…for better support systems. The segment concluded with a reminder of the 988suicide hotline and the importance of addressing both physical and mental health issues in farming communities. Nick and…
Tree Nut Industry Preparing for an Important Event
…will bring together industry experts, growers, and stakeholders to discuss pressing issues, market trends, and future opportunities. Registration is now open, and the event promises valuable networking and insights for…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 05-20-25
…a journey through California agriculture’s most pressing issues and exciting developments. With the weather shaping up to be one of the best in years, there’s optimism in the air—and in…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 05-19-25
…agricultural issues. A major focus was Governor Gavin Newsom’s push to accelerate the Delta Conveyance Project, which aims to improve California’s water management. The proposal aims to tackle climate change,…
Disaster Declaration Submitted by San Joaquin County Agriculture Commissioner
…financial assistance, likely through low-interest loans. Early reports for this season already suggest lower volumes and a delayed start. The county estimates growers could face approximately $98 million in financial…
CDFA Seeking Qualified Applicants for Vertebrate Pest Control Research Advisory Committee
…financial constraints do not prevent interested individuals from becoming involved. The CDFA is specifically looking for candidates representing key agricultural sectors that are most affected by vertebrate pest issues, including…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 05-12-25
…Chinese imports, with cargo traffic at the Port of Los Angeles down 35% and Seattle up 20%. The conversation brought out the financial benefits of tariffs, noting the U.S. makes…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 05-09-25
…California’s leading farm bankruptcies, with 216 Chapter 12 filings nationwide in 2024, 17 from California. Key issues include high input costs, labor regulations, and natural disasters. The American Farm Bureau…
Senate Bill 628 Fails to Advance in Committee
…the rise, with California leading the nation. According to reports from the University of California, Berkeley, and the U.S. Courts, financial struggles have intensified for many farmers due to labor…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 05-08-25
…administration’s actions. The CME Group/Purdue University Ag Economy Barometer rose to 141, the highest since December 2021, with a future expectation index of 152. The farm financial performance index fell…
AgNet News Hour Tueday, 05-06-25
…the Kentucky Derby, noting the genetic connection of horses to Secretariat, and water issues in California, with farmers pressing for more water resources. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……
California Winegrapes Open Award Nominations
…industry through advocacy, vision and action. This award celebrates those who have championed key industry issues and driven meaningful change. Nominations are open through June 9, and recipients will be…
Solar Credits Costing Non-Solar Panel Owners
…promised. The bill’s author, Assemblywoman Lisa Calderon is a former executive at the parent company of Southern California Edison, which has long complained about the financial credits to households that…
Second Round of Payments Sent to Specialty Crop Farmers
DepositPhotos image Specialty crop producers across the U.S. will receive a second round of financial support from the USDA this week. The payment, part of the Marketing Assistance for Specialty…