Del Monte Bankruptcy 2026: What California Peach Growers Should Do Right Now
Del Monte Foods’ Chapter 11 restructuring has created immediate uncertainty for California processing peach growers with active contracts. While operations continue during asset sales, growers face real risk tied to contract assumption, payment timing, and potential volume reductions. In the next 90 days, growers should confirm contract status in writing, explore alternative processors, protect liquidity, monitor government relief programs, and avoid irreversible decisions to remove orchards until market clarity improves. Strategic patience and disciplined planning, not panic, will determine which operations remain strongest through industry consolidation.
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Ag Burn Alternatives Grant in California: Funding for Orchard and Vineyard Removal
California is phasing out open agricultural burning. The Ag Burn Alternatives Grant Program provides funding for orchard and vineyard growers to chip and incorporate woody material instead of burning. This guide explains eligibility, incentives, and how growers can plan removal projects while staying compliant.
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Agnomy vs Ag Directories: Why Modern Farms Need More Than Listings
Agricultural directories have long helped farmers discover service providers, but discovery is only the first step. Modern farms need better scheduling, communication, and operational visibility. This article explains the difference between traditional directories and a modern ag service platform like Agnomy.
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February Rain in Northern California: What Orchard and Vineyard Growers Should Watch
A multi-day rain event in February can help recharge soil moisture, but also increase disease risk and delay fieldwork. This guide shares practical advice for Northern California orchard and vineyard growers on what to monitor, how to protect bloom, and how to prepare once the rain clears.
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Orchard Redevelopment in California: A Step by Step Guide From Removal to Replanting
Orchard redevelopment is a major decision that requires careful planning and the right sequence of work. From removing an old orchard and clearing debris to preparing the soil, installing irrigation, and planting new trees, each step plays a role in long term orchard performance. This guide walks through the full orchard development process and how California growers can set new plantings up for success.
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February Farm Planning in California: What Growers Should Be Preparing for Now
Across the Central Valley, coastal production regions, and orchard-heavy areas, farmers are finalizing decisions that will shape the next several months of work. Here’s what California growers should be focused on as February comes to a close.
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Bee Pollination in California Agriculture | Timing, Timing for Crops, Pollination Tips
Discover when bee pollination starts in California orchards and farms, which crops need bees, and practical strategies for successful pollination. Learn why timing matters and how to work with beekeepers in 2026.
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The Future of Agricultural Labor in California | Agnomy
California agriculture faces labor shortages, rising wages, immigration challenges, and growing reliance on labor contractors. Learn how farms are adapting.
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Sustainable Farming Practices That Actually Increase Profits
Discover sustainable farming methods that improve environmental outcomes while boosting your bottom line.
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How Agnomy Is Transforming How Agricultural Services Are Discovered, Managed, and Delivered
Farmers need reliable access to services when timing is critical, and providers need smarter ways to manage and scale their businesses.
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Why $28 Billion in Crop Revenue Is at Risk and How Agnomy Is Helping
Labor shortages in agriculture aren’t just an inconvenience; they’re a billion-dollar problem.
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Breaking the Labor Bottleneck: How Agnomy Is Addressing One of Agriculture’s Biggest Challenges
Finding reliable labor isn’t just a seasonal inconvenience. It’s one of the most pressing and persistent barriers to running a successful agricultural operation.
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