…is more important than ever. But that’s just the beginning! We also feature a powerful interview with Dave Puglia, President of the Western Growers Association. Dave explains how specialty crops…
Fresh Vegetable Availability Drops, But Onions and Tomatoes Hold Strong
…greens—signaling evolving dietary preferences. Stay tuned with AgNet West for more insights on crop trends, market shifts, and farm economics shaping the specialty produce industry Lori Boyer reporting for AgNet…
Key Dates for Growers and Agricultural Professionals
…smoke exposure challenges. 🍊 Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo 📅 Dates: August 20–21, 2025 📍 Location: Tampa, Florida 🔗 Details: citrusexpo.net It’s a working vacation for citrus growers and specialty…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 05-30-25
…industry and the impact on crops like corn that rely on glyphosate The AgNet News Hour hosts, in the final segment of today’s show, discuss the impact of tariffs on…
Significant Agricultural Shift by Increasingly Growing Agave
…the primary ingredient in tequila and mezcal, is gaining popularity among farmers looking for alternatives to water-intensive crops like almonds. This transition is largely motivated by California’s persistent water management…
Lipstick Farmer on “559 Farm Train”
…of their crops to waste due to supply chains. And because freight is so expensive nowadays, Elaine’s come up with the idea of using rail cars. Elaine, how did you…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 05-29 25
…farming in California due to its drought tolerance and marketing efforts, and the growing interest in Agave crops for tequila and mezcal production. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……
Elaine Culotti “The Lipstick Farmer” on Fixing California Supply Chain, Other Issues
…over 50% of their crops to waste due to supply chains. And because freight is so expensive nowadays, Elaine’s come up with the idea of using rail cars. Elaine, how…
Current State of Farming, Particular Focusing on Almond – Pistachio Markets
…remains robust, contributing to a positive outlook for permanent crops overall, with some exceptions. While permanent crops like almonds and pistachios show promise, other segments of the agriculture industry, such…
Drought Causes Significant Challenges to California Farmers
…allocation becomes increasingly strained, farmers face growing uncertainty about their ability to irrigate crops and maintain productivity. Beyond infrastructure, regulatory hurdles present additional obstacles. Puglia argues that certain environmental regulations,…
California Ag Markets Experiencing Mixed Recovery After Tariff Disruption
…highlights a major economic challenge in that sector, where producers continue to navigate an imbalance between cost of production and market pricing. The broader outlook for California’s specialty crops remains…
Crucial Agreement Between U.S. and Mexico Halted
…weevil, a destructive insect that poses a significant threat to avocado crops. The growing number of infestations has raised alarms among industry experts, prompting urgent calls for action. The California…
Avocado Commission Advocating for Restoration of Inspection Protocols
…have been recorded, including the seed weevil, a destructive insect that poses a significant threat to avocado crops. The growing number of infestations has raised alarms among industry experts, prompting…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 05-26-25
…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…




















