…realize how much technology is involved in producing today’s food supply. “We want to blow people’s minds,” she said. “Agriculture is incredibly forward-thinking.” Supporting Local Students and Community The Whole…
Whole Vine Festival Celebrates the San Joaquin Valley’s Grape Industry
…October 24, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Fresno State. Admission, parking, and children’s activities are all free. Additional information, sponsorship opportunities, and event details are available at thewholevine.com….
Global Cherry Markets Shift as Harvests Expand Across the Northern Hemisphere
…buyers, with strong export volumes increasing competition among producing countries. As more fruit becomes available, suppliers are adjusting pricing strategies to remain competitive in both domestic and export markets. The…
California Walnuts Eye Strong 2026 After Global Success
…forward. India may represent an even greater long-term opportunity. Currently, California walnuts face a 100% tariff entering India. The California Walnut Commission has worked closely with the Office of the…
California Commercial Fishing at a Crossroads: Lori French Shares the Challenges Facing Morro Bay’s Fleet
…French shared sobering statistics illustrating the industry’s decline. California issued nearly 6,000 commercial fishing licenses in 2020, but that number has dropped to roughly 3,300 in 2026. Commercial fishing vessels…
Kern Oil Documentary Explores California’s Energy Future
…tax revenue for California. Fewer high-paying local jobs. Greater dependence on foreign energy supplies. Reduced investment in California’s own energy infrastructure. Bird argues that producing oil under California’s strict environmental…
USDA’s Fordyce Highlights SPUR Initiative, Screwworm Fight, and Historic Farm Support
…which are released to interrupt the pest’s reproductive cycle and gradually eliminate infestations. USDA is nearing completion of additional sterile fly production facilities that will dramatically increase output. Combined with…
California Agriculture Faces Mounting Pressure: Roger Isom Sounds the Alarm on Regulations, Water, and the Future of Farming
…expenses. “We compete with growers around the world,” Isom explained. “If our costs go up because of California regulations, we can’t simply charge more for our almonds or cotton.” California…
How Proactive Nutrition Helps California Growers Beat Summer Heat
…leach sodium below the root zone. Using sulfur where appropriate to reclaim sodium-affected soils. Maintaining sufficient potassium levels before summer temperatures arrive. Regularly monitoring soils and irrigation water. By managing…
California Wine Industry Faces Defining Moment, Says Consultant Nicholas Karavidas
…the next decade. His advice is simple: Stay committed. Stay patient. Build for the future. Connect with Nicholas “Nick” Karavidas Wine industry professionals interested in following Karavidas’ market analysis, newsletters,…
Ranchers Highlight Conservation Benefits of Expanded Federal Grazing
…original conservationists because of the positive role cattle can play in maintaining healthy landscapes. “The cattle preserve and protect landscape in ways that humans can’t,” Hajny said. “They will go…
Allied Grape Growers at 75: Jeff Bitter Talks Survival, Wine Trends, and California’s Future
…organizations. “We’ve been around for 75 years,” Bitter said. “There aren’t many companies in agriculture—or anywhere—that can say that.” The event celebrated not only the organization’s longevity but also its…
California Cherry Industry Suffers Historic Losses After Devastating 2026 Season
…insurance coverage levels. Some growers choose insurance rather than harvesting damaged fruit, creating uncertainty for packers attempting to forecast supplies and commit volume to retail promotions. Combined with weather losses,…
Steve Malanca: California Almond Crop May Tighten as Water Challenges Continue
…and run with it,” he said. The campaign’s California-shaped logo symbolizes a statewide effort to unite agriculture across county lines and commodity sectors. “We’re all in this together. That’s why…