California

Richard Kreps Says Pistachios, Water, and Common Sense Must Lead California Forward

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…water storage, while sending massive volumes of rain and snowmelt straight to the ocean. “We have enough water,” Kreps said. “We just refuse to store it.” Kreps also addressed the…

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California Walnuts Gain Momentum as Robert Verloop Sees a Turning Point for Growers

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…a corner — both at home and abroad. Verloop opened with a reminder of California’s dominance in walnuts. Nearly 99 percent of U.S. walnuts are grown in California, and roughly…

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Jeff Aiello Says Californiaโ€™s Wolf and Water Crises Are Symptoms of Broken Environmental Policy

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…respond to active wolf depredation events. “It was chaos,” Aiello said. “And it was completely unsustainable.” What stood out most to him was how predictable the crisis had been. Wolves,…

World Ag Expo

World Ag Expo 2026 Returns to Tulare With Global Innovation, Education, and Community Impact

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…well known for its food. All food booths are operated by local nonprofit organizations, including schools and community groups. When attendees purchase meals, they directly support those organizations. Collectively, food…

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World Ag Expo Countdown Begins as Megan Lausten Previews the Biggest Farm Show on Earth

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…moving. Education remains a core mission of the Expo. Lausten highlighted the Seminar Center, where attendees can access free educational sessions with paid admission. Topics range from dairy and livestock…

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Rick Roberti Calls on Californians to Get Involved as Cattle Industry Faces a Crossroads

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…sprawl. Politics also took center stage. Roberti acknowledged frustration within agriculture but urged producers not to disengage. “Giving up guarantees you lose,” he said. He believes progress is still possible…

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Rick Roberti California Cattle Threats: Wolves, Water, and Workforce

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…to that reality. Another major concern is succession. Roberti said fewer young people are willing to take over ranches that require seven-day-a-week commitment with constant regulatory pressure and financial risk….

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Rick Roberti Warns Californiaโ€™s Wolf Crisis Is Devastating the Cattle Industry

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…even when livestock are actively being attacked. “You couldn’t even chase them off,” Roberti said. “That’s hard for people to believe, but it’s true.” As packs expanded, wolves adapted quickly,…