Valley Pride Ag’s Sonny Toor discusses the 2025 harvest outlook, global demand, and what California nut growers should expect. California Nut Industry Navigates Opportunity and Challenge, Says Valley Pride Ag…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-29-25
…the long-term strength of U.S. nut exports and the need to strengthen domestic demand. He also calls for increased marketing efforts from the Walnut Board to match the momentum already…
Red Meat Production Slips in June as Beef Output Declines
…U.S. reached 26.7 billion pounds—a 2% decrease from the same period in 2024. During this six-month span, beef production fell 2%, while pork production was down by 1%. Consumer Demand…
Los Gatos Tomato: Innovation, Labor & Water in Focus
…all needing to function without interruption. Tomato Demand Shifts Post-COVID Green acknowledged the industry has seen softening demand for tomato paste in recent years—something that previously had been quite inelastic….
Tomato Trade Shift Pressures U.S. Processors
…provided insight into the current state of the tomato processing market. He pointed to a marked shift in demand and pricing following the COVID-19 pandemic. “Post-COVID, that has changed,” Green…
U.S.–Japan Trade Deal Boosts Agricultural Exports and Investment
…consumer demand for high-quality, aesthetically appealing food items. As a result, U.S. produce maintains a strong foothold in the Japanese marketplace. Rising Export Values Reflect Strong Demand According to the…
2025 California Almond Crop Forecast Hits 3 Billion Pounds
…partners to drive industry performance and demand. Almond Board CEO Highlights Global Strategy Josh McGill of AgNet West spoke with Clarice Turner, President and CEO of the Almond Board of…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 07-24-25
…the rise of weight-loss drugs affecting food demand. The episode also features timely updates on international trade wins for American ag, including new zero-tariff trade agreements with Japan, Indonesia, and…
Ground Beef Prices Hit Historic Highs Amid Supply Chain Strains
…Mexican cattle imports has tightened supply even more, contributing to the upward pressure on beef prices. Consumer Demand Remains Resilient Despite rising prices, demand for beef remains strong across the…
Coachella and San Joaquin Kick Off Table Grape Season
…LeMay, President and CEO of the California Table Grape Commission, favorable weather conditions and solid early demand are setting the stage for a productive and high-quality harvest. Coachella and San…
South African Growers Urge Tariff Relief for Citrus Exports to U.S.
…the U.S., jeopardizing the livelihoods of farmers who rely heavily on American demand for their seasonal produce. The association emphasized that unless a resolution is reached by August 1, the…
Watermelon Supply Surges in California, Arizona
…High Supply Meets Tepid Demand Despite the abundance of watermelons this summer, pricing has remained below average. This is due not only to the ample supply but also to a…
Tariff Disrupts U.S.-Brazil Beef Trade
…animal purchases in anticipation of reduced U.S. demand. Brazil currently accounts for roughly 23 percent of U.S. beef imports, making it a key player in the American meat supply chain….
Citrus Production Forecast: Grapefruit Down; Lemons, Tangerines Up
…may reflect improved growing conditions and stronger market demand for lemons in both domestic and export markets. Tangerine Production Rebounds in California Tangerine production is also on the rise, with…