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Learning, Networking, and a Change of Scenery: Why California Growers May Want to Head to Fort Myers in 2026
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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,…
California Walnuts Gain Momentum as Robert Verloop Sees a Turning Point for Growers
…65 percent of production is exported. That global reach has made trade policy especially important, and Verloop called recent developments with India the most significant news the industry has seen…
World Ag Expo 2026 Returns to Tulare With Global Innovation, Education, and Community Impact
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…scale, impact, and excitement surrounding the world’s largest annual agricultural trade show. Lausten explained that preparations for the event are already in full swing, with massive equipment beginning to roll…