…This partnership came at a pivotal moment in global trade, with Taiwan emerging as a major market hungry for these fresh exports. “Taiwan had a ferocious appetite for white flesh…
Pistachios Surge in Global Popularity as Market Outlook Strengthens
…Pistachio Growers, and representative of Ultra Grow, shared insights with AgNet West’s Nick Papagni about the growing momentum in international pistachio markets. Pistachios Surge in Global Popularity as Market Outlook…
Generations of Growth: Daniel Jackson on Family Tree Farms’ Roots, Innovation, Future
…— peaches, nectarines, plums — despite its perishability and short shelf life. This was no accident. Daniel credits smart timing, varietal innovation, and export demand — particularly from Taiwan —…
California Table Grape Season Kicks Off Strong: Ian LeMay Shares Optimism for 2025-26
…exports accounting for roughly 30% of production. Key markets like Canada and Mexico remain tariff-free, which LeMay says is critical for maintaining export strength. Challenges on the horizon? Labor remains…
California Freight Crisis Hits Farmers and Truckers Hard: A Conversation with Nick Foglio
…all connected.” Permanent Crops Show Some Promise Despite the grim logistics picture, Folio highlighted a silver lining: the rebound in almond and pistachio markets. After losing market share due to…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 06-04-25
…markets and reduce trade barriers for American producers. From Italy to Japan, Peru, and beyond, these negotiations could reshape the future of California agriculture. Tune in to hear why these…
2025-2026 California Table Grape Season: A Fresh Start to a Global Campaign
…premium grapes. The campaign spans 21 export markets worldwide, bringing a dynamic range of promotional strategies that target both trade professionals and consumers. Retailers and distributors are incentivized through a…
California Ag Under Pressure: Innovation, Legacy, and the Voice of Nick Anderson
…deeply about the environment.” Resilience and a Path Forward Despite California’s complicated relationship with regulation and politics, the state’s ag sector remains optimistic. Markets are beginning to improve—particularly almonds—and growers…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-03-25
…could be the key to a fairer playing field for American agriculture. Plus, find out how upcoming trade talks in Peru might open new export opportunities for California growers. The…
Citrus and Cherry Markets Heat Up in Early June
In this week’s market update from AgNet West, Nick Papagni highlights a strong start to June for California citrus and cherries. Citrus and Cherry Markets Heat Up in Early June…
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins Champions U.S. Ag in Rome
…U.S. exports. “It was a fantastic bilateral meeting,” Rollins stated. “We’re working on expanding markets for American products in a way that benefits both sides.” The trip marks another step…
California Agriculture Faces Freight and Cost Pressures, Warns WGA President
…keep going up, we’ll lose markets.” Puglia emphasized that affordability has become a crisis. Regions like the San Joaquin Valley, long known as ag powerhouses, are particularly vulnerable. To remain…
Rollins Travels the World Promoting U.S. Agriculture Market
…will never rest until we get these world markets open to our incredible farmers and ranchers in this country. And by so doing, we not only secure American agriculture and…
Elaine Culotti “The Lipstick Farmer” on Fixing California Supply Chain, Other Issues
…moved. We also need to lighten up on farm stands. We need to lighten up on farmers markets. We need to make those things available to operate. We have to…