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Northern California Peach Growers Forced to Uproot Orchards After Cannery Closure

Farmers contracted with Del Monte must remove trees and transition to new crops after the company shutters its Modesto plant.

American Vanguard Outlines Cost-Cutting, Debt Refinancing, and Product Development Plans

Company cites continued downturn in agriculture sector as it navigates challenges in 2026 and beyond.

Avocado Prices Hurt Mission Produce's Quarterly Earnings

Limoneira also saw revenue declines as avocado pricing and recent deals impacted the Central Coast agriculture companies.

Taylor Farms Launches New Protein-Forward Product Line

North America's leading producer of ready-to-eat salads and healthy fresh foods introduces a new line focused on protein-packed dressings, dips, and toppings.

Stimera Appoints Lon Kreger as CEO to Lead Commercial Growth

Stimera, formerly BioAge, transitions leadership to drive expansion of its molecular foliar fertilizer technology.

American Vanguard Outlines Cost Cuts, Debt Refinancing, and New Product Plans

Executives detail facility rationalization, headquarters move, and efforts to improve profitability amid agricultural downturn

California Wineries Face Grape Glut and Dwindling Demand

Oversupply, tariffs, and shifting consumer preferences take toll on industry

Nature's Miracle Holding Inc. Launches Investor Hotline

The agriculture tech company provides a new number for shareholder inquiries.

Limoneira Reports Q1 Loss

Agribusiness company cites pretax expenses and non-recurring costs

California Farmworkers Lose Hours and Pay Due to Overtime Law

Lawmakers propose tax credits to offset costs for farmers and restore earnings for workers

Ginger Oil Market Demand Projected to Reach $15.12 Billion by 2032

Global ginger oil market expected to grow at a CAGR of 2.1% from 2026 to 2033

Bayer Fights to Protect Roundup Weedkiller Amid Cancer Lawsuits

The German chemical giant is waging an all-out campaign to shield its top-selling product from liability and regulation.

CricketOps Launches Operating Platform for Growing Insect Protein Farming

New software aims to bring modern operational intelligence to insect farming as the industry scales to meet rising demand.

44-Acre Marysville Property With Farming Easement Listed for $750,000

The land includes three parcels and the potential to split one into two 5-acre lots.

Hog Island Oyster Co. and Winery Team Up to Save White Abalone

Twenty-five percent of proceeds from new wine will go toward restoring endangered native mollusk

Napa Winery Fined $4M for Illegal Wine Tastings, Faces Bankruptcy

Hoopes Vineyard and owner Lindsay Hoopes hit with massive fine, banned from wine sales and tastings

Hog Island Oyster Co. partners with winery to aid white abalone conservation

The new Sea Legacy wine helps support efforts to restore endangered white abalone populations in California.

Arcadia Biosciences Sees Surge in Short Interest

Biotech firm's stock faces increased bearish bets amid market volatility

Wine Giant Gallo to Shutter Napa Facility, Lay Off 93

Modesto-based company cites market shifts and changing customer demands as reasons for the closures and job cuts.

Dairy Showcasing Innovation at Expo West

Dairy Management Inc. to demonstrate dairy's potential for new product concepts at natural foods trade show

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