…Reservoir’s mission. From fertilizers to water usage, Bernstein emphasized the need for more precision in resource management. “How are we using inputs more efficiently, with more precision, and better water…
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,…
California Walnuts Battle Global Price Pressure
…reduced their purchases by 79% last year. “China undercut the market. Lower prices helped them gain significant market share in Türkiye and Dubai,” Jameson said. Still, he remains optimistic. “We’re…
Walnut Market Rebound: Jameson Sees Brighter 2025
…for California. “Last year, prices rose but volumes were so low that returns per acre were just okay,” Jameson said. “With better yields and strong pricing, 2025 could be the…
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…
Morada Nut’s Jameson on Walnut Market Challenges
…competitor—offering lower prices and shorter shelf life,” he noted. Jameson identified India as a game-changer: if tariffs drop to competitive levels, California walnuts could see a massive export surge. Domestic…
Agricultural Prices Rise 1.7% in May Amid Climbing Farm Costs
…indexes ticking upward. This contributed to a 1.7% overall rise in agricultural prices, reflecting complex shifts across key sectors. Ag Prices Rise 1.7% in May Amid Climbing Farm Costs Crop…
Imperial Valley Sugar Plant Closure Raises Crop Market Concerns
…affects not just growers but also the fine balance of supply and demand across multiple crops. Leimgruber emphasized that overproduction in other crops could now lower prices, compounding challenges. Diverse…
Extreme Heat Blamed for California Cherry Shortfall
…fruit development. “It actually mutates the cell when the cherry trees are going through cell division,” Jameson explained. “You end up getting a higher percentage of number two quality.” Multiple…
Water, Land, and Policy: Farmer Andrew Leimgruber Speaks Out
…depressed alfalfa prices, Leimgruber continues working 10 to 20 nights in a row to meet dairy demand. He remains cautiously optimistic. “Ag markets are cyclical. When shortages happen, markets adjust….
California Cherry Crop Plummets by 50%, Prices Spike
…But as Washington and Canadian cherry producers entered the market with higher volumes, retail prices began to fall. Still, Jameson described the early-season prices as “historic,” especially in grocery stores,…
Walnut Industry Repositions for Growth, Eyes Younger Market
…gut health, and weight management With higher-than-average volume expected and harvest beginning in September, the industry is poised for a breakout year. Listen to the Full Interview Nick Papagni dives…
Avocado Markets Shift Amid Rising U.S. Shipments and Holiday Demand
…Mexico remained the top supplier, followed by Peru, California, and Colombia. Prices have held steady for now, but rising inventories are beginning to create pressure as the market braces for…
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…