…face higher production costs than many foreign competitors. Labor remains another significant challenge. According to Groot, San Diego County growers struggle to attract workers due to high housing costs and…
USDA Rural Development Highlights Water, Infrastructure, and Economic Growth in California’s Central Valley
Bryan Anguiano California’s agricultural communities depend on more than fertile soil and hard work—they depend on reliable infrastructure, economic investment, and access to water. During a recent visit to Bakersfield,…
California Farm Bureau President Shannon Douglas Discusses Federal Support, Water Challenges, and the Future of Agriculture
…leadership and federal policymakers. Douglas explained that agriculture benefits when state and federal governments recognize the economic importance of farming and work together toward common goals. While disagreements between Sacramento…
Fifth-Generation Farmer David Collenberg Enters California Lieutenant Governor Race
David Collenberg California agriculture is at a crossroads, and fifth-generation farmer David Collenberg says it is time for working families, farmers, and rural communities to have a stronger voice in…
Steve Hilton Promises Big Changes for California Farmers, Water, and Energy Policies
…agriculture, water policy, energy costs, regulations, and what Hilton described as the urgent need for “common-sense leadership” in Sacramento. Hilton immediately criticized recent California gubernatorial debates for failing to address…
Steve Hilton Calls for Major Changes to California Water, Energy, and Agriculture Policies
…communities. “We can increase deliveries within our current water infrastructure,” he said while discussing the State Water Resources Control Board and water allocation policies. Energy policy was another major topic…
Jon Kinzenbaw: The Iowa Innovator Who Helped Modernize American Farming
…The company remained family-owned, reflecting its strong agricultural heritage and commitment to serving farmers directly. Revolutionary Equipment Designs Jon Kinzenbaw’s impact on agriculture came through several key innovations that modernized…
Organic Growers Face Growing Insect Pressure Across Specialty Crops
…shorter residual activity and fewer systemic properties compared to conventional chemistries, making consistent control more difficult. At the same time, insects exposed to conventional products in nearby fields can still…
Ranchers Push for More Wolf Management Funding in California Budget
…wolf populations remains inadequate. The proposal includes just $1 million for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Coexisting with Wildlife initiative and does not allocate any new funding specifically…
Chad Bianco Says California Must End Forced Policies, Expand Water Storage, and Support Agriculture
…is somebody that’s been working hand in hand with our ag community for 33 years.” Bianco said he wants California to once again become a national leader in agriculture by…
Chad Bianco Sounds Off on California Agriculture, Water, Energy, and the Future of the Golden State
…and energy production. He pledged to eliminate rules he believes place California farmers at a competitive disadvantage compared to producers in other states. According to Bianco, California should not punish…
California Pear Growers Fight Imports While Delivering Premium Fruit
…remaining pear farms are operated by fifth- and sixth-generation farming families committed to preserving the industry for future generations. There is optimism surrounding the upcoming pear season, however. Because bloom…
California Pear Growers Push for Quality, Fair Market as Early Season Approaches
…California’s longtime specialty crop industries. Zanobini said the 2025 season was difficult for California pear growers, largely because of heavy competition from imported fruit on retail shelves. One of the…
Edward Ring Says California Faces Critical Crossroads on Energy, Water, and Agriculture
…discussing the need for California leadership willing to work alongside Washington instead of fighting ongoing political battles. A major focus of the interview centered on California’s growing dependence on imported…