…respectful trade negotiations that prioritize fair partnerships over friction. But the real highlight of the show is a vibrant and insightful interview with Lexa Nicoletta, the Central Valley-based creator of…
U.S.-India Trade Talks Stall Nut Shipments Amid Tariff Uncertainty
Delays in U.S. Nut Shipments to India Amid Pending Trade Deal A growing cloud of uncertainty over a proposed trade agreement between the United States and India is causing significant…
New Tariff Targets Mexican Tomato Imports
…failed. The decision escalates an ongoing trade conflict and could have wide-reaching effects on both growers and consumers. New Tariff Targets Mexican Tomato Imports Supporters Aim to Revive Domestic Industry…
Canada’s Trade Moves Raise Concerns for U.S. Meat Exporters
…trade officials and seen as a step toward easing tensions between the two countries. The tax had become a sticking point in ongoing trade negotiations, and its removal allows both…
Northwest Territory Opened New Frontiers for U.S. Agriculture
…trade throughout the Midwest. From Mark Oppold: “We think of the Northwest Territory as Idaho, Washington, and Oregon, but in 1788 it covered Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin, and the…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 07-14-25
…food costs. Nick and Josh dig into what that lawsuit could mean for producers nationwide. Hartwig’s insights on trade, water access, and labor are especially valuable. He warns that California’s…
U.S. Citrus Tariff Threatens South African Agriculture
A newly announced 30% tariff on South African citrus exports to the United States, set to take effect August 1, has drawn sharp backlash from agricultural stakeholders and trade experts….
California Fresh Fruit Industry Faces Crisis
…13 major fresh fruit commodities—including table grapes, stone fruit, figs, and pomegranates—Hartwig advocates for growers navigating mounting challenges across labor, regulation, water, and trade. California Fruit Industry Faces Crisis: Daniel…
Border Closure Halts Livestock Trade Amid Screw Worm Threat
…discovery of the screw worm is yet another blow to a sector already under pressure from reduced herd sizes and rising costs. Industry leaders warn that continued disruption in trade…
Tariffs and Oversupply Strain California Walnut Growers
…trade. California walnut growers now face the consequences of earlier expansions made under different market assumptions. Looking ahead, market diversification and trade policy reform are vital to restoring stability and…
Mexico Remains Top Market for U.S. Ag Exports in 2024
…Census Bureau Trade Data via FAS/GATS – inclusive of annual statistical correction released June 2025. Young Demographics and Urbanization Drive Demand Mexico’s expanding population—over 132 million strong—is dominated by younger…
India Tariff Cut Boosts California Walnut Outlook
…Free Trade Papagni added, “This new deal is a major step toward a U.S.-India free trade agreement, expected by fall 2025. It’s a game changer.” With low carry-in inventory and…
America’s First Turnpike Sparked Rural Expansion in 1794
…up new markets for agricultural goods. Tolls and Trade Travelers were charged a modest toll, estimated at two to five cents, to use the improved road. This toll helped maintain…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-08-25
…conversation with Michael Jameson of Morada Nut Company, one of the industry’s leading voices on the global walnut trade. Jameson offers a masterclass in ag economics, trade barriers, and international…