May Sees Modest Agricultural Price Increases Despite Rising Farm Costs In May, the United States experienced a modest but notable increase in agricultural output, with both crop and livestock production…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 07-04-25
…which kept U.S. ag production strong during labor shortages. From history to fireworks, civic pride, and a powerful reminder to thank a farmer—this episode is both inspiring and timely. Whether…
Oliver-Hart-Parr: A Legacy of Innovation in Tractor History
…The Oliver tractor line continued production until 1976, when the last unit rolled off the assembly line—marking the end of a legendary chapter in agricultural history. 🕰 That’s today’s Ag…
USDA Launches Support Program for Specialty Crop Growers
…targets producers of fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, and other high-value specialty crops who are navigating increased costs and market uncertainty. USDA Launches Support Program for Specialty Crop Growers Specialty crop…
Imperial Valley Sugar Plant Closure Raises Crop Market Concerns
…affects not just growers but also the fine balance of supply and demand across multiple crops. Leimgruber emphasized that overproduction in other crops could now lower prices, compounding challenges. Diverse…
Extreme Heat Blamed for California Cherry Shortfall
The California cherry crop took a significant hit this year, and according to industry veteran Michael Jameson of Morada Produce, the weather is largely to blame. Extreme Heat Blamed for…
Water, Land, and Policy: Farmer Andrew Leimgruber Speaks Out
…Environmental Contradictions and Global Concerns Leimgruber pointed to the irony of lithium battery production, which requires immense water resources, and raised alarms about environmental groups supporting overseas food production that…
Farming with Less Water: Leimgruber’s “Crop per Drop” Success
…yields. Farming with Less Water: Leimgruber’s “Crop per Drop” Success “We live in an era of allocations and limits… We want to get the most crop per drop.” — Andrew…
Cunha: Immigration Failure Hurts America’s Farmworkers
…for comprehensive guest worker reform—one that protects American food production while honoring the commitment and dignity of longtime immigrant workers. Read more, and listen to Manuel Cunha’s full interview. Reporter:…
California Cherry Crop Plummets by 50%, Prices Spike
…crop. “Originally, we thought it could be a 7 million carton crop,” Jameson said. “It actually turned out to be roughly around 4.8 million.” By comparison: 2024: 9.5 million cartons…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 07-02-25
…of crops and hundreds of jobs in Imperial County. Leimgruber outlines how losing such crop diversity could weaken the region’s ag economy and make farmers more vulnerable to price volatility….
Three Sisters: America’s Oldest Crop Collaboration
How Corn, Beans, and Squash Worked Together to Feed a Nation The Three Sisters: America’s Oldest Crop Collaboration In today’s American Agriculture History Minute, Mark Oppold highlights one of the…
Technology Transforms California Cherry Industry
…the full interview with Michael Jameson for more insights on the future of California cherry production. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals –…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-01-25
…how a perfect storm of heat stress, poor pollination conditions, and tree fatigue from two historically large crops led to this year’s shortfall—just 4.8 million cartons harvested, down from over…