California agriculture

California Agriculture at a Crossroads-Roger Isom Warns of Water, Regulation, and Economic Crisis

DanAgri-Business, Cotton, Drought, Economy, Environment, Infrastructure, Interview, Irrigation, Regulation, Special Reports, Technology, Tree, nut & vine crops, Water

…almond prices have strengthened considerably, while pistachio markets may benefit from global supply disruptions involving Iran. Walnut demand also continues to improve worldwide. Cotton acreage, however, continues declining due largely…

Monterey County

Monterey County Agriculture at a Crossroads: Water, Labor, and the Future of America’s Salad Bowl

DanAgri-Business, Biofuels/Energy, Economy, Environment, Interview, Irrigation, Labor and Immigration, Legislative, Special Reports, Technology, Water

…of the most productive agricultural regions in the world. From water crises to labor challenges and shifting markets, this conversation reveals what’s truly at stake for farmers—and for America’s food…

Farm Bill

Farm Bill Advances as Food Security, Fertilizer Costs, and California Policy Pressures Dominate Ag Conversation

DanAgNet News Hour, Agri-Business, Economy, Environment, Farm Bill, Fertilizer, Interview, Labor and Immigration, Legislative, Podcasts, Regulation, Special Reports

…global markets, and industry consolidation. Beyond economics, the conversation also turned to California’s political landscape. With the governor’s race underway, farmers are watching closely to see whether future leadership will…

mcclintock

California Crossroads: McClintock on Water, Policy & Ag

DanAgri-Business, Biofuels/Energy, Economy, Environment, Exports/Imports, Exports/Imports, Funding, Interview, Irrigation, Labor and Immigration, Legislative, Regulation, Special Reports, Trade, Water

…legal, seasonal labor with clear accountability for entry and return. At the same time, he emphasizes policies that encourage workforce participation domestically, suggesting that labor markets are already beginning to…

farmers markets

From Colonial Streets to Community Staples: The History of Farmers Markets in America

DanAmerican Agriculture History Minute, Industry, This Land of Ours

A Foundation of American Agriculture Farmers markets have played an essential role in the story of American agriculture. Long before modern grocery stores and global supply chains, these markets served…

Fordyce

USDA’s Fordyce: Policy, Pressure & Promise for Farmers

DanAgri-Business, Biofuels/Energy, Cattle, Conservation, Drought, Economy, Environment, Funding, Interview, Labor and Immigration, Legislative, Regulation, Special Reports, USDA, Water

…also pointed to water infrastructure as a critical long-term issue, noting the importance of capturing and storing more of the state’s available water supply. Cattle Markets & Economic Pressures The…

Potter Valley

California Agriculture Faces Policy Pressure, Weather Challenges, and Critical Election Year

DanAgNet News Hour, Agri-Business, Biofuels/Energy, Climate Change, Conservation, Drought, Economy, Energy, Environment, Interview, Irrigation, Labor and Immigration, Legislative, Podcasts, Regulation, Special Reports, Technology, Water

…noted, pointing to the constant balancing act growers face. These conditions are already impacting markets, with early harvests in crops like cherries and potential disruptions in commodities such as hay…

California Governor Race

California Governor Race and Trade Policy Highlight Challenges and Opportunities for Agriculture

DanAgNet News Hour, Agri-Business, Biofuels/Energy, Climate Change, Conservation, Drought, Economy, Education, Energy, Environment, Exports/Imports, Exports/Imports, Interview, Irrigation, Labor and Immigration, Legislative, Podcasts, Regulation, Soil, Special Reports, Tariffs, Technology, Trade, Water

…relationships are key priorities. He pointed to recent agreements, including expanded beef exports to the United Kingdom and growing trade opportunities in Southeast Asia, as examples of how U.S. agriculture…

California Cherry

California Cherries 2026: Bigger Crop, Earlier Season, New Challenges

DanAgri-Business, Cherries, Drought, Economy, Environment, Interview, Irrigation, Labor and Immigration, Legislative, Regulation, Special Reports, Trade, Water

…U.S., while roughly 20% are exported. Top export markets include: Canada (largest share) South Korea Japan Mexico Taiwan However, growers face increasing pressure from: Rising freight costs (domestic and air…