…oil is with agriculture. From fuel for tractors and irrigation pumps to freight transportation and fertilizer production, energy costs impact every step of the food supply chain. As Papagni noted,…
From Cattle Drives to Cold Storage: How Kansas City Became a Meatpacking Powerhouse
…nation’s food supply chain. The Texas Cattle Boom and Northern Markets At the same time, the Texas cattle industry was rapidly expanding. Ranchers needed access to northern markets where demand…
California Freight in Crisis: Wildwood Express on the Pressures Facing Trucking and Agriculture
…leave, highlighting the stress on the workforce and the fragility of supply chains. Rising emissions regulations are set to further challenge trucking operators. New trucks slated for 2027 could cost…
Freight Crisis Deepens as California Trucking Companies Warn of Industry Collapse
…the agricultural supply chain. Workforce retention remains steady for Wildwood Express, but compliance enforcement and licensing scrutiny create additional hurdles. Meanwhile, deteriorating highway conditions, especially along Highway 99, accelerate wear…
Bees Are Gold: Why Almond Growers Can’t Afford to Miss Pollination in 2026
…But last year brought serious disruption. Colony losses were high. Supply was tight. Demand surged. Many growers struggled to secure quality hives in time. One Shot at Pollination Almond bloom…
Fighting for Family Farms: Stephanie Moreda-Arend on Point Reyes’ Future
…our food supply, our economy, and a way of life that sustains generations. Thank you for the opportunity to chat, Stephanie, Dairy Girl Diaries “And on the 8th day, God…
Freight Industry Warning: California Trucking Companies Say Costs and Regulations Are Reaching a Breaking Point
…the state. Fuel remains one of the largest burdens. California diesel prices run significantly higher than neighboring states, and with refinery closures looming, uncertainty around supply and future pricing adds…
California Water, Energy, and Resource Policy: A Conversation with Edward Ring
…Ring emphasizes that California has the resources to dramatically improve its water supply — if projects are implemented strategically and collaboratively. Key initiatives include: Raising Shasta Dam and completing Sites…
Bee Season in Full Swing, Highlighting Pollination Urgency for Almond Growers
…in the country eventually makes its way to California for almond pollination. Given the scale of the industry, even minor colony losses can tighten supply. Last year’s elevated losses due…
Edward Ring Says Energy Abundance Could Transform California’s Water and Agriculture Future
…from Sierra watersheds, boosting water supply while reducing fire risk. Throughout the interview, Ring repeatedly emphasized collaboration over conflict. Farmers, urban water agencies, and policymakers must unite behind an “all-of-the-above”…
Edward Ring: Dredging the Delta Could Unlock Millions of Acre-Feet for California
…at the California Policy Center. Broadcasting during the final day of World Ag Expo, the discussion centered on a bold but practical idea: dredging the Sacramento–San Joaquin Delta to increase water supply,…
Record Pistachio Crop, Global Demand, and California’s Water Reality
…inputs, with minimal pesticide and herbicide use compared to many row crops. That message is landing overseas, helping demand outpace supply and strengthening pricing for growers. Tariffs, Trade, and Nutrient-Dense…
California Walnuts Poised for Growth as Global Markets Align
…record, with excellent size and quality, ensuring ample supply for both domestic and international customers. Today, about 65% of California walnuts are exported, reinforcing the crop’s global importance. One of…
Richard Kreps Says Pistachios, Water, and Common Sense Must Lead California Forward
…move volume, with global demand continuing to outpace supply — a positive sign for pricing and long-term stability. Trade was a key topic throughout the interview. Kreps explained that pistachios,…