From Steel Lugs to Rubber: A Turning Point in Ag Innovation How Florida Growers and Harvey Firestone Changed Farming Forever In the early days of American agriculture, tractors and steam…
Battling Mites in Tree Fruit: Summer Strategies with Todd Burkdoll
As summer temperatures continue to rise, so do the threats to tree fruit crops. In this episode of The Growing Edge, Valent U.S.A.’s Todd Burkdoll shares urgent insights for growers…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 07-23-25
…in almond prices almost overnight. That drop could mean a 20% loss in projected profit for growers, potentially pushing some close to break-even levels. “Growers were feeling optimistic, and now…
Cotton Acreage Drops Significantly Across the Belt
…respond with a notable spike, though growers are hopeful for an eventual market adjustment. Policy Win: Boost in Seed Cotton Reference Price While the production outlook is challenging, there’s positive…
Coachella and San Joaquin Kick Off Table Grape Season
…good demand,” LeMay said. “They’re beginning to ramp down at this point depending upon growers’ harvest schedules.” Most growers in Coachella are expected to wrap up harvest within the next…
EPA Region 9 Administrator Meets with Ag Leaders on Air Quality
…Meets with Ag Leaders on Air Quality Meeting Hosted by Key Agricultural Associations The meeting was co-hosted by the California Cotton Ginners and Growers Association and the Western Agricultural Processors…
South African Growers Urge Tariff Relief for Citrus Exports to U.S.
…countries that face only a 10% levy. South African Growers Urge Tariff Relief for Citrus Exports to U.S. Growers warn that this disparity will render South African citrus “uncompetitive” in…
Watermelon Supply Surges in California, Arizona
…any major disruptions. In the eastern part of the country, the season may run slightly longer than usual, while the western regions may wrap up production a bit earlier than…
Homegrown Organic: Stephen Paul on Fruit, Figs, Farming Future
…and Global Partnerships While much of Homegrown’s business is domestic, the company works closely with growers in Mexico, Chile, Peru, and the South Pacific. Paul addressed the challenges and opportunities…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 07-21-25
…an unusually moderate spring and early summer, conditions have been nearly ideal for growers. The Coachella Valley harvest is wrapping up, and San Joaquin Valley production is now in full…
Wade Kirschenman on Grapes, Potatoes & Policy
…tariff on watermelons has dampened sales to Western Canada. “It’s hurting us a little,” Wade admitted. “But we’re getting by.” Water Access Still Defines Success in California Like many California…
California Table Grape Season Off to a Strong Start
…growers have crews in the field pulling that great California Table Grape from the vineyard,” said LeMay. Growers credit a moderate spring and sufficient chill hours for producing a high-quality…
Nick Foglio on Hay Markets, Water Scarcity, and the Future of California Ag
…forecasts that Central Valley growers, especially those with limited water allocations, will continue transitioning away from feed crops. “You’re probably going to end up putting [alfalfa] in dry vans coming…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 07-18-25
…we preview the upcoming Citrus and Specialty Crop Expo in Tampa, Florida. Josh and Nick invite citrus and specialty crop growers nationwide to attend the event on August 20–21 for…