…of heat on crops, livestock, and human life. The hosts also debate personal preferences for hot versus cold weather. A proposed change by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to expand…
Fruit Storage Trends Reflect Decline
…continues to pose challenges for crops like cherries, reinforcing the importance of adaptive strategies in farming and distribution. As industry stakeholders prepare for the coming months, striking a balance between…
From Exports to Excess: How Tariffs Are Crushing the Hay Market
…the almond price is a reflection of that. The pistachio price is still strong. Permanent crops as a whole have rebounded a little bit and are looking like a positive outlook with…
Reisinger Discusses Challenges and Solutions for Farms in Book
…issue.” Is it because of the water issues, land’s too expensive, fertilizer? Are all those the big issues? “That’s absolutely right. You got rising costs, and then you got prices…
Kennedy Pledges Support for U.S. Farmers
…Commission,” which is examining a variety of factors potentially contributing to rising childhood chronic illnesses. But Kennedy made clear during a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing that supporting American agriculture remains…
Almond Update: ABC Making Significant Strides in Boosting Almond Exports
…imports into Turkey have nearly doubled, rising from 77 million pounds to over 151 million pounds in 2025. At the same time, Turkish almond exports have increased substantially, jumping from…
Organic vs. the Weather
Fertile agricultural field of organic crops in California Copyright: veeterzy / 123RF Stock Photo Talking with Steven Paul from Homegrown Organic Farms and asking is this the perfect weather here…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 05-20-25
…If you’re interested in how real-world organic farming works from soil to shelf, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. The episode also spotlights California’s powerhouse crops, with…
Cattle Market Currently Navigating Uncharted Territory
…driving this trend and what cattle producers should consider moving forward. One of the biggest concerns in the industry is the rising cost of feeder cattle. Producers looking to buy…
Disaster Declaration Submitted by San Joaquin County Agriculture Commissioner
…full scope of the impact on crops across the country. Disaster Declaration Submitted by San Joaquin County Agriculture Commissioner Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk…
Crop Production Report Offers Key Insights for 2024–2025 Season
…the cherry crops in the region have been damaged. Crop Production Report Offers Key Insights for 2024–2025 Season Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock…
California’s Agriculture Industry Faces Urgent Aging Challenge
…sector is not only a fundamental part of the economy but also a leader in producing specialty crops such as almonds, strawberries, and lettuce—commodities that require highly skilled labor. The…
Grant Funding Available Through USDA Programs
…Additionally, the USDA is providing $72 million through the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) to improve the market presence of specialty crops. These crops, which include high-value items such…
Almond Update: Initial 2025 Almond Production Forecast
…in early February in the Sacramento Valley, with peak flowering occurring in mid-month. However, weather patterns varied significantly across California, influencing the overall bloom cycle. Cooler temperatures and reduced bloom…