American Vineyard Magazine

09/16/2026

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California agriculture is seeing developments across several major commodities this week, from strong almond exports and an expanding citrus quarantine to concerns surrounding avocado production in Mexico. Here are five stories to know in this week’s edition of This Week in Ag. Almond Market Looks...

09/09/2026

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From new leadership in California wine to an expanding citrus quarantine, several developments are making news across California agriculture this week.
Here are five stories to know in this week’s edition of This Week in Ag.

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From new leadership in California wine to an expanding citrus quarantine, several developments are making news across California agriculture this week. Here are five stories to know in this week’s edition of This Week in Ag. The Wonderful Company Names Chris Avery President of Wine The Wonderful C...

09/03/2026

Five stories are making headlines across California agriculture this week, from a familiar Central Valley face appearing on pistachio packaging to a new tool aimed at protecting cattle from New World screwworm. Here’s what you need to know in this week’s edition of This Week in Ag.

Five stories are making headlines across California agriculture this week, from a familiar Central Valley face appearing on pistachio packaging to a new tool aimed at protecting cattle from New World screwworm. Here’s what you need to know in this week’s edition of This Week in Ag. Josh Allen Fe...

08/19/2026

This Week in Ag: Five stories you need to know from across California agriculture. This week, we’re covering the beginning of California’s paraquat phase-out, an early almond harvest, new leadership at California Citrus Mutual, concerns surrounding Madera County’s pistachio crop, and an expand...

08/04/2026

2026 Fresno State Grape Day

California’s grape industry came together at Fresno State Grape Day to explore the latest research, innovations and management practices shaping the future of viticulture. 🍇

From vineyard technology and sustainable growing methods to networking with industry professionals, the biennial event gave growers and researchers the opportunity to share ideas and discover new tools for success.
Fresno State Department of Viticulture and Enology

Fresno State Grape Day highlighted new viticulture research, vineyard technology and sustainable practices as California’s grape harvest began.

07/30/2026

The raisin harvest is underway in California and growers are anxious to know what they’re getting for their crops. The Raisin Bargaining Association is ready to offer a higher bonus for quality raisins, with the organization wanting to incentivize a good product. RBA Chairman Charles Salmon spoke to Matthew Malcolm with American Vineyard to discuss raisin prices this year and what growers can expect. Watch this quick video and learn more in American Vineyard Magazine.
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07/13/2026

Growers looking to showcase and export their products face numerous hurdles and challenges, but the Western United States Agricultural Trade Association (WUSATA) is working with growers to get their products onto the international market. Hayden Romig from WUSATA spoke with Matthew Malcolm of Malcolm Media Ag Publishing to discuss the work his organization does. Watch this quick video and learn on California Ag Network.

WUSATA helps Western growers overcome export hurdles and connect their agricultural products with buyers in international markets.

07/08/2026

George Zhuang, UC Cooperative Extension Specialist, and Manuel Marin Jr, PCA and California Raisin Grower, discuss some of the best practices for controlling ants and vine mealybug in your vineyard. Key takeaways include improved vineyard monitoring practices, specific methods of ant and Vine Mealybug control, and new ideas to bring home to your farm.

Special thanks to Bayer Movento Insecticide for making this episode possible.

Learn vineyard monitoring and control practices for ants and vine mealybug from UC Cooperative Extension and a California PCA.

06/19/2026

The Raisin Administrative Committee is eager to push California-grown raisins. They are hoping to get a windfall of $7.6 million left over from the California Raisin Marketing Board to aid their efforts. Raisin Administrative Committee President Jeff Smutny spoke with Matthew Malcolm from California Ag Network about the Committee’s plans and efforts. Watch this quick video and learn more in American Vineyard Magazine.

The Raisin Administrative Committee seeks $7.6 million to boost marketing for California-grown raisins.

06/02/2026

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