As California specialty crops move deeper into the growing season, growers are facing pressure from a wide range of pests across multiple commodities. Todd Burkdoll, Field Market Development Manager with…
California Policy, Meat Industry Concerns, and Governor Race Take Center Stage for Agriculture
…portion of the market, questions are being raised about pricing transparency and competition. “When you have less competitors, that means the price for you and I goes through the roof,”…
Location, Land, and Legacy: Farmland Values Still Tell the Story
…it does not tell the whole story. The Rule That Never Changes: Location Matters In real estate—and especially in agriculture—the phrase “location, location, location” remains as relevant as ever. Even…
From Farming to Fast-Growing Trees: Darren Schmall’s Vision for California Agriculture
…municipalities, and homeowners seeking rapid shade with minimal long-term irrigation needs. He also shared that the trees have reportedly been used internationally in efforts to combat desertification because of their…
Potter Valley Water Battle: Farmers Fight to Save Lifeline
Keely Covello California’s rural communities are once again at the center of a high-stakes water battle—and this time, the spotlight is on Potter Valley. In a powerful interview with “The…
Farm Dog of the Year 2027: Nominations Now Open
…often important partners in our daily work as well as wonderful companions for farm families.” Typical farm dog duties include: Rounding up livestock Chasing off predators Opening gates Fetching tools…
California Insurance Crisis: Can Experience Fix What’s Broken?
…insurance, equipment coverage, commercial vehicles, and workers’ compensation—creating a ripple effect across the entire food production system. At the center of the issue is the growing reliance on California’s FAIR…
Monterey County Agriculture at a Crossroads: Water, Labor, and the Future of America’s Salad Bowl
…the broader community. Labor: Skilled, Essential, and Expensive Labor remains critical in Monterey County, where 55,000 to 58,000 workers are needed to harvest crops—many of which cannot be mechanized. Harvesting…
California Table Grapes 2026: Early Season, Global Demand, Strong Future
…Grape Commission at GrapesFromCalifornia.com. Website: GrapesFromCalifornia.com Organization: California Table Grape Commission California Table Grapes 2026: Early Season, Global Demand, Strong Future Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products July 1, 2026…
Michael Gates’ Plan to Restore Law & Order in California
…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…
Valley Irrigation: A $5,000 Gamble That Changed Farming Forever
…the company, Doherty focused on practical agricultural needs, beginning with work on farm elevators. These systems were essential for handling and storing grain efficiently, and they positioned the company as…
Garst & Hybrid Corn: From Iowa to the Cold War
The Birth of a Seed Revolution In 1931, Roswell Garst and Charlie Thomas founded the Garst and Thomas Hybrid Corn Company in Coon Rapids. Their work came at a time…
Coverage and Timing Key for Mealybug and Scale Control
…reduce productivity over time. Senstar provides a dual mode of action, one component moves within the plant to target feeding pests, while the other works as a contact material to…
Coverage and Timing Key for Mealybug and Scale Control
…reduce productivity over time. Senstar provides a dual mode of action, one component moves within the plant to target feeding pests, while the other works as a contact material to…