Darren Schmall

From Farming to Fast-Growing Trees: Darren Schmall’s Vision for California Agriculture

DanAgri-Business, Conservation, Economy, Environment, Horticulture, Interview, Special Reports, Specialty Crops, Wine

…allocations. Schmall also discussed the rising costs hurting farmers across California. Diesel prices, fertilizer expenses, labor costs, and government regulations are all putting enormous pressure on agriculture. According to Schmall,…

California Insurance

California Insurance Crisis: Can Experience Fix What’s Broken?

DanAgri-Business, Crop Insurance, Economy, Interview, Legislative, Regulation, Special Reports

…units deployed in disaster zones. These would allow affected residents to meet directly with both regulators and insurance companies, speeding up claims and improving communication during crises like wildfires. She…

Monterey County

Monterey County Agriculture at a Crossroads: Water, Labor, and the Future of America’s Salad Bowl

DanAgri-Business, Biofuels/Energy, Economy, Environment, Interview, Irrigation, Labor and Immigration, Legislative, Special Reports, Technology, Water

…supply. A Global Leader in Fresh Food Production Monterey County is a powerhouse, ranking fourth in both California and the U.S. in agricultural production. With more than 150 crops grown…

California table grapes

California Table Grapes 2026: Early Season, Global Demand, Strong Future

DanAgri-Business, Economy, Grapes, Interview, Special Reports

…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 March 1, 2026…

Michael Gates

Michael Gates’ Plan to Restore Law & Order in California

DanEconomy, General, Interview, Legislative, Regulation, Special Reports

…or without support from the governor or legislature. Agriculture, NGOs, and Accountability For California’s agriculture community, Gates addressed growing frustration over NGOs and misuse of taxpayer funds. Farmers—already dealing with…

season

Coverage and Timing Key for Mealybug and Scale Control

Josh McGillIndustry

…during application. Doing the job right the first time can help reduce repeat applications and protect long-term crop health. For more information, visit Valent.com/Senstar. Always read and follow label directions….

California Ag Policy

California Ag at a Crossroads: Policy, Pressure, and Opportunity

DanAgri-Business, Biofuels/Energy, Biotechnology, Climate Change, Conservation, Drought, Economy, Education, Energy, Environment, Exports/Imports, Greenhouse Gas, Interview, Irrigation, Labor and Immigration, Legislative, Regulation, Solar, Special Reports, Tariffs, Technology, Trade, Water

…the grocery store. And because farmers are often “price takers,” they may end up absorbing costs they didn’t create. Federal vs. State Tensions Rooney also addressed the complicated relationship between…

Independent

Independent Voice for California: Culotti’s Plan

DanAgri-Business, Biofuels/Energy, Climate Change, Conservation, Economy, Environment, Exports/Imports, Exports/Imports, Funding, Interview, Irrigation, Labor and Immigration, Legislative, Regulation, Special Reports, Trade, Water

…political pressure. Why the “Middle” Matters Culotti emphasizes a major shift in California politics: the rise of voters registering as “No Party Preference.” With Democrats holding roughly 43% of voters…