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Jun 12
California’s berry industry continues to face challenges ranging from labor and regulations to sustainability and consumer expectations. Driscoll’s CEO Soren Bjorn shares insights on the future of berry production. 🍓🌱Read more: agnetwest.com/driscoll-ceo-s…
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Jun 12
Consumer education may be one of agriculture’s most important tools for the future. Driscoll’s CEO Soren Bjorn discusses the need for stronger connections between consumers and farmers and the outlook for specialty crop production. 🍓🌱Read more: agnetwest.com/driscolls-ceo-…
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Jun 12
🌱💧 From ancient canals in Mesopotamia to today’s high-tech irrigation systems, water management has shaped the future of agriculture for thousands of years. Learn more about how irrigation evolved: agnetwest.com/history-irriga…
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Jun 11
Lepidopteran pests can cause significant damage in specialty crops, making effective management strategies critical for protecting yield and quality. 🐛 Learn more about monitoring approaches in Part 2 of this deep dive. Read more: agnetwest.com/managing-lepid…
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Jun 11
California berry growers continue to navigate labor shortages, rising production costs and regulatory pressures while demand for fresh berries remains strong. 🍓 Hear what Driscoll’s CEO says about the future of berry markets. Read more: agnetwest.com/driscolls-ceo-…
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Jun 11
From ship ballast to one of America’s most valuable crops, soybeans have come a long way. 🌱 Learn how this once-overlooked crop became a powerhouse in U.S. agriculture and a key driver of global markets. Read more: agnetwest.com/history-soybea…
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Jun 10
📊 Farm data is only valuable if it helps growers make better decisions. See how Harvest Replay is helping specialty crop operations turn harvest insights into greater efficiency and profitability.
Read more: agnetwest.com/harvest-replay…
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Jun 10
🎧 What if your harvest data could talk back? Harvest Replay uses AI-powered audio briefings to help specialty crop growers turn labor and field data into smarter, real-time decisions for greater efficiency. Read more: agnetwest.com/harvest-replay…
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Jun 10
🌽 Ever wonder why maize is called “corn”? The answer goes back centuries and reveals a fascinating piece of agricultural history. Read more: agnetwest.com/corn-called-co…
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Jun 9
🥩 Beef prices remain strong, and consumers are still willing to pay premium prices for high-quality cuts like tri-tip. Darren Hill of JD Food shares why demand continues to hold steady and what it means for the beef industry. Read more: agnetwest.com/darren-hill-jd…
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Jun 9
🫐 The blueberry industry is thinking beyond the produce aisle. Through innovative products, creative marketing and the Blueberry Boost Accelerator program, leaders are working to expand demand and make blueberries a staple. Read more: agnetwest.com/blueberry-indu…
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Jun 9
Before today’s precision planting technology, there was the Deere & Mansur Rotary Adjustable Corn Planter. 🌽🚜 Learn how Charles Deere and Alva Mansur helped revolutionize corn planting in the 19th century. Read more: agnetwest.com/charles-deere-…
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Jun 8
🪰A confirmed New World Screwworm detection in a Texas calf is raising concerns across the livestock industry. Experts warn the parasite could pose serious animal health risks and potentially cost Texas producers billions if it spreads further. Learn more: agnetwest.com/new-world-scre…
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Jun 8
Beef prices remain high as consumer demand continues to outpace supply. With U.S. cattle numbers at historic lows, experts say relief may not come anytime soon. Read more about what’s driving the market and what it means for producers and consumers: agnetwest.com/beef-prices-hi…
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Jun 8
🌽 Before precision planting technology, there was the Deere & Mansur Rotary Adjustable Corn Planter. Learn how this groundbreaking innovation helped transform corn planting and laid the foundation for today's modern equipment: agnetwest.com/deere-mansur-c…
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Jun 5
🚛 California truckers are facing rising fuel costs and an increasingly complex regulatory environment that continue to impact agricultural transportation. Learn how these challenges are affecting the movement of goods across the state. Read more: agnetwest.com/california-tru…
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Jun 5
🐛 Lepidopteran pests can cause significant damage across a wide range of specialty crops, making effective management strategies very essential. In Part 1 of this deep dive, learn more about these challenging pests and the tools available. Read more: agnetwest.com/managing-lepid…
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Jun 5
🌾 U.S. rice planting is nearly complete for the 2026 season, with 98% of the crop planted nationwide and conditions remaining strong. USDA reports 72% of the crop is rated good to excellent as growers head into the summer months.
Read more: agnetwest.com/us-rice-planti…
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Jun 4
San Diego County agriculture is facing some tough realities.💧From soaring water costs and labor shortages to regulatory pressures and global competition, growers are working to keep farms productive while navigating unprecedented challenges. Read more:
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Jun 4
Before GPS guidance and precision ag, there was International Harvester. 🚜
From its founding in 1902 to the legendary Farmall tractors that helped mechanize American agriculture, IH left a lasting mark on farming history. Read more: agnetwest.com/international-…
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