‘Containergeddon’ at Ports Cost California Farmers $2.1 Billion Posted by David Eddy|January 3, 2022 New research estimates losses of a half-billion just to nut growers, and points to congestion and inefficiencies.
California Grape Growers Dealing With Herbicide Shortages Posted by David Eddy|December 21, 2021 Global pandemic-driven supply chain disruptions force some to pivot from chemicals to biological and/or mechanical measures.
Almond Alliance Names New Leader Posted by David Eddy|November 29, 2021 The organization, which is the chief lobbyist for the almond industry, will be led by a woman coming from the cattle business.
It’s a First: Spotted Wing Drosophila Enemy Found in U.S. Posted by David Eddy|November 19, 2021 The parasitoid wasp, a natural enemy of the berry-eating fly, was found last month in Washington near the Canadian border.
Meet the 2021 Organic Grower of the Year Award Winner Posted by David Eddy|November 9, 2021 Vic Smith, “a grower’s grower,” to be honored in December at the Organic Grower Summit.
Michigan Grower Named to Lead USApple Association Posted by David Eddy|August 25, 2021 Chris Alpers, who already has experience testifying before Congress, takes the reins for 2021-2022.
Washington Apple Crop Estimated To Be Up Slightly Posted by David Eddy|August 9, 2021 The Washington State Tree Fruit Association forecast for the 2021 fresh apple crop is out. See how it compares to last year and 2019.
First Fresh U.S. Blueberries Arrive In China Posted by David Eddy|July 23, 2021 To gain access to the China market, the U.S. government and the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council worked together with China’s customs authorities for years to develop export phytosanitary protocols for fresh blueberries.
California Table Grape Grower First To Receive Sustainable Certification Posted by David Eddy|July 9, 2021 Columbine Vineyards, which was founded in 1926 with a single vine, has cut water use and waste, as well as embarking on carbon sequestration.
Oregon Farmworker Advocates Ask for Extreme Heat Rules After Laborer Dies Posted by David Eddy|July 2, 2021 Rare coastal heatwave also hammers berry crops; early estimates of blueberry crop loss run 30% to 40%.
What the Almond Conference Will Look Like in 2021 Posted by David Eddy|June 28, 2021 The industry gathering set for an in-person return will be the first major business event in Sacramento’s SAFE Credit Union Convention Center.
Agriculture Groups Hail Supreme Court Decision Limiting Union Access Posted by David Eddy|June 25, 2021 Learn more about ruling that says any intrusion on a landowner’s property rights would be considered a taking and would require compensation for such.
Vaccinated California Workers Can Go Mask-Free Posted by David Eddy|June 18, 2021 But a coalition of business groups says the new Cal/OSHA regulations ‘do not ensure that the economy can roar back.’
Record-Smashing Year for Almond Shipments – in Just 10 Months Posted by David Eddy|June 14, 2021 Another record was set for shipments to a single market, as skyrocketing demand in India accounted for 322 million pounds.
Washington State Reverses Course, Repeals Unfair COVID Rules For Vaccinated Farmworkers Posted by David Eddy|June 3, 2021 Farmworkers living in licensed housing facilities in the state found to be three times safer than workers living in local communities.
California Wine Grape Growers Group Overwhelmingly Backs Commission Posted by David Eddy|June 1, 2021 The Lodi Winegrape Commission celebrates its 30-year anniversary by passing a grower referendum with 85% approval.
Wine Grape Grower Sued Over Smoke Taint Posted by David Eddy|May 25, 2021 Winemaker claims the grower’s tainted grapes damaged tanks and barrels.
Washington Growers Slam ‘Double Standard’ for Farm Workers Posted by David Eddy|May 24, 2021 Governor is reopening state for all vaccinated employees ― except farm workers. Find out why.
USApple Plans In-Person Outlook Conference Posted by David Eddy|May 20, 2021 Conference will include presentation of the Apple Grower of the Year award.
13 Innovative Companies Chosen for Global Harvest Automation Effort Posted by David Eddy|May 18, 2021 Find out the ag tech innovators selected by Western Growers for this groundbreaking project.
