…hay. Looking Ahead: More Feeder Hay by Late Summer Growers are gearing up for another round of production. With two irrigations ahead, many are aiming for higher yields, expecting to…
Bianco Slams Solar Panels on Farmland
…from farmers and industry advocates concerned about the long-term impact on California’s food production. Bianco Slams Solar Panels on Farmland “A Rude Awakening” for Sacramento “If I win this election,…
Eli Whitney’s Cotton Gin Revolutionized American Agriculture
…agriculture was immediate and profound. Cotton production soared, transforming it into a dominant cash crop in the South. This, in turn, fueled economic growth, expanded farmland use, and reshaped the…
Hilton Slams Solar on Farmland, Pledges Support for California Ag
…Hilton said. “It’s an evil scam.” He argued the policy benefits private equity donors at the expense of food production and even climate integrity. According to Hilton, solar farms raise…
California Fruit Leader Calls Out Regulations Hurting Growers
…decisions have on food production and farm viability. “We have to be so good at what we do here just to be able to compete, really,” Hartwig concluded. For more…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 07-10-25
…ag needs from its next leader. He responds with a promise: “I will be the biggest champion California farmers have ever had.” Whether it’s preserving organic dairies in the north,…
USDA Launches Grape Grower Survey
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is gearing up to launch a nationwide survey that will play a critical role in shaping the 2025 grape production forecast. Conducted by the…
Immigration Plan Proposed to Keep Undocumented Farm Workers
…marks a significant rhetorical pivot from Trump’s earlier strict deportation-first approach. By emphasizing employer oversight and continuity of food production, Trump now appears more aligned with economic pragmatism than zero-tolerance…
Walnuts Deliver Year-Round Shelf Life, Says Jameson
…dynamics of California walnuts. With a background also in cherry production, Jameson highlighted key differences between the two crops—primarily in how long each product can remain viable in the marketplace….
Del Monte Foods Chapter 11 Signals Shift in Food Industry
…to make such a move. The traditional canned goods model is struggling in a market where fresh and organic products dominate and where nearly 45% of the shelf space is…
California Pear Yields Set for Strong Comeback in 2025
…is a significant boost in Bartlett pear production. Widely regarded as the cornerstone of California’s pear sector, Bartlett yields are projected to climb from 1.2 million to 1.6 million packages…
USDA Rolls Out New Round of Blueberry Grower Support
…production costs continue to climb and market volatility challenges grower profitability. The funding is aimed at helping producers stay afloat and reinvest in vital on-farm infrastructure, labor, and crop quality…
California Walnuts Battle Global Price Pressure
…are cheaper due to lower production costs and fewer regulations, especially compared to what we deal with here in California,” he said. Despite these disadvantages, Jameson stressed the quality advantage…
Southern Border Action Could Protect Farms
…rural communities and food production. He calls for cooperation across industries to fix the problem now—not later. With real reform, Cunha believes the U.S. can protect its borders, workers, and…