…California table grape season… it’s an exciting time,” LeMay said. Despite the earlier timeline, the overall outlook remains positive. Growers are expecting high-quality fruit and solid volumes, supported by California’s…
Michael Gates’ Plan to Restore Law & Order in California
…take on Sacramento. “California Has Become Lawless” Gates didn’t hold back when describing the current state of California, arguing that a lack of enforcement has created a “culture of lawlessness.”…
Attorney General Candidate Michael Gates Targets Fraud, Crime, and Oversight Reform Impacting California Agriculture
The AgNet News Hour featured a high-energy conversation with California Attorney General candidate Michael Gates, who outlined his plans to combat fraud, restore law and order, and bring accountability back…
Valley Irrigation: A $5,000 Gamble That Changed Farming Forever
…patent, officially launching what became known as Valley Irrigation. A Lasting Agricultural Legacy The introduction of center pivot irrigation marked a turning point in farming. It allowed growers to conserve…
California Crossroads: McClintock on Water, Policy & Ag
…left California in recent years, creating economic strain and shrinking the state’s tax base. Water: The Heart of California Agriculture For farmers, water remains the most urgent concern—and McClintock makes…
Congressman McClintock Calls for Policy Shift as Water, Labor, and Regulation Pressures Mount in California Agriculture
The AgNet News Hour continued its in-depth conversation with Congressman Tom McClintock, focusing on the growing challenges facing California agriculture and the policy changes he believes are necessary to restore…
California Agriculture Left Out of Governor Debate as Leaders Push for Policy Change
The AgNet News Hour highlighted growing frustration across the agricultural community after a recent California governor debate failed to address key issues like farming, water, and food production, despite their…
Women in Agriculture Highlight Leadership, Challenges, and the Future of Farming
As part of the ongoing Voices of the Valley series, Western Growers recently brought together industry leaders to highlight the growing impact of women in agriculture. The discussion featured Briana…
USDA’s Fordyce: Policy, Pressure & Promise for Farmers
…these provisions will significantly strengthen financial stability for farmers as they roll out through 2026. California Agriculture: Opportunity Meets Challenge California remains the most diverse agricultural state in the nation—but…
Coverage and Timing Key for Mealybug and Scale Control
Pest pressure from mealybugs and scale continues to challenge California growers across multiple crops, from vineyards to tree fruit and walnuts. Todd Burkdoll, Field Market Development Manager with Valent U.S.A.,…
USDA’s Richard Fordyce Highlights Farm Bill Gains, Tax Relief, and Support for California Agriculture
…technical support. “The best resource is your local FSA or NRCS office,” Fordyce said, encouraging farmers to connect with local experts who can help navigate available programs. For California growers,…
From Hand Planting to Innovation: The Early History of Seed Planters
…a cotton planter—an innovation that aligned with the geographic and economic shifts occurring in American agriculture at the time. As cotton production expanded in the southern United States, the demand…
Ag Council President Highlights Regulatory Pressure, Plastics Policy, and Political Uncertainty for California Farmers
…issues across California agriculture… and they differ from crop to crop and region to region,” Rooney explained. One of the most pressing concerns discussed was California’s push toward aggressive plastics…
The California Trail: A Pathway to Agricultural Expansion
Introduction to the California Trail The California Trail stands as a significant chapter in American agriculture history, playing a vital role in the westward expansion of settlers seeking new opportunities….