…use and regulation of autonomous vehicles in farming. Additionally, Sabrina shares updates from the Almond Conference in Sacramento, covering topics from pollinator habitats to the economic aspects of almond production….
USDA Advances Grape Breeding with Genetic Resources
…a lot of time working with a perennial crop, but it’s a lot shorter.” In addition to advancing breeding techniques, USDA’s ongoing research aims to address challenges like climate resilience…
Cotton is the Biggest Loser in 2024 Among Specialty Crops
…from the specialty crop side, faring better than some of the other row crop and cotton production.” That is USDA chief economist Seth Meyers who says, as a matter of…
Big Cut Projected in Cash Receipts for a Major Crop
Shutterstock image USDA is projecting a big cut in 2024 cash receipts for a major crop. Gary Crawford reports. Big Cut Projected in Cash Receipts for a Major Crop Sponsored…
Organic Commodities Consumption On the Rise
…organic growth. I’m Lorrie Boyer reporting for AgNet West. Organic Crop Consumption On the Rise Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For…
American Agriculture History Minute: Learning the Laws of Supply and Demand
…learned about the laws of supply and demand. The cotton gin made it possible to increase cotton production in the South, for example, and cotton became a major export crop….
Tariffs and Trade: Examining Potential Impacts on Agriculture
…he said. However, Fumasi also pointed to potential benefits. He suggested that Trump’s focus on reducing regulatory burdens and increasing U.S. energy production could help control inflation and lower production…
American Agriculture History Minute: Agriculture Differences Across America
…it possible to increase cotton production for all farmers. Cotton became a main export crop. But after a few years, the fertility of the soil was depleted, and the plantation…
Healthy Soils Week Highlights Benefits of Regenerative Farming Practices
…pose significant challenges. Efforts in these areas include helping farmers adopt soil practices that enhance crop productivity while conserving water. Other initiatives are underway in regions such as Santa Barbara,…
Many Growers Thankful for Major Recovery of Winter Wheat Crop
DepositPhotos image Many winter wheat growers have reason to be thankful this year. Gary Crawford reports. Many Growers Thankful for Major Recovery of Winter Wheat Crop Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture…
Farmers Across America Make Thanksgiving Dinner Possible
…had a $5.4 billion production value. California leads in carrot production, accounting for 73% of the crop’s $1.8 billion value. AFBF President Zippy Duvall emphasized farmers’ resilience in providing an…
American Agriculture History Minute: Plantation Agriculture Begins
…where tobacco was grown. Then and eventually, South Carolina and beyond. Cotton became a major plantation crop after 1800 in a region that arced from North Carolina through Texas, where…
Almond Update: Almond Acreage in California Declines for Third Straight Year
…verification to assess land use and crop conditions. The findings in this report are based on data collected as of August 2024. It reported a reduction of 40,000 acres in…
Specialty Crop Trade Policies Could Shift Under New Administration
…vulnerabilities. Unlike Midwest states that focus on large-scale commodity crops like soybeans, California produces specialty crops such as almonds, wine, and dairy. These products are not only subject to tariffs…