…vegetables, and melons. These categories faced headwinds due to higher supply levels, reduced domestic demand, or intensified competition from imports. Livestock Market Highlights Livestock commodity prices rose by 1.4%, powered…
USDA Launches Support Program for Specialty Crop Growers
…targets producers of fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, and other high-value specialty crops who are navigating increased costs and market uncertainty. USDA Launches Support Program for Specialty Crop Growers Specialty crop…
U.S.–Morocco Ag Ties Strengthened During California Almond Tour
The Almond Board of California (ABC) recently hosted a high-level agricultural trade delegation from Morocco, marking a significant step in deepening U.S.–Moroccan relations in food and agriculture. Coordinated in partnership…
H-2A Guestworker Program Burdening California Farmers
…transportation, and food. California’s $16.50 state minimum wage sets a high baseline, which significantly increases the total cost of compliance. “It’s a very costly program,” Cunha noted. “It’s not workable…
Extreme Heat Blamed for California Cherry Shortfall
…California Cherry Shortfall In an interview with Nick Papagni of AgNet West, Jameson pointed to last summer’s intense heat wave—temperatures ranged from 108 to 112 degrees—as a key factor impacting…
California Cherry Crop Plummets by 50%, Prices Spike
…statewide production down nearly 50% from the previous year. According to Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter”, much of the loss traces back to last summer’s scorching temperatures—persistent heat between 108…
Technology Transforms California Cherry Industry
…Reflects on 37 Years “When I first started, everything was domestic,” said Jameson. “But once California cherries gained exposure to markets like Japan, it elevated the entire industry.” Jameson highlighted…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-01-25
…9 million the year prior. That limited supply drove prices sky-high, but also left many orchards—especially in Southern regions like Kern County—completely unharvested. Beyond the numbers, Jameson highlights advances in…
CIR Agriculture Harvester Products
…of high-quality products and services is matched only by the knowledge of our dedicated sales and service staff, many of whom have been with us for 15, 20 and over…
Morada Produce Reports Cherry Shortage
…consecutive high-yield seasons. Despite these challenges, the quality remained high, and strong demand pushed prices to record levels. Technology and Global Reach Jameson also emphasized the role of cutting-edge optical…
Wine Grape Market Struggles: Jeff Bitter Shares Tough Outlook
…shortages, high fuel prices, and persistent state-level economic pressures. “It’s been very difficult as we go forward here to be sustainable economically,” he added. As the industry navigates these turbulent…
California Eggplant Harvest Begins with Strong Quality Reports
…temperatures arrive. Despite market fluctuations elsewhere, demand for eggplant remains good and consistent, providing growers with a reliable outlet for their product. — Reported by Lorrie Boyer, AgNet West Sponsored…
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Cunha on Immigration, Labor, Regulatory Reform
…warrant?’” 4. Reform Through the Dignity Act Cunha highlighted his collaboration with Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) and a bipartisan coalition—Immigration Reform for Frontline Workers Alliance—supporting the Dignity Act. The…