…Newton said. “Members need to hear directly from farmers so they understand the urgency facing agriculture.” California’s Unique Challenges Papagni highlighted California’s unique labor and regulatory environment, noting that labor…
USDA’s Fordyce Highlights SPUR Initiative, Screwworm Fight, and Historic Farm Support
…can begin benefiting from the new programs. Expanding Crop Insurance for Specialty Crops California’s specialty crop industry was another major topic of discussion. Following difficult losses for California cherry growers…
USDA’s Richard Fordyce Highlights Farm Bill Progress as Farm Bureau Pushes Labor Reform
…expands producers’ ability to purchase stronger crop insurance coverage while improving several long-standing farm programs. Fordyce also emphasized USDA’s continued commitment to California agriculture, recognizing the state’s unmatched diversity of…
USDA’s Luke Lindberg Highlights Trade Progress Ahead of America’s 250th Celebration
…beyond traditional trading partners. For California agriculture, Lindberg said specialty crops continue to play an important role in USDA’s export strategy. He cited particularly strong demand for California tree nuts…
Supreme Court Rules Federal Law Preempts Roundup Warning Claims
Farm tractor spraying pesticides & insecticides herbicides over green vineyard field. Napa Valley, Napa County, California, USA DepositPhotos image A landmark Roundup Supreme Court ruling could significantly reshape pesticide litigation…
California Agriculture Faces Mounting Pressure: Roger Isom Sounds the Alarm on Regulations, Water, and the Future of Farming
…expenses. “We compete with growers around the world,” Isom explained. “If our costs go up because of California regulations, we can’t simply charge more for our almonds or cotton.” California…
USDA Launches Phase Four of Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program
…say the program is intended to help processors expand capacity while improving competition and strengthening regional food systems. Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program Enters Fourth Phase Phase Four of…
David Tangipa Warns of New California Taxes, Government Overreach, and Threats to Agriculture
…began by criticizing California’s recently approved state budget, noting that lawmakers passed it during a late-night legislative session while most Californians were asleep. According to Tangipa, despite California operating with…
How Proactive Nutrition Helps California Growers Beat Summer Heat
…harvest years, growers have a better chance to control product flow and improve their bottom line. Modern Varieties Have Extended California’s Tree Fruit Season Isaak reflected on how much California’s…
The Water It Takes To Grow Your Food
In this episode of Voices of the Valley, Western Growers‘ Taylor Lauson sits down with Michelle Paul, Executive Director of the California Farm Water Coalition, to break down one of…
David Tangipa Says California Agriculture Needs Practical Leadership and Regulatory Reform
…News Hour, Tangipa discussed the challenges facing farmers, proposed new taxes, wildfire preparedness, and why he believes California must change course to remain competitive. Tangipa said California agriculture continues to…
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California Wine Industry Faces Defining Moment, Says Consultant Nicholas Karavidas
Nicholas “Nick” Karavidas (left) with “the Ag Meter” Nick Papagni Legacy, Marketing, and Consumer Trends Will Determine the Future of California Wine For California’s wine industry, the road to recovery…
Wine Consultant Says Industry Must Rethink Marketing for the Next Generation
California’s wine industry won’t recover simply by waiting for consumers to return, according to veteran wine consultant Nick Karavidas. Instead, he believes the industry must fundamentally rethink how it markets…