A new plant drought detection technology developed by researchers at the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS), the U.S. Department of Agriculture and NASA could help growers identify …
California Rancher Ryan Schohr Appointed to EPA Agriculture Advisory Committee
Ryan Schohr has been appointed to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Farm, Ranch and Rural Communities Committee for the 2026–2027 term, giving California agriculture a voice in advising the agency on …
Gloria Romero Highlights Education and Agriculture in Part 2 of AgNet News Hour Interview
Education, workforce development and the future of California agriculture took center stage during Part 2 of the AgNet News Hour interview with Republican lieutenant governor candidate Gloria Romero. During the …
Avocado Rootstock Research Advances Through International Collaboration
New avocado rootstock research is helping pave the way for improved orchard performance, greater water efficiency and expanded growing opportunities around the world. A recent report highlighted an international collaboration between the University …
Dynamic Pig Health Approach Helps Producers Manage Multiple Disease Challenges
Managing swine health has become increasingly complex as producers face multiple diseases at the same time rather than isolated health events. A recent report highlighted the concept of dynamic pig health, with …
Supreme Court Rules Federal Law Preempts Roundup Warning Claims
A landmark Roundup Supreme Court ruling could significantly reshape pesticide litigation across the United States. A recent report highlighted the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision that federal law preempts certain state failure-to-warn lawsuits involving …
Ranchers Highlight Conservation Benefits of Expanded Federal Grazing
The recent decision to expand federal grazing opportunities on public lands has sparked discussion across the agricultural community, with livestock organizations praising the move and environmental groups voicing concerns. A recent report highlighted …
California Proposes Stronger Pesticide Enforcement Rules
California’s Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) is proposing a sweeping update to the state’s pesticide enforcement system, with changes designed to increase penalties for serious violations and improve enforcement consistency …
Applications Open for 2026 Real California Milk Accelerator
Dairy entrepreneurs looking to bring innovative products to market have a new opportunity through the 2026 Real California Milk Accelerator. A recent report highlighted the opening of applications for the eighth …
USDA Invests $105 Million in New World Screwworm Research and Response Effort
The fight against New World Screwworm is receiving a major boost as USDA launches an ambitious research initiative aimed at protecting U.S. livestock from one of the most damaging animal …
New Export Accelerator Program Aims to Help California Specialty Crop Companies Grow Globally
California specialty crop businesses looking to expand their international reach now have access to a new training opportunity designed to help them move beyond basic export readiness. A recent report highlighted …
American Farm Bureau’s Bailey Corwine on Farm Policy, Mental Health, Leadership, and Agriculture’s Future
As agriculture continues to navigate economic challenges, policy uncertainty, labor concerns, and emerging livestock threats, the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) remains focused on advocating for farmers and ranchers while …
Smoke Summit Highlights New Research and Tools for Wine Grape Growers
As wildfire concerns continue to shape vineyard management decisions across the western United States, researchers and industry leaders gathered at the 2026 Smoke Summit to share the latest information on …
Pollinator Week Webinar to Highlight California Habitat Projects
California residents, growers, conservation professionals and pollinator advocates will have an opportunity to learn more about pollinator habitat efforts during a special webinar planned as part of Pollinator Week. A …