John Duarte

John Duarte on Central Valley Agriculture: Water, Prop 50, and the Future of Avocados

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A Legacy Rooted in Innovation When it comes to modern agriculture, few names carry as much influence as John Duarte, president of Duarte Nursery. Founded in 1989, Duarte Nursery has …

Freeman Vineyard

Freeman Vineyard: Organic Sonoma Wines with Global Reach

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A Family Story Rooted in Sonoma County In the heart of West Sonoma’s Russian River Valley, Freeman Vineyard and Winery has become a leader in Pinot Noir and Chardonnay production. …

California Wine

California Wine Month: Sustainability, Innovation, and the Future of Wine

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Celebrating California’s Global Role in Wine California continues to lead the U.S. wine industry, producing an impressive 81% of all U.S. wine. With more than 6,200 wineries and 5,900 growers …

Melissa Oberti on Grapes, Almonds, and Water Challenges

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The Oberti Family Legacy in Central Valley Agriculture Melissa Oberti, a third-generation (nearly fourth) farmer from Madera, California, continues her family’s agricultural tradition. The Oberti family, once famous for Oberti …

California Agriculture at a Crossroads: Organics Innovation and Prop 50

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On today’s AgNet News Hour, host Nick Papagni and co-host Josh McGill tackled two of the big issues shaping California agriculture right now—innovation in organic production and the political battle …

Ziveli Winery: A Croatian Legacy Thrives in the Heart of California

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Discovering Ziveli Winery in West Fresno Nestled between Kerman and Fresno, just north of the small town of Biola, Ziveli Winery offers more than just exquisite wines—it’s a place where …

Marlena Paolilli

Marlena Paolilli on Cry Baby Wine and the Future of California’s Wine Industry

DanAgri-Business, Grapes, Interview, Special Reports, Wine

From Italian Restaurants to California Wine Marlena Paolilli is no stranger to food, family, and tradition. Coming from one of the Central Valley’s most iconic Italian families, her roots are …