…to higher education, allowing him to attend Gonzaga University in Washington through the ROTC program. Over a distinguished 23-year career, Rios led troops in combat operations in Iraq, Afghanistan, and…
Freight Crisis, Regulations, and the Future of Trucking in California
…feels the effects at the grocery store. “Anything you buy was on a truck at some point,” McGill reminded listeners, and higher freight costs mean higher prices for food, fuel,…
Beef Prices, Prop 12, and Holiday Meat Trends on AgNet News Hour
…With ranchers unable to retain enough heifers for breeding, herd rebuilding is stalled — and that means beef prices will stay high through at least 2026. Even so, demand has…
Beef Supply Shortages and Meat Prices: Darren Hill of JD Food
…a wide range of issues, from ongoing cattle shortages and high beef prices to Proposition 12’s effect on pork, the outlook for turkey season, and the unique challenges facing California’s…
E.T. York: Advancing American Agriculture Through Education and Leadership
…knowledge are as essential to agricultural progress as seeds and soil. From Alabama to the national stage, York played a pivotal role in shaping agricultural policy, extension services, and higher…
Reedley College Ag Conference 2025: Innovation, Careers & Farming’s Future
…enhance efficiency, improve safety, and create higher-quality careers in agriculture. Why This Conference Matters Agriculture is changing rapidly, and events like the Reedley College Ag Conference help bridge the gap…
California Almond Harvest 2025: Prices and Yields
…Market Prices Firming Despite quality concerns, almond prices are climbing back after an early-season plunge. Prices fell below $2 per pound when 3-billion-pound projections dominated headlines, but with actual yields…
Freeman Vineyard: Organic Sonoma Wines with Global Reach
…themselves, the Freeman family has long prioritized soil and water health. Fifteen years ago, they stopped using non-organic inputs, and today their estate vineyards are certified organic. Their third vineyard,…
Farming for the Future: Jake Barcellos and A-Bar Ag Enterprises
…a constant struggle, as California farmers face stricter regulations and higher operating costs. Investing in Innovation and Automation To stay competitive, A-Bar Ag has invested heavily in drip irrigation and…
Don Cameron: California Ag Leadership & Challenges
…lower. Cameron points to Brazil, where farmworkers earn around $300 a month, creating a steep disadvantage for California growers. Despite offering better working conditions and higher standards, California producers must…
Big News for Dairy and Almond Growers: USDA Announces $1 Billion Relief Program, Almond Yields Down
…prices. But Malanka’s firsthand reports from the field paint a different picture. Yields are consistently off across the Central Valley, with haulers seeing reductions ranging anywhere from 10 to 22…
Beef on Dairy Industry Report Highlights Growth and Opportunity
…nutrition and health standards are met early in life.” Purina has developed targeted nutrition programs like PrimeStart, designed to enhance muscularity and marbling in beef-on-dairy calves. Research shows higher planes…
California Ag Battles: Water, Solar, and Farmland Futures
…state’s agricultural capacity will have long-term consequences: higher food prices, lower quality, and greater dependence on imports. “If we keep thinking like this,” he said, “California won’t be able to…
Melissa Oberti on Grapes, Almonds, and Water Challenges
…higher operating costs than competitors in other states: Minimum wages are significantly higher. Utility monopolies create expensive energy costs. Environmental regulations restrict common farming practices, including crop burning and pest…