…supply chain systems Equal access to washing and packing facilities Better exposure for specialty crops like pluots Stronger support for small and mid-sized farms She makes one thing clear—farming will…
Farms, Food, Future: Inside F3 Innovate’s Vision for Agriculture
…a few days at the World Ag Expo, more than 200 students visited their space, getting hands-on exposure to agricultural technology. Koepke emphasizes that today’s agriculture industry needs more than…
Inside Agriculture’s Turning Point: Mike Johanns on Policy, Profitability, and the Future
…demand issues, with reports of unharvested grapes and even vineyards being removed to rebalance supply. It’s a stark reminder that agriculture is cyclical—but also evolving. Why Profitability Is the Key…
Mike Johanns Talks Farm Profitability, Policy, and the Future of California Agriculture
…are navigating a difficult economic environment. High input costs, uncertain markets, and shifting demand, especially in industries like wine grapes, are putting pressure on producers. In California, growers are facing…
California Water Debate: Can Farming’s Future Be Secured?
…Papagni and Vanden Heuvel emphasized that education will play a major role in shaping agriculture’s future. Many urban residents, they say, simply lack exposure to farming and do not fully…
Kern Oil: Rickey Bird on California’s Energy, Community, and the Human Cost
…grapes to produce, rise with fuel prices, affecting both farmers and consumers. Bird highlights the interconnectedness: “Overregulation and mismanagement don’t just hurt oil—they touch agriculture, shipping, and every sector that…
Kern Oil Documentary Highlights Human Cost of California Energy Policy
…when fuel prices rise, so does the cost of getting grapes, almonds, and vegetables to market. Those increases ultimately reach the consumer. Bird also shared the deeply personal motivation behind…
From Backyard Prototype to Global Ag Tech: Carbon Robotics’ LaserWeeder Revolution
…exposure, protecting soil and farmer health “Every season is the most important season,” Mikesell explains. The LaserWeeder pays for itself in under three years, giving farmers a clear return on…
Michigan Agriculture: A National Leader in Diversity, Cherries, and Innovation
Michigan agriculture stands as one of the most diverse and productive farming systems in the United States. From fruit and dairy to beans, potatoes, and wine grapes, the state consistently…
Early Spring Moves That Protect Yield in Tree Fruit and Grapes
…growers should focus on right now in tree fruit, almonds, and table grapes. Todd explains why the period between dormant and bloom is so critical, from staying ahead of brown…
Dayna Ghirardelli Says Sonoma County Agriculture Is Under Constant Attack — and Still Standing
…while making it clear that agriculture there faces relentless pressure. Wine grapes remain under market strain, the Potter Valley Project threatens regional water reliability, and animal-rights activists continue to target…
California Raisins in Trouble: Kalem Barserian Warns the Industry Is Shrinking Fast
…But today, the state has dropped to fourth globally, and he warned it could slide even further. The biggest issue isn’t just foreign competition—it’s demand. “People aren’t eating dry grapes,”…
Verdant Robotics’ Sharpshooter Is Redefining Precision Weed Control
…to broadcast spraying, the Sharpshooter reduces liquid application volumes by 96 to 99 percent, significantly lowering chemical use, water, and adjuvants. Just as importantly, this precision minimizes off-target exposure, helping…
From Sheriff to Supervisor: Margaret Mims’ Vision for Fresno County’s Future
…local leadership and influence are essential. She pushes back against overregulation, pointing out that farmers are among the region’s best conservationists. Drawing from personal experience picking grapes and working in…