Image by Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter” California prunes are a powerhouse! 99% of prunes are grown in California and about 40% of the global supply the annual production for…
California Walnut Growers Looking Forward to Promising 2025 Crop
…walnuts making up a substantial three-quarters of global trade. California Walnut Growers Looking Forward to Promising 2025 Crop Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products July 1, 2026 CIR Agriculture Harvester…
Trade Agreement with the UK Draws Praise from NCBA
…relationship between the two countries. With growing global demand for premium beef products, this agreement represents a positive step toward enhancing international trade partnerships. As market conditions evolve, NCBA remains…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 05-12-25
…and agricultural needs, with one speaker emphasizing the importance of farming for global food supply. The conversation also touches on the issue of international entities, particularly China, buying U.S. farmland,…
Latest Federal Dietary Guidelines being Developed
…guidelines aim to promote healthier eating habits for American families while also supporting local farmers and food producers. Updated every five years, these recommendations play a crucial role in shaping…
Agricultural Trade Remains Dynamic in Fruit Production and Distribution
…the FDA has blocked avocado shipments to Taiwan due to excessive cadmium levels, which surpass the country’s safety threshold. On a broader scale, the global melon market is projected to…
U.S. Red Meat Exports Rise in March, Beef Hits Nine-Month High
…since June. First-quarter exports were slightly below last year’s pace at 310,368 mt, but increased 2% in value to $2.53 billion. “Despite a great deal of uncertainty, global demand for…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 05-08-25
…layer of review for agency loans over $500,000. The weekly Almond Update, sponsored by the Almond Board of California, features Craig Durr, Vice President of Global Marketing and Sales at…
Almond Update: Role in Culinary World Extends Beyond ‘Snacking’
…been used as an essential ingredient in food production. He notes that returning to this ingredient-based approach will be beneficial, particularly as prices rise. “We can go back to being…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 05-07-25
…Commission supports this research, which is currently focused on California but may expand nationally. The hosts also touched on the benefits of removing synthetic dyes from food. In the final…
The Lipstick Farmer
…1% of America’s farmland, it produces 8% of the country’s food supply. Over 200 crops are grown here watered by the canals which bring water down from the Sacramento Delta….
California Rich Soil History
…and today we have some of the richest deepest soil on earth perfect to grow over 400 crops of food. California Rich Soil History Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products…
Central Valley Project Water Supply Allocation for 2025 Season Announced
…who grows the food that feeds our nation. The 2025 allocation reveals the region will now receive 50% of the contract total, up from 40%, which is still not good…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 05-02-25
…highlighting the $50 billion aid without strings attached, expected to boost Ukraine’s economy and security. The deal includes lithium and other minerals, with proceeds split between US aid repayment and…