…the challenges and opportunities facing California agriculture. From shifting market dynamics to regulatory roadblocks, Nicol offered an unvarnished look at the pressures growers are navigating in 2024. Market Shifts and…
Stay Ahead of the Threat: Protecting Pistachios from Insect Pressure
In this episode of The Growing Edge, Valent U.S.A.’s Todd Burkdoll breaks down one of the most pressing challenges facing pistachio growers today: Gill’s Mealybug infestation. As summer temperatures soar,…
California Farming Voices: Case Anker and Stan Nelson
…the pride and stewardship that comes with caring for animals and the land. The show then shifts north to Madera, where Nelson discusses Midland Tractor’s 40-year history serving California growers….
Fighting for California Agriculture: Rich Kreps
…failed to invest in storage and infrastructure, even in wet years, leaving growers vulnerable to drought and restrictive environmental flows. Without a balanced approach that serves farms, communities, and the…
Madera County Water Challenges Explained by Matt Angell
…sand, a phenomenon unfamiliar to many growers before then. Instead of unified action, local agencies and stakeholders often acted independently or at cross-purposes. Outreach efforts like mailed flyers were ineffective….
Freight, Labor, and Water: Roger Isom Unpacks the Big Challenges
In today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour, we bring you a powerful and in-depth conversation with Roger Isom, President and CEO of both the Western Agricultural Processors Association and…
Minturn Nut’s Darren Rigg Talks Almond Industry
…to its full-time workforce, though Rigg acknowledges that seasonal labor remains a concern for some growers. Resilience and a Long-Term View Rigg encourages growers to remain resilient, noting that the…
California’s Half-Billion Dollar Rodent Crisis: A Looming Threat to Tree Nut Growers
…Isom, CEO of both the Western Agricultural Processors Association and the California Cotton Ginners and Growers Association. He weighs in on California’s regulatory pressure, labor costs, and the breaking point…
Discover the Edge: Managing Tree Fruit Harvest in the Heat
…as August heat challenges tree fruit growers. Todd shares practical strategies and insider tips on how to navigate harvest pressures, highlighting ReTain® Plant Growth Regulator for California, a powerful tool…
California Almonds at the Crossroads: Tariffs, Trade, and Hope for a Better Harvest
…makers, marketers, and growers work together. Josh and the AgMeter closed the episode by emphasizing the resilience of California growers and the superior quality of California almonds. As Darren put…
Innovation and Ingenuity in the Desert: Yuma, Arizona’s Role in Feeding America
…a win for rural America. Tune in for a fascinating deep dive into how agriculture, innovation, and policy intersect in Yuma—and how California growers rely on this desert hub during…
Almond Crop Surprise: Growers Navigate Higher Yields, Market Strategy
Forecast Misses the Mark as Almond Crop Reaches 3 Billion Pounds DepositPhotos image California almond growers are adjusting to an unexpected increase in crop size this year. According to Sonny…
USDA Pays Millions to California Dairies Amid Bird Flu Milk Losses
…that occurred in 2024, suggesting the full economic toll is still unfolding. Anja Raudabaugh, Chief Executive Officer of Western United Dairies, the state’s largest dairy trade group, emphasized the critical…
California Avocado Commission Praises USDA Reorganization Efforts
…emphasized that the reorganization reinforces the USDA’s commitment to core services such as plant health, food safety, and inspection integrity—critical areas that directly impact growers and consumers. According to Melban,…