…to evaluate their effects on energy prices, fuel costs and the broader economy. He questioned whether promised long-term savings from certain climate-related requirements have materialized. He also advocated greater legislative…
Proposed Russian Diesel Supplies Draw Support and Criticism
…prices at a recent event. “I heard it last night at an event that I was at, the high diesel prices that are impacting everyone,” Barrasso said. Diesel is a…
Post-Civil War Wheat Prices Push Farmers Toward Corn and Livestock
Wheat Boom During the Civil War Gives Way to a Market Collapse During the Civil War, strong wheat prices encouraged many American farmers to plant more of the crop. With…
California Trucking Faces Rising Fuel Costs and Regulations
California’s trucking industry is facing mounting pressure from rising diesel prices, insurance expenses, regulatory uncertainty and questions about the future of heavy-duty transportation. These challenges are particularly significant for agriculture,…
California Trucking Industry Confronts Rising Fuel Costs
…of trucking in California. He said fuel prices, insurance, regulations and other operating expenses are making it increasingly difficult for companies to absorb additional costs without eventually passing them along…
California Walnuts Face Global Challenges and New Opportunities
…Jameson said California represents approximately 21 percent of global walnut production, compared with about 53 percent for China. With California facing high costs for water, labor, fertilizer, fuel, land, equipment…
34th Annual Nutrient Management Conference Set for October in Stockton
…will include stops at fertilizer manufacturing facilities, giving attendees an opportunity to learn more about the fertilizer supply chain and production process. Registration Now Open The conference is designed to…
Wheat Demand Transformed Mid-Atlantic Agriculture
…trade during this period. A thriving fur-pelt export business sent valuable pelts to European markets and contributed additional wealth to the region. European Population Growth Drives Wheat Prices The economic…
Van Groningen: California’s Pumpkin King Talks Farming, Family and the Future
…and shipping, higher fuel prices affect the business throughout the entire operation. Labor and Automation Remain Challenges Pumpkins and watermelons remain highly labor intensive. Both crops require careful harvesting and…
Record Diesel Prices Put Export Restrictions in Focus
…production and transportation expenses, making fuel prices an important concern for farmers heading into busy periods of fieldwork. The push to potentially restrict exports comes as diesel prices reach record…
More Beef Imports Have Not Lowered Ground Beef Prices
…analysis found ground beef prices remained unchanged at 30 of 41 stores surveyed following the presidential proclamation suspending the tariff-rate quota on beef trimmings. Grocery Prices Remain Steady The expanded…
Jason Giannelli: California Water, Farming and the Next Generation
…for triticale, a wheat-type crop used by dairies. Giannelli said dairy producers are also dealing with weak milk prices while facing additional regulatory requirements involving nitrogen and manure-water applications. For…
Warm Spring Cuts California Pistachio and Almond Yields
…that usually holds true.” The smaller crop could support higher pistachio prices, but Duarte said reduced production also creates challenges for the industry as demand continues. “It’s probably at a…
Diesel Prices Rise as Harvest Season Begins
…disruptions put further pressure on prices. Listen to the full report for more discussion on diesel prices, global fuel markets and what current conditions could mean for farmers during harvest….