California's agriculture is facing a convergence of weather anomalies, policy uncertainties, and rising costs as it moves towards 2026. Farmers are grappling with the impact of a hot March followed by cooler, rainy April conditions, disrupting harvest schedules and affecting crop quality. Some crops are maturing early, while others are at risk of diminished quality due to the unseasonal weather. Adding to these woes are the rising input costs, notably for fertilizers, which are placing a financial burden on farmers.