…helped create the tractor trade-in program, which covers up to 80% of the cost for new, cleaner-running tractors,” Cunha said. The program, developed with industry partners like Roger Isom, is…
Almond Board Advances China Trade Talks
The Almond Board of California (ABC) recently hosted Chinese officials in Modesto to advance international trade discussions and build on last year’s diplomatic outreach. “This was a follow-up from the…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 06-26-25
…Jeff Bitter The team discusses innovative strategies like canned wine, influencer marketing, and tapping into younger consumer trends—while acknowledging the fragmentation that plagues industry-wide action. Almond Update: Global Trade, China,…
New Bipartisan Bill Aims to Ease Ag Transport Weight Limits
…during planting and harvest windows Bipartisan Momentum and Industry Support The bill has already garnered bipartisan backing and strong interest from agricultural trade groups, many of whom have long advocated…
Citrus and Specialty Crop Expo 2025 Welcomes California Growers
…ag professionals. The packed trade show floor will offer attendees a unique opportunity to connect with peers, explore innovative technologies, and share insights on pressing issues like pest control, labor…
CDFA Expands Quarantine to Contain Pest Outbreak in Orange County
…crops, supporting growers, and maintaining the integrity of agricultural trade and supply chains. Stay informed by visiting CDFA’s website for updates and interactive maps related to the Orange County quarantine….
USDA Proposal Sparks Concern Among Organic Mushroom Growers
…future integrity of USDA organic certification. Threat to Consumer Confidence in Organic Labeling Growers and trade organizations argue that the proposed changes could undermine consumer trust in the USDA organic…
Almond Update: The Power of Participation — A Grower’s Perspective on Almond Board Committees
…skincare, these studies help elevate the crop’s profile worldwide. Mike also praised the Almond Board’s Trade Policy and Regulatory Affairs Committee for its behind-the-scenes work in resolving export challenges —…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 06-19-25
…seeking support to expand distribution and visibility, including partnerships with ag companies and trade shows. New state and international versions of the decal have already reached places like Brazil and…
Agricultural Trails Shaped the West
…trade and transport between the United States and what was then northern Mexico, helping farmers and traders alike. The California Trail stretched across the plains and over the northern Rocky…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-17-25
…everything from war and trade to AI and climate change. But noticeably absent from their formal agenda? Agriculture. That’s why the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture launched a concurrent…
Jesse Silva Discusses California Citrus, Global Trade, Future of Farming
…produce from over 30,000 acres statewide, spanning from the North Valley to the South Valley. Jesse Silva Discusses California Citrus, Global Trade, Future of Farming Year-Round Citrus, Powered by Global…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-13-25
…message is clear: the USDA is putting farmers first. She covers a lot of ground, from slashing red tape and expanding global trade to confronting Prop 12, managing labor issues,…
USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins Highlights Trade Wins, Disaster Aid, and Regulatory Cuts in House Testimony
…office under the Trump administration. In her opening remarks, Secretary Rollins emphasized a bold, farmer-first agenda, touting major actions in trade, disaster relief, regulatory reform, and food security. “The hardworking…