…The state produces 81% of all U.S. wine, making it the fourth-largest wine producer in the world, behind only France, Italy, and Spain. With 6,200 wineries across 49 counties, California…
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….
California Ag Battles: Water, Solar, and Farmland Futures
…nowhere,” with uncertainty keeping fields idle instead of productive. Agrivoltaics and the Push for Solar The conversation then shifted to agrivoltaics, the idea of combining solar energy production with agriculture….
California Agriculture: Fires, Wolves & Farm Labor Reform
…and fewer young people entering agriculture, Cunha pressed for a comprehensive guest worker program. A Call to Action Cunha’s message to farmers and ag communities was clear: contact your congressional…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads
…sits at a crossroads. Wildfires, water shortages, shrinking farms, international competition, and a broken immigration system are reshaping the industry. Yet hope remains in innovation, community engagement, and legislative reforms…
California Agriculture: Don Cameron on Labor, Water, and Innovation
…the potential for these tools to improve efficiency and offset labor shortages. These investments, along with careful crop management, help farmers remain competitive in a challenging global market. Competing with…
Ziveli Winery: A Croatian Legacy Thrives in the Heart of California
…rosé has even been featured at local restaurants like Saison, receiving praise for its presentation and flavor. For inquiries or to schedule a visit: Email: ziveliwinery@gmail.com Website: ziveliwinery.com Whether you’re…
Family Tree Farms on Quality and Water: Daniel Jackson
…almond and pistachio acreage in coming years. “It all comes down to water,” he said, stressing the need for long-term infrastructure to capture and store more of the state’s rainfall….
Small Wineries Under Pressure: Ziveli Winery
…are pushing small farmers to the brink while international competitors thrive. Despite the challenges, the Nales remain committed to keeping their family winery open. “We decided a long time ago…
California Wine Faces a Generational Challenge: Marlena Paolilli
…Tastes Paolilli explained that California’s wine sector continues to battle an oversupply of grapes, a problem rooted in the pandemic and compounded by an influx of new producers. With over…
Marlena Paolilli on Cry Baby Wine and the Future of California’s Wine Industry
Marlena Paolilli From Italian Restaurants to California Wine Marlena Paolilli is no stranger to food, family, and tradition. Coming from one of the Central Valley’s most iconic Italian families, her…
Syngenta Vegetable Seeds: Advancing Lettuce and Melon Varieties in Salinas
…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…
Ted Torosian Builds Custom Produce into Ag Success Story
…supplying companies like Sysco Corporation with a wide variety of fresh produce. Their ability to consolidate multiple commodities onto a single truckload makes them a preferred choice for food service…
Rachel Nettleton Leads Kern County Farm Bureau
…Fairgrounds. The event hosts 5,000 second- to fourth-grade students, teaching them where their food comes from. “A lot of kids think chocolate milk comes from brown cows or that food…