…a computer engineer to run it. We designed it for the same people who’ve been running sprayers for decades.” Scaling Innovation: From GUSS to Mini GUSS The company’s first model—simply…
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…
Celebrating the Valley’s Bounty: The Whole Vine Festival Returns to Fresno State
…Competition Adding a delicious twist to the festivities, the California Table Grape Commission is sponsoring a food competition among participating food trucks. Each vendor will create a special menu item…
David Tangipa: Fighting for California Farmers and Rejecting Proposition 50
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Mando Perez: Innovation & Leadership in California Ag
…He emphasized that perseverance, mentorship, and dedication to the community were central to his journey. The PCA Brotherhood Perez described the PCA network as a supportive community. “The only way…
California’s Water Puzzle: Insights from Avid Water’s Cory Broad
…20 years, that’s the next frontier.” The Big Concern for 2026: Water Uncertainty Looking ahead, Broad identified water allocation uncertainty as his greatest concern for the coming water year. “In…
Alexandra Duarte’s Fight for California’s Future
…voters. She urged those who want to get involved to connect through her campaign website, alexandraforsenate.com, by phone at (209) 961-4897, or by email at alexandra@alexandraforsenate.com. Volunteers, she said, can…
Shannon Douglas: Leading California Agriculture Through Opportunity and Challenge
…international competition grows fiercer. Regulatory compliance costs alone have increased by 1,400% in the past 15 years, according to Farm Bureau data. Many family farms, particularly small and mid-sized operations,…
California Trucking: Costs, Rules & Roadblocks
…it—God bless you.” Smog Checks and New Regulations Jose Nunez closed with practical advice regarding California’s smog check requirements for trucks. Operators are given 90 days to complete the test…
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
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Beef Supply Shortages and Meat Prices: Darren Hill of JD Food
…Hill said the industry is now adapting. The price gap between compliant and non-compliant pork has narrowed. Non-compliant pork—produced outside California—can still be sold if it undergoes further processing in…
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
…huge, and this campaign helps spread the message.” To learn how to get a sticker or support the program, visit AgNetWest.com or email Nick at nick@agnetmedia.com. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……