…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…
CIR Agriculture Harvester Products
…Plus, if you’re ever in need of product support, team members throughout California and Nevada are on call 24hrs a day, 7 days a week. Trust California Industrial Rubber to…
California Wine Industry Faces Defining Moment, Says Consultant Nicholas Karavidas
…Message to California’s Wine Growers Karavidas closed the interview with a message of encouragement. For those committed to the wine industry, he urges patience. Whenever financially possible, growers should preserve…
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…
Senate Farm Bill Draft Advances with New Support for Agriculture
…crop growers with access to a broader range of federal tools and resources while streamlining existing conservation programs. “Additionally, significant investments in specialty crops across several titles to help ensure…
Almond Forecast Points to Crop Similar to Last Year, Water Remains Top Concern
DepositPhotos image California’s almond industry is looking at another solid harvest in 2026, though growers are unlikely to see a record-breaking crop. During a recent appearance on AgNet News Hour, Steve…
Ranchers Highlight Conservation Benefits of Expanded Federal Grazing
…Washington Cattlemen’s Association, believes ranchers should be recognized for the conservation work they perform every day. Federal Grazing Opportunities Support Land Management Hajny said producers are often described as the…
Roger Isom Calls for Water Investment, Regulatory Reform, and Voter Engagement
…upcoming governor’s race. The president and CEO of the Western Tree Nut Association and California Cotton Ginners and Growers Association outlined a lengthy list of legislative and regulatory issues that…
Roger Isom Warns California Packaging Rules Could Increase Costs for Agriculture
…Association and the California Cotton Ginners and Growers Association. During a recent interview on the AgNet News Hour, Isom discussed the potential impacts of California’s packaging regulations on growers, processors,…
The Three Sisters: An Ancient Farming Method That Helped Shape American Agriculture
…agricultural practice dates back centuries, Three Sisters gardens continue to be popular among gardeners, educators, and sustainable agriculture advocates. Modern growers appreciate the system for its efficiency, environmental benefits, and…
Allied Grape Growers at 75: Jeff Bitter Talks Survival, Wine Trends, and California’s Future
…Allied Grape Growers Growers interested in learning more or becoming members can contact Allied Grape Growers through: Website: www.alliedgrapegrowers.org Email: jeff@alliedgrapegrowers.org Office: (559) 276-7021 Facebook and Instagram: Allied Grape Growers…
California Lawmakers Seek Emergency Funding to Fight Glassy-Winged Sharpshooter
…become more widespread. According to the request, the proposed funding would help protect California agriculture by strengthening pest management efforts and limiting additional economic losses to growers and rural communities….