San Diego Agriculture

San Diego Agriculture at a Crossroads: Dana Groot on Water, Regulation, Labor, and California’s Farming Future

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…have climbed to approximately $3,000 per acre-foot—among the highest rates in California and potentially the nation. Unlike many farming regions that rely on groundwater, San Diego imports much of its…

Chad Bianco

Chad Bianco Says California Must End Forced Policies, Expand Water Storage, and Support Agriculture

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…almond industry update with Almond Board of California spokesperson Bryce Spycher, who discussed the USDA’s 2.7 billion-pound subjective almond estimate for the upcoming season and described the market as stable…

California Agriculture

California Agriculture Becomes Major Issue in Governor Race as Farmers Push Back Against Land and Policy Pressure

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…is millions of dollars from the ground up,” she said. The discussion also touched on the importance of local elections, with Moreda-Arend noting that her sister, Shalina Moreda, is now…

California agriculture

California Agriculture at a Crossroads-Roger Isom Warns of Water, Regulation, and Economic Crisis

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…are needed, including raising Shasta Dam, expanding San Luis Reservoir, improving Delta conveyance systems, and increasing groundwater recharge capacity. He also pointed to continued frustration over low west side water…

Darren Schmall

From Farming to Fast-Growing Trees: Darren Schmall’s Vision for California Agriculture

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…industry, and an innovative fast-growing tree that could help reshape landscaping across America. Schmall’s roots run deep in California agriculture. His family farms almonds and raisin grapes throughout Madera and…