…
Cotton, and Cotton Gin, Helped Shape American Ag Economy
…cotton became one of the nation’s most transformative crops. How Cotton Helped Shape America’s Agricultural Economy When Christopher Columbus arrived in the New World in 1492, he discovered cotton growing…
California Farm Leaders Urge Rethink of Immigration Enforcement
…disrupting the food supply chain, increasing uncertainty for producers already facing tight margins, regulatory pressure, and weather-related challenges. “Immigrant workers are not only essential to harvesting crops—they are central to…
Citrus and Specialty Crop Expo 2025 Welcomes California Growers
…shortages, and crop management. Seminars Cover Tariffs, Trade, Farm Bill, and More The educational lineup includes a general session featuring a keynote address, followed by breakout seminars tailored to both…
CDFA Expands Quarantine to Contain Pest Outbreak in Orange County
…contain a growing agricultural pest outbreak in Orange County by expanding existing quarantine boundaries. This move is part of a broader strategy to protect California crops and prevent the further…
USDA Proposal Sparks Concern Among Organic Mushroom Growers
…supply chain are expected to submit formal comments urging the agency to reconsider. The outcome could significantly shape the future of how organic mushrooms—and potentially other organic specialty crops—are regulated…
How One Sticker United California Agriculture
…one simple truth: agriculture touches everyone. Exporting California’s Message—and Its Crops As California agriculture feeds not only the nation but the world, the visual of the green “My Job Depends…
King’s River Packing Tackles Citrus Challenges
…discussed the risk involved in adopting new citrus varieties. “You haven’t planted it; you haven’t grown it in California — and what is that going to be?” These permanent crops…
Spring Rainfall Bring Thrip Challenges to California Citrus Growers
…to protect their crops and maintain the quality consumers expect. Listen to the full interview with Jesse Silva, covering more insights on pest management, market quality, and the broader challenges…
California Citrus Shines: Jesse Silva Highlights Quality, Demand, and Imports
…grow really clean fruit. We grow really good tasting fruit,” Silva noted. Currently, Kings River Packing is harvesting its domestic Valencia crops—known as a key variety for juice production. While…