…2023, bringing the total to 1.52 million acres. Almond Board of California CEO Clarice Turner attributed this trend to several economic pressures facing growers. “High interest rates, lower almond prices,…
Specialty Crop Trade Policies Could Shift Under New Administration
…highlighted a focus on aggressive tariff policies, the actual approach is expected to be more calculated. “We are likely to see tariffs used as leverage to negotiate trade deals,” he…
USMEF Chair Highlights Export Growth and Value for U.S. Farmers
…quality. Hanson emphasized that U.S. beef exports remain competitive due to their high quality, safety, and sustainability. “Our product overseas is desired because of its quality,” he said. Corn-fed beef,…
Farm Groups Respond to Brooke Rollins’ Nomination as Agriculture Secretary
…emphasized the challenges awaiting her, including high input costs, market instability, and extreme weather. He urged Rollins to prioritize fair markets, economic stability, and vibrant rural communities, especially with the…
BeeHero: Revolutionizing Pollination Through Technology
…growers to optimize crop yields and ensure sustainability in agriculture. Jeffrey Shaw, BeeHero’s Director of Research, highlighted the importance of honeybees in pollination. “One in every three bites of food…
E. Coli Outbreak Linked to Recalled Organic Carrots
…high fever, persistent diarrhea, bloody stools, and dehydration. Those experiencing severe symptoms should contact a healthcare provider. Businesses are also urged not to sell or serve the recalled carrots and…
Sustainable Vineyards Expand in California
…SIP program ensures that vineyards meet high standards for water conservation, habitat preservation, business management, and more. Among the new members is Foxen Vineyard in Santa Maria, whose estate Tinaquaic…
Farm Service Agency Stresses Support for Farmers Amid Disasters
…Media, Administrator Zach Ducheneaux highlighted the agency’s efforts to provide relief to producers who have suffered devastating losses due to recent hurricanes in the southeast and the extremes of flooding…
Almond Update: California Almonds Address Market Access Challenges in Italy
…of the Pre-Export Check (PEC) program, industry training sessions, PEC webinars, and the annual handler audits—all designed to uphold high safety and quality standards. Kulkarni also emphasized the strong partnership…
CDPR to Begin Reevaluation of Paraquat Dichloride
…the pesticide’s registration in California. Paraquat is widely used to control weeds in many crops. However, concerns have grown around its potential health and environmental risks, particularly its high toxicity….
California Expands Program to Double Nutrition Benefits for Low-Income Shoppers at Farmers’ Markets
…and high rates of diet-related diseases. Priority will go to projects that serve low-income communities where many residents qualify for nutrition benefits such as CalFresh, WIC, and SFMNP. This year,…
Organizations Collecting Donations for Ranchers Hit by Wildfires
…An estimated 120,000 acres were burned up by wildfires last month, with high winds of up to 78 miles per hour helping the fires to tear through the region. The…
Farmers’ Optimism Rose Ahead of U.S. Election, Purdue Ag Economy Barometer Shows
…compared to 2015-16’s downturn. James Mintert, principal investigator and director of Purdue’s Center for Commercial Agriculture, highlighted a shift toward optimism. In October, 53% of producers expected challenging times for…
Decline in California Farmland Values Raises Economic Concerns
…compounded by challenges like low crop prices, high operational costs, and increasing SGMA enforcement. These financial pressures make it difficult for farmers to secure necessary loans, pushing some to consider…