California Insurance

California Insurance Crisis: Can Experience Fix What’s Broken?

DanAgri-Business, Crop Insurance, Economy, Interview, Legislative, Regulation, Special Reports

…instead. Her takeaway: California must become open for business again. Real Solutions for Real Disasters Beyond policy reform, Korsgaden proposes practical improvements—especially for disaster response. One idea: mobile insurance service…

Monterey County

Monterey County Agriculture at a Crossroads: Water, Labor, and the Future of America’s Salad Bowl

DanAgri-Business, Biofuels/Energy, Economy, Environment, Interview, Irrigation, Labor and Immigration, Legislative, Special Reports, Technology, Water

…supply. A Global Leader in Fresh Food Production Monterey County is a powerhouse, ranking fourth in both California and the U.S. in agricultural production. With more than 150 crops grown…

Michael Gates

Michael Gates’ Plan to Restore Law & Order in California

DanEconomy, General, Interview, Legislative, Regulation, Special Reports

…and has instead “run interference” for political allies. If elected, Gates promises immediate action: Enforcing federal and state laws, including constitutional protections Working directly with all 58 district attorneys and…

farmers markets

From Colonial Streets to Community Staples: The History of Farmers Markets in America

DanAmerican Agriculture History Minute, Industry, This Land of Ours

…by intentionally designating a central town lot specifically for market use. This decision demonstrated how critical these markets had become to community infrastructure. That same location continues to serve as…

season

Coverage and Timing Key for Mealybug and Scale Control

Josh McGillIndustry

…more quickly throughout the vine canopy. Once movement is observed, Burkdoll recommends applying Senstar® Insecticide, which combines systemic and contact activity to control populations at multiple life stages. Scale insects,…

Emily Rooney

Ag Council President Highlights Regulatory Pressure, Plastics Policy, and Political Uncertainty for California Farmers

DanAgNet News Hour, Agri-Business, Biofuels/Energy, Conservation, Economy, Environment, Infrastructure, Interview, Irrigation, Labor and Immigration, Legislative, Podcasts, Regulation, Special Reports, Technology, Water

…implementation. Beyond plastics, Rooney pointed to broader cost pressures continuing to strain farmers, including labor, fuel, freight, and regulatory compliance. She stressed that these combined factors are making it increasingly…

California Ag Policy

California Ag at a Crossroads: Policy, Pressure, and Opportunity

DanAgri-Business, Biofuels/Energy, Biotechnology, Climate Change, Conservation, Drought, Economy, Education, Energy, Environment, Exports/Imports, Greenhouse Gas, Interview, Irrigation, Labor and Immigration, Legislative, Regulation, Solar, Special Reports, Tariffs, Technology, Trade, Water

…the need for strong leadership and collaboration remains critical. Rooted in Agriculture Rooney’s perspective is grounded in personal experience. Raised in a farming family near Lodi, she comes from generations…

Independent

Independent Voice for California: Culotti’s Plan

DanAgri-Business, Biofuels/Energy, Climate Change, Conservation, Economy, Environment, Exports/Imports, Exports/Imports, Funding, Interview, Irrigation, Labor and Immigration, Legislative, Regulation, Special Reports, Trade, Water

…biggest strength is that she isn’t tied to party influence or special interests. That independence, she argues, allows her to speak openly about issues impacting farmers, businesses, and everyday Californians—without…

Oregon Trail

The Oregon Trail: A Defining Route in American Agriculture History

DanAmerican Agriculture History Minute, This Land of Ours

…territories. However, despite its early use, it wasn’t immediately suitable for large-scale migration by wagon trains. Early Challenges and Limited Access It wasn’t until 1836 that the first wagon train…