…Valley’s agricultural heritage. Sponsorship and Participation Opportunities Because admission remains free, community sponsorships are essential to the festival’s success. Businesses, wineries, agricultural companies, organizations, and innovators are encouraged to become…
Whole Vine Festival Celebrates the San Joaquin Valley’s Grape Industry
…about agriculture. Beyond agriculture, the event showcases local culture with live music, food trucks, artisan vendors, and culinary competitions featuring California grapes. This year’s festival will include a charcuterie competition,…
Global Cherry Markets Shift as Harvests Expand Across the Northern Hemisphere
…buyers, with strong export volumes increasing competition among producing countries. As more fruit becomes available, suppliers are adjusting pricing strategies to remain competitive in both domestic and export markets. The…
California Walnuts Eye Strong 2026 After Global Success
…resources, and industry news, visit www.walnuts.org/. For additional information, contact the California Walnut Commission directly: Robert Verloop CEO & Executive Director California Walnut Commission π (916) 932-7070 π§ rverloop@walnuts.org Listen…
California Commercial Fishing at a Crossroads: Lori French Shares the Challenges Facing Morro Bayβs Fleet
…French shared sobering statistics illustrating the industry’s decline. California issued nearly 6,000 commercial fishing licenses in 2020, but that number has dropped to roughly 3,300 in 2026. Commercial fishing vessels…
Kern Oil Documentary Explores California’s Energy Future
…behind the documentary, the economic realities facing Kern County, and why he believes every Californian should better understand where their energy comes from. Bird’s documentary combines firsthand interviews, historical context,…
Rickey Bird Says California Should Produce More of Its Own Oil
…communities while increasing the state’s dependence on imported oil. Bird, who has spent his career working in Kern County’s oil fields, said the documentary was inspired in part by the…
USDA’s Fordyce Highlights SPUR Initiative, Screwworm Fight, and Historic Farm Support
…which are released to interrupt the pest’s reproductive cycle and gradually eliminate infestations. USDA is nearing completion of additional sterile fly production facilities that will dramatically increase output. Combined with…
Supreme Court Rules Federal Law Preempts Roundup Warning Claims
Farm tractor spraying pesticides & insecticides herbicides over green vineyard field. Napa Valley, Napa County, California, USA DepositPhotos image A landmark Roundup Supreme Court ruling could significantly reshape pesticide litigation…
California Agriculture Faces Mounting Pressure: Roger Isom Sounds the Alarm on Regulations, Water, and the Future of Farming
…packaging is far more complicated than simply replacing plastic with another material. Fresh produce, nuts, cotton, and other commodities require packaging that meets strict standards for food safety, strength, durability,…
How Proactive Nutrition Helps California Growers Beat Summer Heat
…products can contact Abe Isaak directly: Abe Isaak Certified Crop Advisor – AgroLiquid Cell: 559-240-1987 Email: ABE.Isaac@agroliquid.com Website: AgroLiquid.com Isaak also encourages growers to explore the extensive research and educational…
California Wine Industry Faces Defining Moment, Says Consultant Nicholas Karavidas
…and consulting services can reach him through: Email: Nick@ConsultingWine.com Websites: TheWineFirm.com Design2Wine.com LinkedIn: Nicholas Karavidas Phone: (707) 804-2718 Listen to the Full Interview This article highlights only a portion of…
Ranchers Highlight Conservation Benefits of Expanded Federal Grazing
DepositPhotos image 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…
Allied Grape Growers at 75: Jeff Bitter Talks Survival, Wine Trends, and Californiaβs Future
…do to remain competitive in today’s marketplace. The candid conversation offered an inside look at the challenges facing California’s wine grape growers while highlighting why Bitter believes the industry will…






















