…State Michigan also has a significant dairy sector, ranking sixth in the nation for milk production. Dairy farming contributes substantially to the state’s agricultural economy and supports thousands of jobs,…
California Walnuts Gain Momentum as Robert Verloop Sees a Turning Point for Growers
…a corner — both at home and abroad. Verloop opened with a reminder of California’s dominance in walnuts. Nearly 99 percent of U.S. walnuts are grown in California, and roughly…
Matching Nutrient Demand Curves Improves Efficiency and Nut Quality
Matching Nutrient Demand Curves: Proper timing is one of the most important factors in building an efficient and effective fertility program for California tree crops. In today’s Agronomic Minute, Dylan…
John Holmes and the Birth of Agricultural Education
…of agricultural leadership and innovation. This role allowed him to see the growing demand for structured agricultural education and the benefits it could bring to farmers and the broader economy….
Jeff Aiello Says California’s Wolf and Water Crises Are Symptoms of Broken Environmental Policy
…into conflict with people. Aiello contrasted California’s approach with Canada and other western states, where lethal control is part of responsible wolf management. “When a pack learns cattle are dangerous,…
World Ag Expo 2026 Returns to Tulare With Global Innovation, Education, and Community Impact
…the International Year of the Woman Farmer. On Tuesday, the pavilion will host a networking event in partnership with the California Department of Food and Agriculture and California Grown, featuring…
Zone-Based Nutrition Helps Tree Crop Growers Fine-Tune Fertility Programs
As California growers look for ways to improve efficiency and manage input costs, zone-based nutrition is becoming an increasingly valuable tool in permanent crops. In today’s Agronomic Minute, Dylan Rogers,…
World Ag Expo Countdown Begins as Megan Lausten Previews the Biggest Farm Show on Earth
…management to safety, succession planning, and emerging ag technology. She also spotlighted the Women’s Conference Pavilion, which returns this year with networking events, cooking demonstrations using California Grown products, and…
Making Smart Fertility Adjustments Without Losing Sight of the Long Term
Adjusting fertility programs is a normal part of managing California tree crops—but knowing when to make changes and when to stay steady can make a big difference in long-term production….
Rick Roberti Calls on Californians to Get Involved as Cattle Industry Faces a Crossroads
The February 3 edition of the AgNet News Hour wrapped up a powerful three-part interview series with Rick Roberti, President of the California Cattlemen’s Association, as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill explored what lies ahead for California…
Post-Bloom Nutrition: Setting Today’s Crop and Preparing for Next Year
Post-Bloom Nutrition: As California tree crops move out of bloom and into early fruit development, nutrition strategies shift toward supporting crop set, nut fill, and long-term orchard health. In a…
Rick Roberti California Cattle Threats: Wolves, Water, and Workforce
…sense — and the consequences are already showing. Roberti explained that California’s wolf problem has moved well beyond theory and into daily reality. In regions like Sierra Valley, ranchers documented…
California Cattle Challenges & Opportunities: Insights from Rick Roberti
Rick Roberti President, California Cattlemen’s Association California Cattle Industry Faces Unprecedented Challenges California ranchers are navigating a complex landscape of predation, water management, urban expansion, and political pressures. Rick Roberti,…
Spring Fertigation Strategies to Improve Efficiency in Tree Crops
As irrigation systems come back online in the spring, California tree crop growers have an important opportunity to fine-tune their fertility programs. In a recent Agronomic Minute, Dylan Rogers, Sales…