Family Tree Farms is seeing one of the earliest fruit seasons in recent memory, creating unique opportunities and challenges as California growers navigate changing weather patterns, market conditions, and long-term…
U.S. Cotton Crop Progress Continues Despite Delays in Texas
…said. Several states have already completed planting for the season, including Arizona, California and Missouri, all of which reached 100% planted acreage. U.S. Cotton Crop Progress Slowed by Texas Weather…
New Export Accelerator Program Aims to Help California Specialty Crop Companies Grow Globally
…the California Center for International Trade Development (CITD), the program is intended for export-ready California specialty crop companies that want to strengthen their international sales strategies and expand into new…
American Farm Bureau’s Bailey Corwine on Farm Policy, Mental Health, Leadership, and Agriculture’s Future
…Farm Bureau continues to invest heavily in youth leadership development through partnerships with FFA, 4-H, Agriculture Future of America, and MANRRS. Corwine’s own agricultural journey began through 4-H and FFA…
American Farm Bureau Highlights Advocacy, Mental Health, and Convention Planning
…is a sign of strength rather than weakness. The conversation also touched on youth involvement in agriculture through organizations such as FFA and 4-H. Corwine, herself a former FFA member…
Senator Schiff Pushes for Expanded Support for Specialty Crop Growers
Specialty-Crop-Research-USDA-scaled.jpg Support for specialty crop producers was a key topic during a recent discussion between California Senator Adam Schiff and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins. The conversation focused on the challenges…
Unusual Weather Patterns Reshape California Strawberry Season
…at the moment,” Bjorn said. The unusual production pattern has created varying outcomes depending on where growers are located within California. Regional Differences Define the California Strawberry Season Bjorn noted…
Pollinator Week Webinar to Highlight California Habitat Projects
…an overview from the California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Office of Agricultural Resilience and Sustainability. Participants will learn about the goals of the California Pollinator Habitat Program and how…
FFA Surpasses One Million Members: Kristy Meyer Shares Why the Future of Agriculture Is Bright
…students, educators, and supporters can learn more by visiting: Website: FFA.org Social Media: Instagram: @NationalFFA X: @NationalFFA Facebook: National FFA Organization Follow the hashtag: #NationalFFA Listen to the Full Interview…
FFA Prepares Next Generation of Agricultural Leaders Ahead of National Convention
FFA membership continues to grow across the country, surpassing one million members as the organization prepares for its 99th National FFA Convention and Expo this fall in Indianapolis. National FFA…
California Farm Bureau Highlights Growing Food Animal Veterinarian Shortage
Shannon Douglass The growing food animal veterinarian shortage in California is becoming a major concern for livestock producers and rural communities. A recent report outlined efforts by the California Farm…
Driscoll’s CEO Soren Bjorn Talks California Strawberries, Berry Innovation, Labor, Water, and the Future of Farming
…California Strawberry Season According to Bjorn, California’s strawberry season has been anything but typical. A significant heat wave in late February accelerated crop development throughout the state, only to be…
Driscoll’s CEO Says Consumer Education Key to Agriculture’s Future
Driscoll’s CEO Soren Bjorn says stronger consumer education, regulatory reform, and support for California farmers will be critical to maintaining a vibrant specialty crop industry in the years ahead. In…
California Stone Fruit Season Running Weeks Ahead of Schedule
California is the largest producer of peaches, plums and nectarines. Most are grown in the San Joaquin Valley, just south of Fresno. By David Adam Kess, via Wikimedia Commons California’s…