…journey is filled with trial, error, and ultimately triumph, as he built trusted relationships with growers, earned their respect, and helped shape the future of rice production in the state….
Darren Hill: Why JD Food Buys Beef Nationwide
…extremely high. It’s a very popular item.” JD Food purchases beef from major packers across the Midwest and Western United States. Though California has some prominent packers, Hill noted, they…
Blueberries Booming: Daniel Jackson on California’s Berry Surge
…recognized as one of the largest blueberry growers in the world. Blueberries Booming: Daniel Jackson on California’s Berry Surge The story began with a trip to Spain. Jackson and his…
Netting Mandarins: A Citrus Shift at Kings River
…California growers are adapting to changing market demands through strategic practices like netting—balancing innovation with economic realities. Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter,” reporting for AgNet West Sponsored Content Let’s Talk…
Citrus and Specialty Crop Expo 2025 Welcomes California Growers
…2025 Welcomes California Growers “We are super excited for this year’s Citrus and Specialty Crop Expo,” said Assaf. “We’ll have agriculture companies and growers from across the country and around…
Call to Prioritize California Farming Amid Environmental Controversy
A Generational Crisis in the Delta Rich Kreps of Ultra Gro — a pistachio grower and board chairman of American Pistachio Growers — voiced growing frustration over how environmental narratives…
CDFA Expands Quarantine to Contain Pest Outbreak in Orange County
…local growers. Quarantine enforcement includes: Prohibiting the transport of host materials without inspection Increased monitoring and field inspections Outreach to nurseries, landscapers, and growers Public Awareness and Compliance Encouraged To…
USDA Proposal Sparks Concern Among Organic Mushroom Growers
…organic agriculture sector—particularly among organic mushroom growers. The proposal would roll back key regulations that have supported the growth and credibility of the organic mushroom market, raising concerns about the…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-20-25
…From stricter standards and longer certification timelines to challenges in weed management and shorter shelf life, organic growers face mounting pressures. Josh and Nick explore whether organic’s popularity is driven…
Windmills and Their Lasting Legacy in American Agriculture
…today, trace their origins back to the 8th and 9th centuries in the Middle East and Western Asia. As the technology spread, countries like England and the Netherlands became early…
California’s Meat Industry Faces Historic Supply Crunch
…from packers across the Midwest and Western states. “The beef market is tight, and it’s not getting better anytime soon,” Hill added. “Forecasts show this could last through 2026.” Navigating…
Almond Update: The Power of Participation — A Grower’s Perspective on Almond Board Committees
…Almond Update: The Power of Participation — A Grower’s Perspective on Almond Board Committees Mike’s journey began with a desire to better understand where grower dollars were going and how…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 06-19-25
…Australia. Also in this episode, Todd Burkdoll from Valent U.S.A. shared critical insights on disease and pest management for berry growers transitioning into summer—especially useful given this year’s shift from…
Spring Rainfall Bring Thrip Challenges to California Citrus Growers
…issue facing citrus growers this season—an uptick in thrip pressure tied to spring rainfall. While the rainfall brought some much-needed water to the region, it also created ideal conditions for…