…toward the event. Those interested in sponsorship or getting involved can contact Vickie Goudreau at vickiegoudreau@gmail.com or visit thewholevine.com. Goudreau also encouraged supporters to follow the festival on Facebook and…
Dave Puglia on California Ag, Water, Labor and Automation
…information about Western Growers, visit Western Growers at wga.com. The organization’s official contact information includes info@wga.com and 1-949-863-1000. Western Growers Association Website: wga.com Phone: 1-949-863-1000 Email: info@wga.com Dave Puglia on…
California Walnuts Face Global Challenges and New Opportunities
…said California has a major advantage over competitors: quality. California walnuts are known for flavor, color and shelf life, but producers face substantially higher costs than competitors such as China….
Michael Gates Talks California Agriculture and Public Safety
…he is from Southern California, Gates said his previous work as a private attorney representing trucking companies brought him to the region frequently. “I love the Central Valley,” Gates said,…
Van Groningen: California’s Pumpkin King Talks Farming, Family and the Future
…and Bryan Van Groningen for the complete conversation. For pumpkins, watermelons, fall décor, school programs, fundraisers and product information, visit vgandsons.com. Van Groningen & Sons lists info@vgandsons.com as its general…
Global Cherry Production Set for Record as U.S. Crop Declines
Picked, red, ripe cherry fruits in a wooden box, on a plantation Image by caocao1211967.gmail.com/DepositPhotos Global cherry production is forecast to reach a record 5.44 million metric tons this season,…
EPA and HHS Coordinate Glyphosate Review
…EPA’s public comment period on glyphosate is scheduled to close Sept. 24. The comments will be part of the broader review process as the agency evaluates available information and considers…
Specialty Crop Leaders Push for Trade, Food Safety and Farm Bill Changes
…several major issues facing specialty crop producers across the country. Trade remains near the top of that list. Puglia said Western Growers supports extending the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement, but wants changes…
RanchBot Brings Real-Time Water Monitoring to Agriculture
…also emphasized that satellite information can be combined with land-based sensors and other technologies to provide a more complete picture of water availability and use. Water Challenges Stretch Across the…
Diesel Prices Rise as Harvest Season Begins
…adding to the strain on agricultural operations. Patrick De Haan, senior petroleum analyst for GasBuddy.com, says the current diesel market is being driven by factors beyond traditional supply and demand…
Propane Offers California Farmers an Alternative as Energy Costs Rise
…More For farmers interested in learning more about propane applications, Newland directed listeners to propane.com. For information specifically about the Propane Farm Rebate Program, he directed farmers to propane.com/farm funding,…
John Duarte: Water, Crops and California Ag Future
…saying long-term trials have shown strong production results compared with UCV1 seedling material. Almond production is also coming in below expectations in many areas, according to Duarte. He discussed the…
John Duarte Discusses California Ag, Water and Energy
…Duarte and Michael Newland on your favorite podcast app or visit AgNetWest.com for the complete interviews. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sponsored Content Parka Helps California Citrus Growers…
MCOOL Debate Continues as Congress Considers Country-of-Origin Labeling
…and regulatory authorities for establishing mandatory country-of-origin labeling for beef and to consider legislative recommendations. Bill Bullard, CEO of R-CALF USA, says the order could provide momentum for efforts to…