A Promising Year for Citrus, Bolstered by U.S. Quality and Strategic Imports In a conversation with AgNet West, Jesse Silva, Vice President of Sales at Kings River Packing, painted an…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-16-25
…Sales at Kings River Packing. Silva shares the latest on California’s citrus industry—from lemon market shifts and export challenges to thrip pressures, netting strategies, and what consumers can expect in…
Domestic Lemons in High Demand as Imports Decline
Market Turns Favorable for U.S. Lemons Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter,” recently caught up with Jesse Silva, Vice President of Sales at Kings River Packing, one of the largest citrus…
Jesse Silva Discusses California Citrus, Global Trade, Future of Farming
Jesse Silva, Vice President of Sales for Kings River Packing, represents the eighth generation of a California farming family rooted in Sanger. The company operates four packing sheds and markets…
California Avocado Month Launches with Strong Supply and Soaring Demand
…avocados, known for their quality, nutrition, and versatility. Retailers are preparing for robust sales, with crop forecasts projecting 11 to 17 million pounds of avocados per week through June and…
CDFA Now Accepting Proposals for Biologically Integrated Farming Systems Grants
Farm tractor spraying pesticides & insecticides herbicides over green vineyard field. Napa Valley, Napa County, California, USA DepositPhotos image The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has announced that…
Maximizing Shelf Life: Family Tree Farms Adapts to the Demands of Fresh Tree Fruit
…small niche. According to Jackson, they pack over 170 million pounds of tree fruit and blueberries annually. That volume requires extraordinary coordination across genetics, field operations, packing, and sales. Conclusion…
California Assembly Clears Path for E-15 Fuel Sales
…Resources Board (CARB) completes its rulemaking process. California Assembly Clears Path for E-15 Fuel Sales The bill received a 65 to vote in the Assembly, reflecting strong bipartisan support. Because…
2025-2026 California Table Grape Season: A Fresh Start to a Global Campaign
…into December. This strategic approach ensures that California grapes are available year-round, keeping them at the forefront of the fresh fruit market. A Global Marketing Campaign to Boost Sales As…
California Ag Under Pressure: Innovation, Legacy, and the Voice of Nick Anderson
…his graduation from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, Nick’s career journey—from production work to pest control advisor, branch manager, sales manager, and now Western Division Manager—mirrors the evolution of California…
May Rural Mainstreet Index: Still Below Growth Neutral
…neutral. • Farm equipment sales dropped below growth neutral for the 21st straight month. • Federal Reserve interest rate policies have boosted CD purchases above growth neutral for 30 straight months. • Approximately 68%…
Reisinger Discusses Challenges and Solutions for Farms in Book
…back of a tractor, or he’s rushing to get there if he isn’t. And it’s a kind of work that gets down into your blood and your bones. And I…
Pet Lover’s Spay and Neuter Grant Program-Receives Funding from CDFA
…sales from the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV); and 2) the Prevention of Animal Homelessness and Cruelty Voluntary Tax Contribution Fund, supported by voluntary contributions provided by California individuals on…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 05-20-25
…With exports accounting for 30% of grape sales and rising, Ian shares what’s ahead for California growers, including how new trade relationships and quality control are shaping the season. From…