It’s been a good season for tree nuts. According to estimates from the newly-released California Almond Objective Measurement Report, the 2025 almond harvest is likely to reach 3.0 billion meat pounds. That’s a 10% increase over last year’s crop of 2.73 billion meat pounds. Credit for the rise in production […]
Once again, Fresno County has been named the top agricultural producer in the United States. Home to 1.88 million acres of Central Valley farmland, the area produces upwards of 350 crops every year, as well as more than $8 billion in annual farm production. Almonds, grapes, pistachios, and tomatoes are […]
In California, agriculture isn’t just a booming industry, it’s also a thriving form of tourism. That’s why the California Department of Food and Agriculture recently announced its “Experience California Agriculture” website. It’s a newly launched agritourism tool that highlights dozens of agricultural experiences across the state, connecting visitors not only […]
If you’re working outside this summer, your crops aren’t the only things that need your attention. As temperatures in the Central Valley begin climbing into the upper 90s, it’s time to protect yourself — not just your growing operation — from extreme heat. Jonathan Isonio has some tips for you. […]
We’re approaching tomato season in California, where 90% of the country’s processed tomatoes — and more than a quarter of the global supply — are grown. It’s a thriving industry, but climate challenges like drought and excessive heat have become perennial threats to each year’s harvest. In a state full […]
Citrus greening is one of the biggest threats to California’s citrus industry. During recent weeks, that threat has reached a new level in Orange, San Diego, and Riverside counties, where a citrus greening quarantine has been applied to multiple residential zones. The quarantine applies to regions like Foothill Ranch, Mission […]
June is National Safety Month, and Fruit Growers Supply will be celebrating all month long. “We’re going to have different events, luncheons, celebrations, and trainings all month long, and we’re offering 10% off all work safety boots at our retail centers,” says Jonathan Isonio, the Environmental Health and Safety Manager […]
In agriculture, innovation is one of the best ways to adapt to a world that’s constantly changing. Without it, our growers can’t grow. That’s why the Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge is back for its twelfth year. The nationwide competition encourages new breakthroughs in agricultural innovation by offering as much […]
Bees are an essential part of our food ecosystem, contributing more than $17 billion to American crop production every year. Across the globe, an estimated 35% of the world’s food depends on bee pollination. Here in California, farmers and beekeepers are working together to develop practices that support healthy pollinator activity. […]
“I’ve been a forester with Fruit Growers for 12 years,” says Joel Wilhelm. As the Washington Timberlands Manager, he oversees 36,000 acres of commercial timberland in Washington State. It’s a unique position at Fruit Growers Supply — one that is so geographically remote, he’ll sometimes go three months without experiencing […]
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