…Marketing Challenges and Innovation Ahead Silva highlights the dual challenge of responding to short-term market needs while making long-term investments in new citrus varieties. With permanent crops, the stakes are…
California Avocado Month Launches with Strong Supply and Soaring Demand
June marks the beginning of California Avocado Month—a celebration of one of the state’s most iconic and in-demand crops. Backed by a powerful marketing campaign led by the California Avocado…
Almond Board Launches First-Ever Production Research Summit
…farming insights distilled from nearly two decades of research Decades of Research, Tangible Results Saa highlighted several impactful examples of how Almond Board-funded research has already reshaped the industry. “Cover…
Stuart Woolf: Solar Panels Replace Crops on Fresno County Farmland
…described how his family business is adapting by repurposing land once used for crops. “Some of our nation’s most diverse and productive farmland is now covered with solar panels.” —…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-10-25
…sign of how new trade tariffs and policies are reshaping global supply chains. Learn what this means for your crops, your bottom line, and the broader agricultural economy. Will these…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-09-25
…cherry heist in the San Joaquin Valley. As cherry prices soar, criminals are increasingly targeting these high-value crops. We break down how to protect your farm and what’s driving these…
California’s Salinas Valley Produce Operations Coming Up
…sustainability practices, emphasizing responsible farming. Attendees will gain insights into a range of crops, including lettuce, strawberries, broccoli, cauliflower, and artichokes. Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to observe fresh-cut…
Generations of Growth: Daniel Jackson on Family Tree Farms’ Roots, Innovation, Future
…2000, the Jacksons transitioned from purely growing crops to also packing and selling them, launching Family Tree Farms. Daniel recalls his father’s pivotal words: “We’re either going to be boys…
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….
California Freight Crisis Hits Farmers and Truckers Hard: A Conversation with Nick Foglio
…all connected.” Permanent Crops Show Some Promise Despite the grim logistics picture, Folio highlighted a silver lining: the rebound in almond and pistachio markets. After losing market share due to…
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…
Stuart Woolf on California Ag Policy: “We’re Driving Farmers Out”
…Ag Elsewhere As Chairman of Western Growers Association, Woolf represents the people and companies behind much of America’s leafy greens and specialty crops. And many of them are leaving. “So…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 06-05-25
…this matters for your crops and what’s being done to fight back. Stuart Woolf Talks Ag Challenges and Opportunities Finally, tune in for an eye-opening chat with Stuart Woolf of…