…control of a basin, their main lever is restricting groundwater pumping—often drastically. Ference warned that under State Water Board management: Pumping allocations would likely be sharply reduced Recharge and offset…
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…to the Mississippi River, marking a major milestone in the nation’s expansion. At its heart stood St. Louis, Missouri—the largest town on the frontier and a hub for trade and…
California Walnut Harvest 2025: Quality, Volume & Market Outlook
…walnuts that meet specific market needs while optimizing pricing and distribution. Market Conditions and Competition International trade factors significantly impact walnut exports. Tariffs remain a challenge, especially India’s 100% tariff,…
Michael Jameson Reports a Rebound for California Walnuts
…once again favoring California walnuts over cheaper Chinese product. “China had a rough season — they had freezes, a warm August, and less exportable volume,” he explained. “That brought prices…
The Rise of Plantation Agriculture in Early America
…labor systems and became vital to the colonies’ export trade. The plantation economy was not only about wealth—it was also about survival. While elite landowners grew cash crops for export,…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads: Insights from Fresno County Farm Bureau President Ryan Jacobsen
…and tomatoes to dairy and cattle. As a general agriculture organization, the Farm Bureau bridges all these sectors. A “Jack of All Trades” With 21 years at the Bureau and…
Ryan Jacobsen on Farming Through Storms, Labor, and the Future of California Agriculture
…finally bring common-sense reform,” he said. “If we can secure the border, recognize the people already working productively in agriculture, and support fair trade, California can thrive again.” He ended…
From Barley to Cotton: How America’s Early Crops Shaped Agriculture
…Maryland, tobacco emerged as a highly profitable cash crop that fueled both local economies and international trade. Farther south, in South Carolina, farmers found ideal conditions for cultivating rice, another…
Westward Expansion: The Harsh Beginnings of America’s Frontier Farmers
…a slow, hard-fought process—one that would eventually define the nation’s agricultural identity. British Restrictions and the Proclamation of 1763 Before the Revolutionary War, the British Empire tried to halt westward…
Kings River Packing: Eight Generations of Citrus Leadership
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Farming the Frontier: How Early Settlers Built America
…surplus crops. Extra wheat, corn, oats, and livestock—particularly hogs—became valuable commodities for trade or sale. These exchanges were crucial to frontier life, as they allowed farmers to obtain necessities that…
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…crop forecasts, pricing trends, and how trade and weather are shaping grower returns. He confirmed that this year’s almond crop is trending slightly below 2.7 billion pounds, down from last year’s…
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…U.S. dollar remains a challenge for exports, but the smaller crop should support firmer pricing. Tariffs, Trade Policy, and Almond Access Global trade remains a defining issue for the almond…
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…But rather than a unilateral decision to import more beef, he recommends a fair and reciprocal trade agreement with Argentina. The trade imbalance is striking: Argentina imported over $800 million…