…upcoming citrus and specialty crop expo in Tampa, Florida, encouraging California farmers to attend and share insights. With the final segment of the Ag Net News Hour, Hosts Nick Papagni,…
Yuba Grower Named 2024 Rice Consultant of the Year
…a field scout with Wilbur-Ellis, working with crops like sugar beets, corn, wheat, and tomatoes. Later, Dodd co-founded a spreading business that emphasized strong farmer relationships and effective problem-solving. This…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 04-08-25
…The hosts also highlighted the importance of prunes, noting that 99% come from California and contribute $160 million annually. They encouraged listeners to attend the Citrus and Specialty Crop Expo…
April Designated as Invasive Plant Pest and Disease Awareness Month
…importance of citizen-driven strategies in protecting crops. The campaign emphasizes four key actions: staying informed about local quarantines, inspecting and cleaning outdoor gear before travel, purchasing domestically sourced agricultural products,…
Latest Crops and Commodities in Drought
…Latest Crops and Commodities in Drought Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt Ramsey November…
American Agriculture History Minute: Fertilizer Invented
…manure from their livestock helped crops become more productive. Wood Ash was a popular fertilizer early on. Modern fertilizer, a blend of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potash came into existence in…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 04-07-25
…Market Development Program (FMD), Technical Assistance for Specialty Crops Program (TASC), and the Emerging Markets Program (EMP). These programs aim to open new markets and support exports. The conversation also…
U.S. Beekeepers Report Record Colony Losses, Raising Alarm for Farmers
…could be significant. With fewer bees to pollinate crops like almonds, apples, and melons, farmers may see reduced yields and higher production costs. Economic losses for beekeepers are already estimated…
American Agriculture History Minute: Early Settlers Settle Appalachian Mountains
…about growing crops. That’s today’s American Agriculture History Minute. I’m Mark Oppold. Thanks for reading. I’ll see you next time. Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 04-04-25
…Development Program (FMD), Technical Assistance for Specialty Crops Program (TASK), and Emerging Markets Program (EMP). These programs aim to open new markets and promote exports. Brooke Rollins will lead trade…
Farm Closures Feared as Ag Industry Responds to New Tariffs
…economic sustainability of farmers who have lost money on most major crops for the past three years. “More than 20% of farm income comes from exports, and farmers rely on…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 04-03-25
…funding and ensure farmers are reimbursed for contracts. The bill addresses the impact of frozen funding on farmers’ investments, particularly in specialty crops. In today’s Almond Board of California feature,…
More Corn Expected to be Planted This Year
USDA’s Prospective Plantings Report for this season indicates a rise in corn acreages planted from the previous year, but what is the forecast for plantings of other Spring crops? Rod…
California Almond Producers Vote to Continue Marketing Order
…the Agricultural Marketing Agreement Act of 1937. These industry-driven programs help producers and handlers market their crops effectively by pooling resources for research, promotion, and quality control. The Almond Board,…