…broccoli and cauliflower. The trials mark Syngenta’s third year of testing in the region, with multiple sowing phases starting in June, ensuring comprehensive data for variety development. Testing and Developing…
Rachel Nettleton Leads Kern County Farm Bureau
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Freight Safety and Dairy Market Pressures: Nick Folio
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Kern County’s Agriculture Advocate: Rachel Nettleton
…that brings thousands of Kern County schoolchildren face-to-face with agriculture. “We invite 5,000 children… and teach these kids about where their food comes from because a lot of kids think…
California Ag at a Crossroads: Syngenta’s Dale Nicol
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California Farming Voices: Case Anker and Stan Nelson
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California FFA Leaders Share Vision for Agriculture’s Future
…age. As Ryan Taylor put it, “FFA is a family. It gives students purpose, direction, and a community that supports their growth.” A Model for Well-Rounded Education California FFA’s three-part…
Madera County Water Challenges Explained by Matt Angell
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Gut Health for Baby Calves: Why Prebiotics and Probiotics Matter More Than Ever
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Trucking in Crisis: Mark Wood Sounds the Alarm on California Freight
…guessed it, freight will take center stage. Full interview coming soon on AgNetWest.com Subscribe to the AgNet West podcast on your favorite app. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……
California Dairy in the Spotlight: Generations of Dedication and a Future of Uncertainty
…California agriculture. Stay connected at AgNetWest.com and catch the full episode wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to the AgNet West podcast on your favorite app. Listen to previous AgNet…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-29-25
…open more doors for farmers across the country. But the real meat of today’s show comes from an extended interview with Sonny Toor of Valley Pride Ag Company. Toor shares…
2025 California Almond Crop Forecast Hits 3 Billion Pounds
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Battling Mites in Tree Fruit: Summer Strategies with Todd Burkdoll
…the heat of the season. The Growing Edge is brought to you by Valent U.S.A., makers of Zeal® MVP Miticide. Learn more at valent.com/zeal. Battling Mites in Tree Fruit: Summer…