…to fresh produce. Fruit in particular is often given as a gift, and U.S. suppliers have consistently met these high expectations with excellent offerings. High-Value U.S. Produce in Japanese Markets…
Ground Beef Prices Hit Historic Highs Amid Supply Chain Strains
…collection began in the 1980s. Ground Beef Prices Hit Historic Highs Amid Supply Chain Strains AgNet West reporter Lorrie Boyer highlights that steak prices saw the most dramatic year-over-year increase…
Battling Mites in Tree Fruit: Summer Strategies with Todd Burkdoll
As summer temperatures continue to rise, so do the threats to tree fruit crops. In this episode of The Growing Edge, Valent U.S.A.’s Todd Burkdoll shares urgent insights for growers…
Coachella and San Joaquin Kick Off Table Grape Season
…LeMay, President and CEO of the California Table Grape Commission, favorable weather conditions and solid early demand are setting the stage for a productive and high-quality harvest. Coachella and San…
Summer of Lamb Grill Off Heats Up Consumer Engagement
…high-end brands such as Yeti, aligning with the campaign’s focus on aspirational outdoor experiences. Boosting Brand Awareness Through Storytelling and Social Media Participants were tasked with creating visually appealing and…
Watermelon Supply Surges in California, Arizona
…High Supply Meets Tepid Demand Despite the abundance of watermelons this summer, pricing has remained below average. This is due not only to the ample supply but also to a…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 07-21-25
…swing. LeMay confirms that this year’s table grapes are maturing beautifully, with strong sugar levels and high-quality yields hitting grocery store shelves across the U.S. and internationally. But it’s not…
Wade Kirschenman on Grapes, Potatoes & Policy
…far, Wade is optimistic. “We’ve had pretty good weather,” he said. “The quality looks really good.” Still, high temperatures and potential heat waves are a constant concern. “We don’t want…
California Table Grape Season Off to a Strong Start
…growers have crews in the field pulling that great California Table Grape from the vineyard,” said LeMay. Growers credit a moderate spring and sufficient chill hours for producing a high-quality…
Nick Foglio on Hay Markets, Water Scarcity, and the Future of California Ag
…in from Idaho… I’d be surprised if Central Valley went back to more alfalfa.” Instead, permanent crops are becoming more appealing where water access allows. However, with interest rates high…
Beef Industry Backs USDA Farm Security Plan
…only devastate us and our livelihoods, but devastate our ability to put a high-quality protein on the table for America’s families.” Industry Confidence Rooted in Government Commitment Having a clear,…
Almond Crop Forecast for a Strong Rebound
…turned favorable in early March, with warmer temperatures helping the crop progress smoothly through the remainder of bloom. Spring brought mild temperatures and well-timed rains, which supported healthy nut growth….
U.S.-India Trade Talks Stall Nut Shipments Amid Tariff Uncertainty
…incurred if import duties are lowered after shipments have already been processed. This strategic delay underscores the high-stakes nature of the trade talks and the immediate impact they can have…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-15-25
…and wide-ranging program that covered urgent issues impacting California agriculture. The show kicked off with a look at the extreme summer heat and the high-quality produce it’s bringing in —…