Why Walnut Growers Need to Prepare for a Fall Freeze Now By David Eddy|October 25, 2021 For the past three years, California growers have sustained November freeze events, causing extensive damage.Read More
The Hidden Margin Leak Between Projected and Actual Harvest Dates By Muhammad Abdullah, Folio3 Agtech|June 2, 2026
New Round of USDA Aid for Specialty Crops Good News for California Walnuts By California Walnut Commission|June 1, 2026
Study Predicts These 2 Popular Foods Are Resilient to Climate Change By UF/IFAS News|October 21, 2021 For those who like French fries and pasta sauce, you’re in luck. New research represents a first in evaluating the future of growing produce.
Climate Conditions Go In for a Double Dip: Here Comes La Niña – Again!? Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 19, 2021 The tell-tale atmospheric phenomenon is setting up shop for the second winter in a row. Here’s what it might mean for weather across the U.S.
How the Organic Farm Industry Is Helping Growers Deal with Climate Change By David Eddy|October 9, 2021 Suppliers say finding real-world solutions in the field are crucial to future production.
Sustainable Agriculture Research the Aim of Huge USDA Investment Posted by Growing Produce Staff|October 7, 2021 More than $146 million going to feed projects with the purpose of improving a climate-smart food and farming system.
Going Dry: Can California Groundwater Supply Fully Recover from Drought? By UC Riverside News|October 4, 2021 Learn more about a new study that digs down deep into the true impact of arid climate conditions on irrigation reserve.
On Fire! Earth Just Sizzled Way to Its Hottest Month on Record Posted by Paul Rusnak|August 24, 2021 New global high temperature distinction is 142 years in the making. See just how hot it got.
Increase in Extreme Weather Events Putting Growers to the Test By Carol Miller|August 18, 2021 All regions around the country are struggling with drought and floods. Our vegetable industry survey shows how producers have been impacted.
Are We in for Another Wild Atlantic Hurricane Season? (Update) By Paul Rusnak|July 8, 2021 The extended range forecast for the tropics in 2021 has just gotten a little more clear. Find out what scientists are seeing.
$1 Million Project Aims To Stem the Seeds of Climate Change Posted by Paul Rusnak|June 9, 2021 Learn how study will help tomato growers maintain yield as temperatures continue to increase in ag regions.
What the New Normals of Climate Change in the U.S. Look Like Posted by Paul Rusnak|May 19, 2021 After a decade of data collection, NOAA releases updated report on the latest patterns of heat and precipitation.
California Governor Declares Drought Emergency Posted by David Eddy|May 11, 2021 41 counties are now impacted, including the agriculturally rich San Joaquin Valley, as Gov. Newsom announces $5.1 billion response.
Climate Stress Tolerance: Good News for Peaches? Posted by Growing Produce Staff|March 9, 2021 Genes in peach’s wild relatives and local domesticated varieties could improve the resistance of domesticated peach to climate change.
Climate Change Turning up the Heat on Pistachio Varieties By Thomas Skernivitz|February 20, 2021 Industry faces an uncertain long-term future in light of warmer winter days.
6 More Weeks of Winter! Will ‘Phil’ Get It Right? By Paul Rusnak|February 2, 2021 Traditional weather lore comes out of the shadows again. Check out an accuracy scorecard for predictions made on Groundhog Day.
Did Earth Just Score Its Hottest Year on Record? By Paul Rusnak|January 21, 2021 Oh, so close, 2020 adds another mark to infamous legacy.
Check Out the New Digital Drought Portal From NOAA Posted by Growing Produce Staff|January 15, 2021 Climate change continues to make headlines and impact growers. Learn how the redesigned Drought.gov better serves stakeholders.
ICYMI: We Just Had the Hottest September in 140 Years! Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 15, 2020 Around the world, 2020 is proving to be a major weather record-breaker in more ways than one. Check the stats along with the official winter outlook.
Wildfires Rage on California Wine Country Posted by Growing Produce Staff|September 29, 2020 Disaster declaration requested as dozens of wineries and acres of grapes impacted by flames and smoke.
Are You Ready for Massive Climate Migration? By ProPublica|September 24, 2020 New studies show warming temperatures and changing rainfall will drive agriculture drastically northward. And it might happen sooner than you think.
