…rules in isolation, unaware of their combined impact on family operations. “You add all those layers up, and in California, we’re just almost overwhelmed with the cost to comply with…
Pistachio Harvest Update and Fair Season Fun on AgNet News Hour
…in years. Quality is high, volume is strong, and the U.S. industry has already committed over one billion pounds to domestic and international buyers. “Farmers are pretty darn happy,” Kreps…
John Duarte on Central Valley Agriculture: Water, Prop 50, and the Future of Avocados
…is the trick,” John said. “Once growers understood the process, they demanded virus-free plants. It changed the industry.” This same principle extended into nut trees. By cloning the best seedlings…
Shannon Douglas: Leading California Agriculture Through Opportunity and Challenge
…standards. “If you’ve got an interest in agriculture, we’ve probably got a job opportunity for you. And it’s likely something pretty innovative if you’re here in California,” she said. Workshops…
California Trucking: Costs, Rules & Roadblocks
…to be. “It’s got to stop,” Woods insisted. “They need to put their hands on it, clean it up, and make sure everything looks good.” The Freight Industry’s Importance Host…
Lorenzo Rios: Valley Strong Vision for California
…California. A Competitor’s Mindset Papagni praised Rios’s competitive spirit, noting that it reflects a refusal to give up. Rios agreed, recalling lessons from his military career. “In 23 years of…
Mike Harvey: Farming, Faith & Leading California’s Youth
…it,” Harvey recalled, describing time spent both in the fields and in the packing house. Those years instilled in him a deep respect for agriculture and a lasting connection to…
Beef Supply Shortages and Meat Prices: Darren Hill of JD Food
…Hill said the industry is now adapting. The price gap between compliant and non-compliant pork has narrowed. Non-compliant pork—produced outside California—can still be sold if it undergoes further processing in…
Reedley College Ag Conference 2025: Innovation, Careers & Farming’s Future
…expert input. Faculty shared curriculum needs and ways to better connect with industry. Students highlighted career interests and knowledge gaps, offering a glimpse into the future workforce of agriculture. This…
Freeman Vineyard: Organic Sonoma Wines with Global Reach
…built one of Sonoma County’s top 25 wineries, a recognized name in the international wine industry. Meeting Challenges in the Wine Industry While much of the wine industry has faced…
Farming for the Future: Jake Barcellos and A-Bar Ag Enterprises
…limited domestic labor pool create ongoing struggles. Barcellos supports immigration reform that keeps good workers in the community while addressing criminal concerns. Imports and tariffs: Competing with lower-cost imports remains…
My Job Depends on Ag: How a Grassroots Sticker Campaign Grew Into a Movement Supporting California Agriculture
…“This isn’t about making money—it’s about reinvesting in the future of farming,” Malanka explained, noting that donations are routed through the Central Valley Community Foundation so all proceeds benefit students. Building Awareness…
California Wine Month: Sustainability, Innovation, and the Future of Wine
…remarkable aspects of California’s wine industry is its commitment to sustainability: 90% of California wines are produced in a certified sustainable winery. 65% of vineyard acreage is certified sustainable. 95%…
Native American Agriculture: Roots of U.S. Farming
…the soil. Floodplain farming also complemented their use of fire. When combined, seasonal flooding and ash from burned vegetation created fertile, productive soil that could sustain communities for generations. Staple…