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Trade agreement will not be renewed for another 16-year term
The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) will not be renewed for another 16-year term. The deadline to renew the trilateral trade pact passed July 1.
Legislation addressing H-2A program officially introduced
A bill addressing the accessibility and cost of the H-2A visa program has been officially introduced. U.S. House Agriculture Committee chair Glenn Thompson introduced the Securing Agriculture’s Workforce Act of 2026 on June 30.
Burro launches Grande 44 work robot with spot spraying, mowing integrations
The tech startup says its new platform is engineered for the most demanding operational challenges — towing, transportation and vegetation management.
New tech alert: HarvestReplay uses labor data and audio podcasts to improve specialty crop management
Learn about an innovative operational intelligence platform created exclusively for specialty crop growers.
Beekeepers: Get your free copy of new Tools for Varroa Management Guide now
The free guide explains practical, effective methods beekeepers can use to measure varroa infestations and select appropriate controls.
May pistachio shipments reach 908.1M pounds as export demand remains strong
ACP reported 908.1 million pounds of pistachio shipments through May as export demand remained strong and marketable inventories continued to tighten.
UC Davis, Pistachio Research Board seek grower input on climate impacts to fruit set
UC Davis and the California Pistachio Research Board are asking growers to report bloom and fruit set conditions following unusual weather.
Supporters of House workforce act legislation can voice opinions online
U.S. House Agriculture Committee chair Glenn Thompson has released details for the Securing Agriculture’s Workforce Act and is working to secure House cosponsors before its introduction in late June.
California almond shipments rise in May as exports offset domestic decline
California almond shipments rose 2.6% in May as exports increased 5.2%, while domestic shipments remained below last year’s pace.
Ag labor groups applaud SAWA proposal, urge its passing
The Ag Wage Reform Coalition supports the Securing Agriculture’s Workforce Act, citing workforce stability reforms. Learn more about efforts to modernize and strengthen the nation’s agricultural workforce system.
Biologically Integrated Farming Systems funding available for sustainable pest management projects
California’s BIFS program is offering $2 million in grant funding for sustainable pest management projects. Concept proposals are due June 30.
CPRB announces Board of Directors for new 3-year term
The California Pistachio Research Board has appointed its 2026-2029 Board. Meet the new group who will guide research on production, food safety and sustainability over the next three years.
New tractor cover targets rodent damage on California nut farms
CoverSeal has introduced a tractor cover designed to help protect farm equipment from rodent damage in nut orchards.
Sorting technology company opens new California testing center
Sorting technology company Optimum Sorting has opened a new facility in Sacramento. Learn more about the new location, including its demonstration center.
MSU experts highlight cover crop strategies for regenerative orchards and vineyards
MSU Extension experts discuss cover crop strategies that help orchard and vineyard growers improve soil health and support regenerative farms.