…cheaper. “We’re hearing $7 or $8 a gallon by year’s end,” Wood warned. According to AAA’s gas price tracker, California consistently has some of the highest fuel costs in the…
Nick Foglio on Hay Markets, Water Scarcity, and the Future of California Ag
…$3,500–$4,000 for first-lactation cows or springers, putting further pressure on operating lines. Freight Costs and Fuel: A Growing Threat Foglio also expressed concern over rising freight costs, predicting gas prices…
U.S.-Indonesia Trade Deal Boosts Agriculture and Energy Exports
…exports of oil, liquefied natural gas (LNG), and fuel products are set to rise, benefitting domestic producers and the broader energy sector. $4.5 Billion in Agricultural Exports The agreement also…
Hilton Eyes Regulatory Overhaul for California Ag
…the side of business and helping them to succeed.” Aiming for $3 Gas and Pro-Business Policy Hilton stated one of his top goals would be to reduce fuel prices by…
California Fresh Fruit Industry Faces Crisis
…core problem is the failure to provide enough water to keep fertile land productive. Freight, Fuel, and Cost Concerns With gas prices projected to spike, Hartwig highlighted the broader threat…
Hilton: California Broken by Extremism, Incompetence
…Climate Policies Driving Higher Costs Hilton pointed to climate-related regulations as a major driver of rising costs across the state. “Why is everything so expensive?” he asked. “Gas, electricity, water,…
Assemblyman Warns of $8 Gas and Regulatory Strain on Farmers
…pointed to another growing crisis—freight and fuel. California Assemblyman Warns of $8 Gas and Regulatory Strain on Farmers “I truly believe that gas is probably going to hit around $8…
David Tangipa: Defending California Farmers from Costly Policies
…closure of multiple oil refineries as an example of regulatory overreach contributing to skyrocketing gas prices. “It’s time for government to get out of the way,” he said. Water and…
Ethanol Production Nears Full Capacity in U.S.
…of utilization reflects efficient resource management and responsiveness to market signals, without the risk of significant overproduction. Additionally, stable ethanol output supports fuel supply reliability, reduces greenhouse gas emissions, and…
CARB to Develop Biomass Incentives in 2029 Climate Strategy
…climate action strategy. These incentives will be formally outlined in CARB’s next scoping plan, the comprehensive policy document updated every five years to guide greenhouse gas reduction efforts across California….
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-16-25
…team tackles the state’s looming gas tax increase, refinery closures, and ongoing push toward electrification. With gas prices already topping $5 per gallon, the hosts express concern over the rising…
Elaine Culotti “The Lipstick Farmer” on Fixing California Supply Chain, Other Issues
…gas and putting in constraints on, you know, using electric vehicles when there’s no place to charge them? And it’s really just a crying shame. I definitely think you might…
From Exports to Excess: How Tariffs Are Crushing the Hay Market
…tighten up. I think you opened a lot of eyes today how bad the freight is out there, especially California with gas prices, is not going to get any better. You know,…
American Agriculture History Minute: Oregon’s Agricultural Leadership
…Idaho in potato production. He also notes that Oregon’s greenhouse and nursery stock is the state’s highest-earning commodity, generating over $1.5 billion annually. That’s today’s American Agriculture History Minute. I’m…