…blueberries in the world. The journey began during the Great Depression when Jackson’s grandfather, Herschel, left Tennessee in search of better wages in California’s Central Valley. Rooted in Legacy: Daniel…
Generations of Growth: Daniel Jackson on Family Tree Farms’ Roots, Innovation, Future
…— including himself — have sometimes adapted better to California’s water regulations than those on the east side. Constantly changing SGMA (Sustainable Groundwater Management Act) rules have created instability, particularly…
California Ag at a Crossroads: Rich Kreps Talks Water, Pistachios, and Policy Reform
…That’s unacceptable,” said Kreps. “Farmers paid to build this system. Now we’re being blamed for trying to survive without it.” He shed light on California’s complex and often politicized water…
California Table Grape Season Kicks Off Strong: Ian LeMay Shares Optimism for 2025-26
…places nowadays where people can build their careers. This is definitely one.” In closing, LeMay urged consumers to look for California grapes in stores — and to make the conscious…
California Freight Crisis Pushing Trucking to the Brink
…companies — it’s about the entire ag supply chain they serve. “California must do better with our freight industry,” he concludes. You can hear the full interview with Nick Foglio…
Facing California’s Challenges with Smart Irrigation and Agri-Intelligence
…with less. Precision is key.” Thanks to evolving technology and accessible data, growers are better equipped than ever to meet today’s demands — with smarter, more sustainable farming practices. Read…
California Farmers Gain Water Access
…of California’s key precipitation season, we now have greater certainty about water availability for the remainder of the water year,” said Acting Regional Director Adam Nickels. “This allows us to…
Honoring Agricultural Roots: Nick Anderson Reflects on Valley Farming Legacy
…bit better, and so on and so forth.” This perspective reflects a continuous commitment to improvement, driven by respect for those who came before. He also praised community efforts like…
Can California Be Great Again? Steve Hilton Says “100%”
…vision for the state’s future. With his campaign gaining momentum, Hilton addressed a question on many voters’ minds: Can California be great again? His response: “100%.” Executive Action: A Key…
Nick Anderson on Resilience in California Agriculture: “Being Uncomfortable Just Makes You Better”
Farming Across California’s Diverse Landscape California’s agriculture is as vast and varied as the state itself, and few understand its complexities better than Nick Anderson of Helena Agri-Enterprises. From the…
CDFA Urges Growers to Renew Irrigation and Nitrogen Management Certification
Growers are urged to act before July 1 to complete education credits and renew their CDFA certification. The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is reminding growers enrolled in…
Tomatoes to Tequila: Stuart Woolf’s Agave Revolution in California
…believes a tipping point is coming. “We always hope better leadership steps in. But government usually acts when there’s a crisis. And we’re in one. It’s going to get worse…
California Ag Under Pressure: Innovation, Legacy, and the Voice of Nick Anderson
…since the early ’70s,” Anderson says. “We’re expanding, but still feel like an infant out west compared to our presence elsewhere.” Despite that, Helena has made a significant impact by…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-03-25
…appeals court decision that puts tariffs back on the table. With U.S. trade representatives like Brooke Rollins racking up air miles to strike better deals, our hosts explain why tariffs…