…continues to outperform many seasonal fruits when it comes to consumer demand. According to Silva, shoppers make significantly more trips for citrus compared to categories like stone fruit. That consistency…
From Southeast Asia to U.S. Groves: The Journey of Citrus
Courtesy Library of Congress Citrus fruits are a staple of modern agriculture, found in kitchens, grocery stores, and farms across the United States. But their origins stretch back thousands of…
Sweet Beginnings: How Candy Grew from American Agriculture
…these traditions had to be adapted to the ingredients available in the New World. Colonial candy-making relied on simple, accessible ingredients—boiled sugar, molasses, honey, and dried fruits. Without modern equipment…
California Ag Faces Rising Costs and Political Crossroads as Governor Race Heats Up
…structures as key drivers. In addition, the cost of plastic packaging—used widely across produce sectors—is climbing. Materials like clamshell containers for fruits are becoming more expensive, further squeezing margins for…
Steve Hilton: “Help Is on the Way” for California Agriculture
…— especially as national conversations about healthy eating gain momentum. Referencing Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and the “Make America Healthy Again” movement, Hilton noted that California already grows the fruits,…
Kern Oil Documentary Highlights Human Cost of California Energy Policy
…when fuel prices rise, so does the cost of getting grapes, almonds, and vegetables to market. Those increases ultimately reach the consumer. Bird also shared the deeply personal motivation behind…
Why California Agriculture Is Losing Ground Despite Feeding the World
…often processed into feed or fuel, California produces fruits, vegetables, nuts, and proteins that go straight to consumers. Despite leading the nation in agricultural revenue, the rapid decline in farmed…
AgNet News Hour: Nutrition Policy, Prop 50, and California Agriculture Under Pressure
…Lorrie Boyer open the show with a look at new federal dietary guidelines tied to the Make America Healthy Again movement, which emphasize protein, fruits, vegetables, whole milk, and eggs…
Lex Nicoleta: Coastal Grandmother, Farming, Food & Influence
…drinks, and seasonal ingredients. Living in California gives her access to exceptional produce, which she uses as the foundation of her cooking. Berries, avocados, fruits, and vegetables are staples in…
Marketing, Wine & Ag: Lex Nicoleta on AgNet News Hour
…fresh vegetables—into recipes, reinforcing the idea that wine and food are experiential, not just consumable products. The Power of Video and Influencer Marketing A recurring theme in the discussion is…
Food Dyes, Kids, and Behavior: One Family’s Story
…focused on meat and vegetables. The real challenge wasn’t meals—it was snacks, candy, and convenience foods, where artificial colors are most common. School lunches were packed from home, though food…
Milk Is Back: Health Benefits, Kids, and California Dairy
…program, which provides every public school student with free breakfast and lunch daily. Each meal includes milk, along with fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. California has also invested heavily in…
John Deere on Organic Farming, Automation & the Future of Agriculture
…with growers producing much of the fresh fruits and vegetables we enjoy daily. “It’s exciting to see the dedication of growers advancing agriculture in meaningful ways,” Christensen added. John Deere…
Navigating California’s Agricultural Regulations: Insights from Bryan Little of the California Farm Bureau
…fruits and vegetables consumed in the United States, making the state’s labor and regulatory policies crucial for national food supply. Little emphasizes the importance of ensuring there are enough skilled…