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
…nut production, agricultural economics, and why he believes the future of California farming depends on the decisions being made today. If you care about agriculture, food security, California water, or…
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…
The Rise and Consolidation of Oliver Farm Equipment
…company’s history by forming the Oliver Farm Corporation. The company continued to build on the strong reputation established by earlier generations, producing tractors and farm equipment that earned the trust…
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
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…
From Chilled Plows to Tractors: The Legacy of Oliver Farm Equipment
…filled with innovators whose inventions helped farmers work more efficiently and productively. Among those pioneers was James Oliver, a name that became synonymous with quality farm equipment and helped shape…
Senate Farm Bill Draft Advances with New Support for Agriculture
…draft released by Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman John Boozman and the priorities it addresses for farmers and ranchers. Brian Glenn, Director of Government Affairs for the American Farm Bureau Federation…
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…
Roger Isom Calls for Water Investment, Regulatory Reform, and Voter Engagement
…agricultural organizations are monitoring while encouraging Californians to become more engaged in the political process. Isom said one of agriculture’s greatest opportunities is the renewed federal focus on California water…