…investments without wasting valuable resources on technology that may not deliver. One particularly interesting finding involves the return on investment growers expect from automation. According to Johnson, early survey responses…
From Plymouth to Plantations: Early American Crops
…most significant crops in colonial agriculture. Its importance reflected both its usefulness as a food source and the settlers’ growing understanding of the crops best suited to their surroundings. Fish…
Agricultural Groups Warn Immigration Enforcement Is Disrupting Food Production
…effects of immigration enforcement operations on agricultural businesses in several states. Reported disruptions have affected meatpacking facilities, livestock shipments and harvesting activities. These interruptions can create challenges throughout the agricultural…
Syngenta Prepares New Crop Protection Technology for California Growers in 2027
…management challenges affecting production across the region. Diamondback moth is a particularly important pest for growers producing brassica crops, including several vegetables commonly included in winter leafy greens and cole…
Steve Hilton Puts California Agriculture at Center of Governor’s Race
…healthcare coverage for undocumented immigrants. He estimated that these measures could generate approximately $25 billion, although the interview did not include an independent fiscal analysis of those projections. Hilton also…
Tom McClintock on California Water, Wildfires and Farm Policy
…bill had passed the House with bipartisan support but remained stalled in the Senate. He identified it as an important legislative priority, particularly because it included forestry provisions he wanted…
How European Immigrants Shaped Early American Agriculture
…use of available land. The livestock traditions brought by Scottish and Irish immigrants contributed to the varied agricultural systems that emerged as European settlers established communities throughout America. Immigrant Traditions…
Farm Bureau Seeks More Agricultural Relief as USDA Payment Details Remain Unclear
…the agricultural industry is waiting for USDA to provide additional information about how the program will work. “How this is going to impact farmers, I think we have to wait…
$9 Million California Facility to Convert Almond Shells Into Biochar
…a dedicated investment in producing biochar from almond shells. Its development also reflects interest in finding practical uses for agricultural residues while exploring ways to improve soil health and store…
Congressman Tom McClintock Discusses California’s Rising Costs, Energy Policies and Economic Future
…construction activity with those of other states. He argued that lengthy permitting processes and development restrictions have made it increasingly difficult to build affordable housing. Transportation infrastructure was another concern….
California Growers Urged to Prioritize Post-Harvest Tree Nutrition
…on Nutrient Availability and Fertigation During the interview, Papagni also asked Isaak to explain AgroLiquid’s approach to crop nutrition. AgroLiquid is a fertilizer manufacturer based in St. Johns, Michigan. Isaak…
Holloway Agronomist Highlights Soil Health and Gypsum Benefits
…a successful crop this season. It is about supporting California agriculture for generations to come. In an interview with Nick Papagni “The Ag Meter”, Cushnyr discussed Holloway’s longstanding role in…
GUSS Advances Autonomous Spraying to Boost Farm Efficiency
…refine its software, the company is working to make fleet management more accessible and productive for growers. New Performance Reports Help Growers Identify Inefficiencies Another major improvement is GUSS’s performance…
California Water Crisis, Rising Costs and Crop Protection Take Center Stage
…protection ahead of the 2027 growing season. Ring argued that California’s water challenges stem partly from decades of insufficient investment in major infrastructure projects. While acknowledging improvements in conservation and…