…Citrus Belt from Orange Cove down through Reedley and Terra Bella—you’ll find smaller growers,” Broad said. “Ten-, eighteen-, twenty-acre blocks are common, and that’s pretty normal.” By contrast, the west…
Alexandra Duarte’s Fight for California’s Future
…District Duarte’s district spans a vast area of California, stretching from Truckee down to Indio, and covering 13 counties. It includes Stanislaus, El Dorado, Madera, Merced, and Mariposa counties, among…
John Duarte on Central Valley Agriculture: Water, Prop 50, and the Future of Avocados
…for agricultural or urban use. This, he argued, devastates irrigated farmland, suburban neighborhoods, and rural communities alike. Children in the Valley suffer from dust-borne respiratory issues, and yet the policies…
Shannon Douglas: Leading California Agriculture Through Opportunity and Challenge
…careers in science, technology, engineering, communications, business, and more. FFA helps young people discover those paths.” By encouraging youth participation, Douglas believes families can cultivate both leadership skills and a…
California Trucking: Costs, Rules & Roadblocks
…For companies like Wildwood Express, which operates more than 60 trucks, that transition is neither feasible nor practical. “Our customers won’t allow it,” Woods explained. “We haul trees, irrigation supplies,…
Lorenzo Rios: Valley Strong Vision for California
…to higher education, allowing him to attend Gonzaga University in Washington through the ROTC program. Over a distinguished 23-year career, Rios led troops in combat operations in Iraq, Afghanistan, and…
Mike Harvey: Farming, Faith & Leading California’s Youth
…food comes from other than the grocery store,” Harvey reflected. Nick Papagni, host of the interview, praised FFA students as some of the best individuals he’s ever met. Harvey agreed,…
Mike Harvey and Lorenzo Rios Share Powerful Stories on AgNet News Hour
…events he’s ever witnessed. He stressed the importance of youth leadership, saying groups like FFA, Turning Point USA, and 5-11 give kids the tools to find their voice and future…
Beef Supply Shortages and Meat Prices: Darren Hill of JD Food
…JD Food For anyone with questions about beef, turkey, pork, or the meat supply chain, Darren Hill welcomes inquiries directly. 📧 Email: dhill@jdfood.com 👉 Note: it’s jdfood.com (singular, without an…
Reedley College Ag Conference 2025: Innovation, Careers & Farming’s Future
…sessions, the event will host a career fair for agricultural employers. Companies such as Fowler Packing, Moonlight, Fresno Equipment Company, Sun-Maid, and HMC Farms will be present to meet Reedley…
My Job Depends on Ag: How a Grassroots Sticker Campaign Grew Into a Movement Supporting California Agriculture
…entire communities. The familiar sticker, often seen on trucks, tractors, and even storage tanks, carries the straightforward but powerful message: My Job Depends on Ag. One recent example of its reach…
California Wine Month: Sustainability, Innovation, and the Future of Wine
…across 49 counties, the Golden State is also the fourth largest wine-producing region in the world, behind only France, Italy, and Spain. From Napa and Sonoma to Lodi, Paso Robles,…
California Wine Month Highlights Sustainability and Innovation: Julie Berge of the Wine Institute Shares Industry Outlook
…a map of wineries, events, and resources to help consumers learn and connect. Looking Ahead While the industry faces headwinds with shifting consumer trends, international competition, and market challenges, Berge…
Beef on Dairy Industry Report Highlights Growth and Opportunity
…underscored that collaboration, genetics, and nutrition are the keys to keeping beef-on-dairy competitive long term. The second edition of the Beef on Dairy Industry Report is now available at PurinaMills.com/dairy-beef….