…Woolf is best known for his role as CEO of Woolf Farming & Processing, a powerhouse in tomatoes, almonds, and value-added crops. Now, he’s known for something else: planting over…
How Westside Water Allocations Are Leaving Farmers Dry
…this system continues to punish growers trying to plan ahead for planting season. Farmer Mike Omari explains that the decision-making window is razor-thin. “We usually get our water allocation announcement…
Hemp Acreage Expands as Industry Gains Momentum
…reflect both expanded planting and higher yields, which climbed from 669 to 1,757 pounds per acre. Floral hemp drove the growth, with production more than doubling to 20.8 million pounds…
U.S. Hemp Acreage Surges, Production Value Hits $445 Million
…percent to just under 32,700 acres. The growth reflects both increased planting and higher yields, which rose from 669 to 1,757 pounds per acre. Floral hemp led the surge, with…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 04-16-25
…state of the agriculture market, focusing on central California’s ideal weather and the upcoming planting season. Nick Foglio from Foglio Commodities provided insights on the hay and alfalfa market, noting…
U.S. Farm Sector Starts 2025 Strong but Faces Rising Trade Risks and Price Pressures in New Administration
…change due to weaker personal consumption, higher imports, and uncertainty around changes in global trade. FCS says the U.S. farm sector entered the uncertain trade environment and spring planting season…
California Avocado Industry Expecting a Bumper Harvest
…a decade-long commitment to planting new trees. This has resulted in an additional 3 million trees across 50,000 acres. Avocados rank third in gross revenue among fruit and nut crops…
The Growing Edge: Wet Weather Impact on Central Valley Crops
…like Quash for better residual protection. He also highlighted the need for regular monitoring of weather predictions and planting densities to manage diseases effectively. Resources for further information include the…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 03-19-25
…like shot hole, Alternaria, and rust. Burkdoll recommended using systemic fungicides like Quash for better residual protection. He also highlighted the need for regular monitoring of weather predictions and planting…
USDA Expediting Direct Economic Assistance to Agricultural Producers
…a producer does not receive a pre-filled ECAP application, and they planted or were prevented from planting ECAP eligible commodities in 2024, they should contact their local FSA office. ECAP Payments…
Optimizing Crop Nutrition: Expert Advice on Phosphorus, Nitrogen, and Micronutrients
…when their crops will utilize phosphorus the most. For row crops, applying phosphorus at planting helps with root development. However, for tree crops like almonds, applying phosphorus during the root…
U.S. Cotton Acreage Expected to Decline in 2025, NCC Survey Finds
U.S. cotton growers plan to plant 9.6 million acres in 2025, a 14.5% decrease from the previous year, according to the National Cotton Council’s (NCC) annual planting intentions survey. The…
American Agriculture History Minute: Who Was Johnny Appleseed?
…life in Massachusetts. He had 11 younger siblings. He headed west, landing in Ohio, where he quickly continued his love of fruits, focusing on apples, planting whole orchards, showing landowners…
Fertilizer Tariff Concerns Loom as Spring Planting Approaches
Fertilizer markets are facing uncertainty due to ongoing tariff discussions. Farmers and industry experts are watching closely as potential price increases could impact critical inputs for the upcoming planting season….