Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. The Ag Net News Hour Hosts, Lorrie Boyer and Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter,” cover the challenges in the freight…
Current State of Farming, Particular Focusing on Almond – Pistachio Markets
…remains robust, contributing to a positive outlook for permanent crops overall, with some exceptions. While permanent crops like almonds and pistachios show promise, other segments of the agriculture industry, such…
Drought Causes Significant Challenges to California Farmers
…allocation becomes increasingly strained, farmers face growing uncertainty about their ability to irrigate crops and maintain productivity. Beyond infrastructure, regulatory hurdles present additional obstacles. Puglia argues that certain environmental regulations,…
California Ag Markets Experiencing Mixed Recovery After Tariff Disruption
…reinforcing the dominance of U.S. almonds in the global market. California Ag Markets Experiencing Mixed Recovery After Tariff Disruption Beyond almonds, permanent crops in the United States—except for those related…
Crucial Agreement Between U.S. and Mexico Halted
…weevil, a destructive insect that poses a significant threat to avocado crops. The growing number of infestations has raised alarms among industry experts, prompting urgent calls for action. The California…
Avocado Commission Advocating for Restoration of Inspection Protocols
…have been recorded, including the seed weevil, a destructive insect that poses a significant threat to avocado crops. The growing number of infestations has raised alarms among industry experts, prompting…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 05-26-25
…conversation also covers the upcoming 21% tariff on Mexican tomatoes, expected to benefit California and Florida growers by leveling the playing field against cheaper Mexican imports. The discussion highlights the…
Fruit Storage Trends Reflect Decline
…continues to pose challenges for crops like cherries, reinforcing the importance of adaptive strategies in farming and distribution. As industry stakeholders prepare for the coming months, striking a balance between…
From Exports to Excess: How Tariffs Are Crushing the Hay Market
…the almond price is a reflection of that. The pistachio price is still strong. Permanent crops as a whole have rebounded a little bit and are looking like a positive outlook with…
Reisinger Discusses Challenges and Solutions for Farms in Book
…this book, Brian covers challenges and solutions for farms in California and across the USA. Nick begins by asking Brian: What made you write this book about farming? “Well, thanks…
Are Solar Panels Safe on Farmland?
…a family farmer says: “I am very concerned with America’s prime farmland, being covered with taxpayer subsidize, solar panel installation, food security is national security and if we cover our…
Organic vs. the Weather
Fertile agricultural field of organic crops in California Copyright: veeterzy / 123RF Stock Photo Talking with Steven Paul from Homegrown Organic Farms and asking is this the perfect weather here…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 05-21-25
…weather, particularly tornadoes in Kentucky, and the bird flu outbreak in Brazil. They also cover the House Budget Committee’s passage of a budget reconciliation bill that increases farm program spending…
Soil in Organic is a Big Thing
…cover or even ground cover, is improving the microorganisms in the soil, which is now producing healthier trees, stronger fruit, and It’s saving water. Homegrown Organic is certified in that….