In today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour, hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill kick off a fabulous Friday with a spotlight on the upcoming Citrus and Specialty Crop Expo—an…
California Fruit Leader Calls Out Regulations Hurting Growers
…California Fresh Fruit Association represents growers and shippers of numerous specialty crops, including fresh grapes, kiwi, pomegranates, cherries, blueberries, peaches, pears, apricots, and nectarines. The organization advocates on behalf of…
Steve Hilton Blasts Solar Farms on California Agricultural Land
…Nearby Crops Hilton also raised agricultural concerns, especially for tree nut farmers. “Solar panels can actually affect nearby orchards by increasing surrounding temperatures,” he said. “That impacts chill hours, which…
Is This the Year of the Spider Mite? Strategies for Tree Nut and Grape Growers
…on hull rot prevention in almonds and how Quash® Fungicide plays a key role in protecting yield. If you grow almonds, grapes, or other crops, this episode is your frontline…
Farming Isn’t Easy—But It’s a Story Worth Telling
…origin, he believes it’s up to farmers to step up and share what really goes into growing the crops that feed America. “Social media and 24-hour news mean someone will…
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….
USDA Rolls Out New Round of Blueberry Grower Support
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a second round of marketing assistance for specialty crops—delivering critical financial support for America’s blueberry growers. USDA Rolls Out New Round of…
Solar Push Sparks Water, Ethics Concerns in California
…groundwater—water that farmers are currently barred from using for their crops under SGMA. The situation raises serious questions about the priorities of California’s environmental policy and whether it fairly balances…
NASS Launches U.S. Mushroom Production Survey
Nationwide Survey to Shed Light on Specialty Mushroom Sector The National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS), a division of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), has launched a new nationwide survey…
Agricultural Prices Rise 1.7% in May Amid Climbing Farm Costs
…tree nut markets also recorded appreciable price gains, a result of seasonal pressures and market demand favoring high-value crops. These increases, however, were tempered by price declines in food-grade grains,…
USDA Launches Support Program for Specialty Crop Growers
…targets producers of fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, and other high-value specialty crops who are navigating increased costs and market uncertainty. USDA Launches Support Program for Specialty Crop Growers Specialty crop…
Imperial Valley Sugar Plant Closure Raises Crop Market Concerns
…affects not just growers but also the fine balance of supply and demand across multiple crops. Leimgruber emphasized that overproduction in other crops could now lower prices, compounding challenges. Diverse…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 07-03-25
…heavily on seasonal and skilled immigrant labor. As delays in the H-2A program continue to cost farmers millions in lost crops, the potential for reform is welcome news. Nick and…
California Cherry Crop Plummets by 50%, Prices Spike
…California cherry season Current challenges in the walnut industry You can hear both conversations exclusively at AgNet West, where Jameson shares key insights on California’s specialty crop markets. Reporter: Nick…