…billion pounds. While early estimates were even higher, Kreps emphasized that strong global marketing has more than kept pace. Demand continues to surge in India, Brazil, South Korea, and Europe,…
How Sodium Interferes with Potassium Uptake in Tree Crops
…likely to be absorbed by the tree. If sodium levels are higher than potassium levels, the tree will preferentially take up sodium instead of potassium. This not only limits potassium…
John Duarte Lays Out a Blueprint for Water Abundance as World Ag Expo Hits Full Swing
…growers adopt higher-yield systems in almonds and pistachios. While water remains uncertain, he believes common-sense policy could restore confidence. “California can be great again,” he said, “but only if we…
World Ag Expo Week Begins as John Duarte Talks Almond Innovation, Water, and California’s Future
…years. With almond prices under pressure and input costs still high, he said growers need varieties that produce more with fewer passes, fewer bees, and earlier harvest windows. The conversation…
California Walnuts Gain Momentum as Robert Verloop Sees a Turning Point for Growers
…Executive Director of the California Walnut Commission and Board. After several difficult years marked by low prices, rising costs, and market uncertainty, Verloop believes the walnut industry is finally turning…
John Holmes and the Birth of Agricultural Education
…farming would continue to evolve through research, innovation, and higher learning—leaving a legacy that still shapes American agriculture today. John Holmes and the Birth of Agricultural Education — Mark Oppold,…
Zone-Based Nutrition Helps Tree Crop Growers Fine-Tune Fertility Programs
…helps reduce unnecessary inputs and improves overall return on investment. Rogers emphasized that successful zone-based nutrition always starts with good data. Regular soil and tissue sampling provide insight into how…
Making Smart Fertility Adjustments Without Losing Sight of the Long Term
…higher costs in the following season. By combining soil and tissue testing with a steady, long-term strategy, growers can make confident fertility decisions that support both the current crop and…
Rick Roberti Calls on Californians to Get Involved as Cattle Industry Faces a Crossroads
…record-high cattle prices driven by strong consumer demand, Roberti warned that profitability is still fragile. Rising costs, regulatory pressure, predator losses, and uncertainty around water and land access continue to…
Americans to Eat 1.48 Billion Wings for Super Bowl LX
…games, Los Angeles consumers order wings most frequently, averaging four wing purchases per person annually. Wings Remain an Affordable Protein Option Despite soaring demand, wings remain relatively affordable. Retail prices…
American Agriculture’s Expansion in the Early 1900s
…ten years of the century, average annual consumption of commercial fertilizer exceeded 3.5 million tons. This figure highlights how quickly farmers were adopting modern inputs to support expanding crop production….
California Raisins in Trouble: Kalem Barserian Warns the Industry Is Shrinking Fast
…land near 180,000 tons, which means if sales don’t increase, surplus inventory will keep growing and prices to growers will stay weak. Barserian also emphasized how rapidly raisin grape acreage…
Kalem Barsarian Sounds the Alarm on the Future of California Raisins
…tons this season, meaning surplus inventories continue to build. That oversupply has weakened grower prices and intensified pressure on packers and farmers alike. Barsarian also points to massive acreage losses….
Verdant Robotics’ Sharpshooter Is Redefining Precision Weed Control
…application are changing the way farmers manage weeds, inputs, and profitability. Verdant Robotics was founded by leaders from both the self-driving vehicle industry and commercial agriculture, supported by engineers with…