According to a new market report, California strawberry volumes for the rest of the season will be a balance between higher acreage and weather damage.
Learn how steam treatment offers crop protection alternative as strawberry growers face fumigant pressure.
As the U.S. almond industry now moves toward greater stability, this is a moment to take stock of its strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and more.
The California Prune Board has officially seated its 22-member board and 15 alternates for the 2026-2028 term. Find out who is leading the charge.
California lawmakers urge USDA to provide emergency funding to address threat from the invasive glassy-winged sharpshooter.
California growers harness tillage, precision spraying, and good timing in the fight against weeds.
Every agronomic decision carries a financial consequence. Growers who are flexible with their financial strategy can better protect profitability.
Learn how Washington’s Smart Orchard initiative aligns growers, researchers, and technology partners to test tools, train talent, and improve adoption.
Discover how UC Cooperative Extension is using the LAMP assay for rapid, in-house grapevine red blotch virus detection.
A long-term approach to soil health that tackles salt stress and supports crop growth.
Record production and export gains are keeping apples moving, but weak grower prices and rising labor costs are tightening profitability.
New funding from the Assistance for Specialty Crops Farmers program to help walnut growers offset high production costs.
From infrastructure to staffing, early adopters are discovering autonomy works best when the entire nursery evolves with it.
Health research continues to strengthen almonds’ reputation with consumers, helping drive demand, expand market opportunities, and support long-term value for growers.
Despite shrinking acreage, rising costs, and labor challenges, stone fruit growers are redefining what success looks like.
These financial strategies can help growers navigate uncertainty, build flexibility, and position their operations for future opportunities.
Justin Parnagian of Fowler Packing Company Inc. has been elected to serve as the chairman of the California Table Grape Commission. Learn more about him.
Industry survey feedback shows California nut growers have no choice but to fine-tune their irrigation strategies.
Three-year, $1.5 million partnership will help Western Growers members evaluate ag tech solutions for their toughest challenges.