…we’re going to see it through.” How the Community Can Support the Fight As the battle with the State Water Board continues, Ference emphasized the importance of broad community support….
Kings County Farm Bureau Takes on Sacramento Over Groundwater Rights
…make rules without understanding farming.” Ference described the fight as one for fairness and common sense. “If you’re going to regulate, do it evenly and transparently,” he said. “We can’t…
California Walnut Harvest 2025: Quality, Volume & Market Outlook
…and international markets. B Grade: Medium quality, suitable for a range of clients both domestically and internationally. C Grade: Lower-grade, primarily for U.S. domestic consumption. These classifications ensure buyers receive…
Nanette Simonian: Championing California Agriculture & Women in Ag
…age. “It just teaches kids how to be accountable. You need to have your project done on time, your book completed on time. These are skills that last a lifetime,”…
Don Wagner on Restoring Integrity, Water, and Common Sense to California
…communities. “We’re in the crosshairs,” Wagner said. “It’s unfair that the people of Orange County are paying the price for the nonsense that comes out of Sacramento.” He cited an…
Electrostatic Spraying: On Target’s AgTech Revolution
…in agriculture. Learn More Growers interested in On Target Spray Systems can visit ontargetspray.com to explore detailed product information, view technical data, and schedule a demo. With its combination of…
Almond Market Outlook and Ag Education Lead the Conversation on AgNet News Hour
…he warned that the strong U.S. dollar could slow export sales. “A strong dollar hurts us,” he said. “But the good news is that California almonds are irreplaceable — no…
Building the Future of Ag Tech: Danny Bernstein and The Reservoir at FIRA 2025
…“They’d come here, get overwhelmed, and never come back,” he said. “Now, we’re helping them connect with growers, get feedback, and come back next year with a viable prototype.” Investing…
Building the Future of Ag Education at Merced College
…hands-on learning. “We’re committed to being one of the most innovative community colleges in the United States,” he said. “When we innovate, our students become more employable, more competitive —…
GUSS: Transforming Orchard Spraying Through Autonomy and Innovation
…walnuts, pecans, citrus—really any kind of tree crop—and it does it completely autonomously. No driver onboard.” Building that first prototype wasn’t easy. It took years to perfect the navigation and…
Van Groningen & Sons: A Century of California Farming
…come with high costs.” He pointed to the California Air Resources Board and other agencies that impose additional restrictions on farmers, creating uneven competition with other states. “We’re held to…
Verdant Robotics: Revolutionizing Farming with Precision AI and Automation
…of Colorado Boulder specializing in robotics and computer vision, he co-founded a self-driving car company over a decade ago. Recognizing that self-driving technology for cars was still years away from…
Todd Snider Takes the Helm at Kern County Farm Bureau, Calls for Smarter Water Policy and Farm Advocacy
…comes from a grocery store,” he said. “When they visit the farm, they realize agriculture isn’t just tractors and dirt — it’s drones, computers, and science.” He also highlighted opportunities…
How Ralston Purina Revolutionized American Agriculture
…Ralston Breakfast Cereals. Both men shared a belief in better nutrition—Danforth for animals, Edgerly for humans. In 1902, they combined their expertise, merging to form the Ralston Purina Company. The…