…the sap from the xylem tissue of a vine. Reyes Garcia III, USDA Agricultural Research Service, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons A recent report is raising concerns for California’s grape…
USDA Rural Development Highlights Water, Infrastructure, and Economic Growth in California’s Central Valley
…farmers, dairy producers, and rural residents remains a top priority. Water Infrastructure Remains a Critical Issue One of the central topics of the discussion was water. For California agriculture, water…
San Diego Agriculture at a Crossroads: Dana Groot on Water, Regulation, Labor, and California’s Farming Future
…production in other regions and remains a major concern throughout California. Meanwhile, strawberry growers face emerging fungal pathogens, while ornamental producers constantly monitor for invasive pests arriving from other parts…
USDA Officials Highlight Water, Rural Development, and Specialty Crop Support in California
…Groot. The discussions focused on water infrastructure, rural economic development, specialty crop agriculture, and the challenges facing farmers throughout California. Fresh off a visit to California by U.S. Agriculture Secretary…
Trails to the West: The Hidden Routes That Shaped American Agriculture
For many Americans, the story of westward expansion begins with the famous Oregon, California, and Santa Fe Trails. These historic routes helped thousands of settlers move westward in search of…
Connie Conway: USDA Focused on Keeping California Farmers Farming
Connie Conway California Agriculture Faces Growing Challenges—But Is Washington Finally Listening? California farmers are battling rising costs, burdensome regulations, water uncertainty, and increasing pressure from policies that many believe threaten…
California Farm Bureau President Shannon Douglas Discusses Federal Support, Water Challenges, and the Future of Agriculture
…key goals of the visit was to ensure that the voices of California’s specialty crop producers are being heard in Washington, D.C. California agriculture is unique compared to many other…
USDA Specialty Crop Assistance, Water Policy, and California Agriculture in Focus
California agriculture received significant attention during a recent visit from U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, who announced nearly $1.7 billion in federal assistance for specialty crop producers while emphasizing the…
Popcorn’s Remarkable Journey Through American Agricultural History
…an important specialty crop within American agriculture. The United States continues to be one of the world’s leading popcorn producers, with states such as Indiana, Nebraska, Illinois, and Iowa playing…
USDA Announces $1.7 Billion Relief Package for Specialty Crop Farmers During California Visit
Secretary Brooke Rollins Unveils New Assistance Program for Specialty Crop Producers in the San Joaquin Valley Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins (right) with “the Ag Meter” California agriculture took center stage…
Fifth-Generation Farmer David Collenberg Enters California Lieutenant Governor Race
…over excessive regulations, rising fuel prices, water restrictions, and government overreach targeting California agriculture. He said agencies such as the California Air Resources Board and State Water Resources Control Board…
California Agriculture, Water, and Regulations Take Center Stage in AgNet News Hour Discussion
…of working Californians, particularly in rural communities and the agricultural sector. Collenberg said agriculture has become one of the clearest examples of California’s broader affordability and regulatory problems. “When people…
Steve Hilton Promises Big Changes for California Farmers, Water, and Energy Policies
Steve Hilton (right) with “the Ag Meter” California gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton joined “The Ag Meter” Nick Papagni for an energetic and wide-ranging interview focused on the future of California…
Steve Hilton Calls for Major Changes to California Water, Energy, and Agriculture Policies
The AgNet News Hour featured California gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton in a wide-ranging interview focused on agriculture, water policy, energy costs, regulations, and the future direction of the state ahead…