…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…
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
…growers, Kirschenman is navigating a complex water landscape. Fortunately, their location in the Arvin-Edison Water District offers more reliability than many. “We have pretty good deliveries of water. It’s expensive—but…
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…
U.S.-Indonesia Trade Deal Boosts Agriculture and Energy Exports
…Mills Association to purchase $1.25 billion of U.S. wheat annually from 2026 to 2030. This long-term purchase plan provides valuable stability to U.S. wheat growers facing fluctuating global demand. Major…
Almond Crop Forecast for a Strong Rebound
…and a strong forecast, California almond growers are looking ahead to a promising 2025 harvest. The increased production reflects both industry resilience and better growing conditions after recent years of…
Flush Irrigation Systems to Prevent Failures
…in soil health and water management. By properly maintaining irrigation lines, growers can ensure efficient water delivery, avoid system blockages, and support efforts to replenish groundwater—especially important in drought-prone areas…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 07-17-25
…with Mexico, a move stirring mixed reactions across the industry. While Florida growers applaud the decision, many in Texas and California—like tomato processor Stuart Wolf of Wolf Farms—are calling for…
The Growing Edge: Pistachio Pest Watch – Vital Insights from the Field
Join Todd Burkdoll, Field Market Development Manager at Valent U.S.A., as he dives into the critical midseason threats pistachio growers need to manage now. From the silent spread of Gill’s…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 07-16-25
…concern. The discussion covers California’s decision to terminate the tomato suspension agreement with Mexico, drawing both praise and criticism from stakeholders. Josh McGill notes that while some, like Florida growers,…
Lawsuit Highlights Sustainability Concerns Over Imported Avocados
…new lawsuit involving U.S. avocado growers is shedding light on how the global avocado supply chain may be falling short of environmental expectations—raising legal, ethical, and consumer transparency issues. Lawsuit…