Generations of Growth: Van Groningen & Sons Uphold a Century of Farming Excellence in California’s Central Valley Rooted in Family, Built on Tradition In the heart of Manteca, California, Van …
Pumpkin Power and Precision Tech: California Agriculture Shines on AgNet News Hour
The October 20 edition of the AgNet News Hour celebrated two sides of California agriculture — tradition and technology — with guests Brian Van Groningen of Van Groningen & Sons …
Verdant Robotics and Van Groningen & Sons Showcase Innovation and Tradition on AgNet News Hour
The October 17 edition of the AgNet News Hour celebrated both the future and heritage of California agriculture, featuring Gabe Sibley, CEO of Verdant Robotics, and Brian Van Groningen of …
Joel Allen Targets Late-Season Market with High-Quality Cantaloupes
In Firebaugh, California, longtime farmer Joel Allen is preparing for another season of late-market cantaloupes. With planting just underway, Allen is optimistic about following the excellent early-season quality seen in …
Joel Allen on Westside Farming, Family Legacy, and Football Fame
In this exclusive interview, Joel Allen of Joel Allen Ranch joins The Ag Meter to discuss farming in Firebaugh, the challenges and successes of Westside agriculture, and life as the …
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AgNet News Hour: Joel Allen Talks West Side Farming, Water, and Raising an NFL Quarterback Today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour dives into California’s pressing ag issues, with a …
Watermelon Production Progressing Well Despite Rough Start
Bryan Van Groningen, Vice-President of Crops and Soils at Van Groningen & Sons Incorporated, shared insight into the company’s watermelon production this year. Typically planted in March, the cool, wet …
‘Most Stressful and Most Challenging’ Watermelon Season
Watermelon season has been a tough one this year after a late start due to the weather. VP of Crops and Soils at Van Groningen & Sons Incorporated, Bryan Van …
Plant Materials Center Provides Diverse Climate Plant Solutions
The center providing plant solutions in a diverse climate. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Lockeford Plant Materials Center is a 106-acre facility located in the Central …