Stephanie Nash When it comes to passionate advocacy for American agriculture, Stephanie Nash is leading from the front. A fourth-generation dairy farmer now based in Tennessee, Stephanie has transformed her…
Stephanie Nash Advocates for Farmers and the Next Generation of Agriculture Leaders
…connect consumers with agriculture. Her rise as an agricultural advocate began during the COVID-19 pandemic. Nash noticed misinformation about farming circulating online and felt farmers were often on the defensive…
ReTain® PGR for California Helps Cherry Growers Extend Bloom and Improve Fruit Set
…timing, ReTain can serve as a valuable tool to support fruit set and help cherry growers maximize yield potential. For more information, visit valent.com/ReTainCA. Always read and follow label instructions….
Kern Oil: Rickey Bird on California’s Energy, Community, and the Human Cost
…find employment in Kern County’s shrinking oil industry. Bird shares, “His story is, sadly, all too common here. Many men in our community lose their sense of purpose, their ability…
Elaine Culotti Enters Governor’s Race, Calls for Major Reset in California Policy
…discussion that touched on everything from water and infrastructure to immigration and state spending, Culotti made it clear she believes California needs a complete reset. Culotti, a farmer and entrepreneur,…
John Deere Showcases New 25-HP Compact Tractor at World Ag Expo
…Marketing Manager for John Deere’s compact tractor line, introduced the company’s new 1-Series tractor, a 25-horsepower machine built for comfort, flexibility, and efficiency. The updated model features a heated and…
California Freight in Crisis: Wildwood Express on the Pressures Facing Trucking and Agriculture
…with Wildwood Express For those wanting to learn more or seek guidance, Mark Woods and Jose Nunez are available via email at markjr@wildwoodex.com and jose@wildwoodex.com. Based in Kingsburg, California, Wildwood…
From Backyard Prototype to Global Ag Tech: Carbon Robotics’ LaserWeeder Revolution
…info@carbonrobotics.com | sales@carbonrobotics.com | paulm@carbonrobotics.com Social Media: Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok Listen to the full interview and watch the feature video to see AI-powered precision farming in action — a…
From Fresno Legend to Propane Pioneer: Lance Shebelut on Farming Smarter
…Propane-powered irrigation. Why Propane Is Gaining Traction Shebelut’s farms historically relied on electricity and diesel. When a diesel motor failed, his pump company suggested propane — cleaner, efficient, and often…
Jamie Johansson: A Farmer Running to Fix California
…across multiple Northern California counties, covering vast agricultural and forested regions. Johansson notes that while rural lawmakers represent enormous geographic areas, more than 30 Assembly members come from Los Angeles…
Using Bt Products During Bloom to Manage Caterpillar Pests
…early planning is key. Starting the season with Bt products helps manage resistance, protect beneficials, and maintain clean crops as the season progresses. For more information, visit Valent.com/DiPel or Valent.com/XenTari….
Don’t Cut Fertility After a Tough Year
…takeaways for growers is to stay committed to a balanced nutrition program—even after frost events, poor pollination, or disappointing crop set. “When spring rolls around and you set your crop,…
Bee Season in Full Swing, Highlighting Pollination Urgency for Almond Growers
…and why timing is everything during this narrow three- to four-week window. Papagni opened the show reflecting on recent rainstorms and the importance of moisture heading into peak bloom. While…
Building a Smarter Crop Nutrition Budget for Next Season
…is key. A thoughtful, data-driven approach to budgeting helps ensure every fertilizer dollar contributes directly to yield and long-term orchard health. For more information on crop nutrition planning, visit AgroLiquid.com….






















