…the economy of the entire state. Everything from farm workers harvesting crops for food supplies to agricultural exports at our ports will be impacted negatively by another crippling water supply…
California Table Grape Update
…Last season, California grapes shipped after October 1, 2012 represented 35 percent of total exports for the entire season, which is May through January each year. To meet the late…
California Ag Headlines for October 7
…impact on the California nut industry. China has a big demand for nuts. In fact, about 40 percent of our pistachio exports head there, along with about 20 percent of…
California Agriculture Headlines for September 24
…allowed entry into all Australian states. Australia is the 7th largest market for U.S. fresh fruit exports. There’s a field day coming up this week for cotton growers to learn…
U.S. Milk Exports Strong
Exports have been running strong for U.S. milk. Susan Carter reports. Click to Open or Download Audio Report…
Proposed Free Trade Agreement
A new regional free trade agreement proposed between the US and European Union could mean expanded markets for our nation’s ag exports. Rod Bain has more. Click to open or…
U.S. Dairy Update
U.S. dairy exports are booming, while around the nation fluid milk consumption continues its decline. Gary Crawford reports. Click to open or download audio report…
Possible New Entry in Trans-Pacific Partnership
The potential entry of one of the United State’s biggest trading partners into the Trans-Pacific Partnership negotiations next month could be huge for some agricultural exports. Cindy Zimmerman has the…
Backlash from M-COOL Rule
…M- COOL to satisfy the World Trade Organization, and feels it could bring on retaliation against U.S. pork exports. The NCBA calls M-COOL shortsighted, and says it sets up U.S….
Beetle Causes Problems for Citrus Exports
Another concern for California citrus growers. Now, beetle eggs could interrupt exports to South Korea. Sabrina Hill has more. Click to open or download audio report. South Korea is the…
Better Safety Rating for U.S. Beef
…he’s very pleased with the decision, and that it’s a significant achievement for American beef producers and businesses. Vilsack says the new lower risk category will mean more exports for…
Biggest Tomato Crop in CA History?
…though, since that means growers are able to factor in consistent demand for both domestic and continued growth for exports. Industry officials also point out that tomato yields have increased…
California Table Grapes Popular in England
…according to the California Table Grape commission in Fresno, exports to those nations has increased by 36 percent in less than two years. In fact, both England and Ireland import…
American Farm Bureau Federation on Japan Trade
…sectors.” The changes will allow exports of U.S. beef from cattle less than 30 months of age to enter that Asian market starting today. AFBF economist Veronica Nigh says The…