…Effective irrigation and nitrogen management can significantly improve crop yields, minimize waste, and protect vital natural resources. Growers needing certification credits are encouraged to explore additional coursework options ahead of…
Tomatoes to Tequila: Stuart Woolf’s Agave Revolution in California
…Woolf is best known for his role as CEO of Woolf Farming & Processing, a powerhouse in tomatoes, almonds, and value-added crops. Now, he’s known for something else: planting over…
California Ag Under Pressure: Innovation, Legacy, and the Voice of Nick Anderson
…his graduation from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, Nick’s career journey—from production work to pest control advisor, branch manager, sales manager, and now Western Division Manager—mirrors the evolution of California…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-03-25
…the can’t-miss Citrus and Specialty Crop Expo coming up in August — an industry Super Bowl of seminars, panels, and networking for everyone involved in citrus and specialty crops. California…
Chronic Diseases Among Children Addressed in Report
…in food production and sustainability. Farmers play a fundamental role in shaping national food systems, influencing dietary options through agricultural practices and policy decisions. Without their input, the report risks…
APHIS, CDFA Expand Citrus Greening Quarantine Area
…methods, resistant rootstocks, and early detection tools. Public awareness and cooperation are crucial in controlling the spread of citrus greening and protecting citrus production. For more details on quarantine zones,…
Citrus and Cherry Markets Heat Up in Early June
…down, and growers have reported a significant drop in production—more than half of earlier projections. Looking ahead, large crops from Washington and Canada are expected to flood the market. The…
American Agriculture History Minute: Believing in the Future of Agriculture
…their 1804 expedition. His instructions were to provide information on what he called agricultural paradises that are west of the Mississippi, and not only areas of land for crops and…
Unlock Dairy Cow Success with Purina’s Transition Strategies
…productivity. They explain how the right nutrition strategies can make a difference, from supporting gut health to boosting milk production and reproductive performance. Learn what goes into a pre-fresh diet…
American Agriculture History Minute: Agriculture Production Potential West of the Mississippi
…he wanted information about agriculture production potential west of the Mississippi as settlers moved that direction. Lewis and Clark found land that was dry, barren when they finally traversed the…
How Westside Water Allocations Are Leaving Farmers Dry
…makes strategic crop planning almost impossible. Many growers are left choosing between permanent plantings like almond and pistachio trees—which require year-round water—and riskier row crops like tomatoes, all while paying…
Trump Administration Invests to Revitalize U.S. Lumber Industry
The Trump administration is making a major move to boost America’s timber sector. According to Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins, the USDA is injecting $200 million into U.S. timber production. The…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-02-25
…is more important than ever. But that’s just the beginning! We also feature a powerful interview with Dave Puglia, President of the Western Growers Association. Dave explains how specialty crops…
Fresh Vegetable Availability Drops, But Onions and Tomatoes Hold Strong
…greens—signaling evolving dietary preferences. Stay tuned with AgNet West for more insights on crop trends, market shifts, and farm economics shaping the specialty produce industry Lori Boyer reporting for AgNet…