Nearly a Century of Farming Excellence Meets Modern Agricultural Challenges When it comes to California tree fruit and blueberries, few voices carry as much weight as Daniel Jackson, President of …
Family Tree Farms’ Daniel Jackson Discusses Water, Farming Future, and California Agriculture
Family Tree Farms Vice President Daniel Jackson says California agriculture faces significant challenges from water policy uncertainty, but he remains optimistic about the future of farming and the next generation …
Family Tree Farms Navigates Early Season, Market Shifts, and Water Challenges
Family Tree Farms is seeing one of the earliest fruit seasons in recent memory, creating unique opportunities and challenges as California growers navigate changing weather patterns, market conditions, and long-term …
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 …
American Farm Bureau Highlights Advocacy, Mental Health, and Convention Planning
The American Farm Bureau Convention remains one of the most important gatherings for farmers and ranchers across the country, bringing together agricultural leaders, producers, and industry advocates to discuss the issues shaping …
Texas Battles the Return of the New World Screwworm: Texas Farm Bureau’s Gary Joiner Shares the Latest with the Ag Meter Nick Papagni
The return of the New World Screwworm to Texas has become one of the biggest agricultural stories of 2026, raising concerns among livestock producers, pet owners, and consumers across the …
Texas Farm Bureau Discusses New World Screwworm Response and Livestock Protection Efforts
The New World screwworm continues to be a major concern for livestock producers across the southern United States, but Texas agricultural leaders say coordinated efforts between state and federal agencies …
Senate Agriculture Leaders Signal Progress on Long-Awaited Farm Bill
Momentum appears to be building for a new farm bill as congressional agriculture leaders report progress in negotiations aimed at updating federal farm policy. A recent report highlighted renewed optimism from …
FFA Surpasses One Million Members: Kristy Meyer Shares Why the Future of Agriculture Is Bright
The future of agriculture is growing stronger every day, and few organizations demonstrate that better than the National FFA Organization. In a recent conversation with “The Ag Meter” Nick Papagni, …
FFA Prepares Next Generation of Agricultural Leaders Ahead of National Convention
FFA membership continues to grow across the country, surpassing one million members as the organization prepares for its 99th National FFA Convention and Expo this fall in Indianapolis. National FFA …
Driscoll’s CEO Soren Bjorn Talks California Strawberries, Berry Innovation, Labor, Water, and the Future of Farming
From California Berry Fields to Global Leadership If you’ve ever purchased strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries at your local grocery store, chances are you’ve seen the iconic Driscoll’s label. What …
Driscoll’s CEO Says Consumer Education Key to Agriculture’s Future
Driscoll’s CEO Soren Bjorn says stronger consumer education, regulatory reform, and support for California farmers will be critical to maintaining a vibrant specialty crop industry in the years ahead. In …
Driscoll’s CEO Discusses Berry Markets, California Farming Challenges
Driscoll’s CEO says weather volatility, rising regulations, labor concerns, and water challenges continue shaping the future of California’s specialty crop industry, even as consumer demand for berries remains strong. Driscoll’s …
Harvest Replay: How Innovate Ag Is Helping Specialty Crop Growers Turn Data Into Profit
Labor costs, weather volatility, and shrinking margins continue to challenge specialty crop growers across California and beyond. As producers search for ways to improve efficiency and profitability, technology is becoming …