…inputs, improving both cost-effectiveness and supply chain performance. Key Benefits for California Agriculture For California’s vast and diverse ag sector, the impact could be substantial. Growers and suppliers often depend…
Cotton, and Cotton Gin, Helped Shape American Ag Economy
…cotton became one of the nation’s most transformative crops. How Cotton Helped Shape America’s Agricultural Economy When Christopher Columbus arrived in the New World in 1492, he discovered cotton growing…
California Farm Leaders Urge Rethink of Immigration Enforcement
…throughout the state. The call comes as farm advocates highlight the critical role of immigrant labor in sustaining California’s agricultural productivity. As the nation’s top agricultural producer, California depends heavily…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-24-25
…Gary’s career has spanned over 50 years in agriculture—most of it focused on California’s $2 billion rice industry. What makes this episode truly stand out is Gary’s raw and honest…
Darren Hill: Why JD Food Buys Beef Nationwide
…company sources its beef and why the process stretches far beyond California’s borders. Darren Hill: Why JD Food Buys Beef Nationwide With over 35 years in the meat industry and…
Solar Panels, Farmland, and the Fight to Keep Farming
…of an effort to make sure that we’re healthy for the long term.” Jacobsen called California’s farmers and farmworkers “unsung heroes,” working relentlessly to deliver an unmatched bounty to the…
Blueberries Booming: Daniel Jackson on California’s Berry Surge
…in January on California’s coastal ranch, Family Tree Farms manages a near year-round blueberry harvest across California, Mexico, Peru, and now Florida. The reach is extensive—but the reason is simple:…
Netting Mandarins: A Citrus Shift at Kings River
…California citrus orchards—particularly for seedless mandarin production. Netting Mandarins: A Citrus Shift at Kings River “There’s really been a push for seedless mandarins in the industry,” Silva said. “Over the…
Educating California: Why Farming Deserves a Greater Voice
…Educating California: Why Farming Deserves a Greater Voice Bridging the Urban-Rural Divide Nick Anderson emphasized that while California’s agricultural community continues to be a pillar of innovation and sustainability, it…
Citrus and Specialty Crop Expo 2025 Welcomes California Growers
Industry Leaders Gather in Tampa for August Ag Event California citrus and specialty crop producers are invited to attend the 2025 Citrus and Specialty Crop Expo, a premier industry event…
California Farming at a Crossroads
…Jackson, leads to policy decisions that harm agriculture rather than support it. Rail Projects, Water Policy, and Vanishing Accountability Jackson highlighted the irony of California’s high-speed rail project beginning in…
Call to Prioritize California Farming Amid Environmental Controversy
…milk jugs filled with bass, catfish, and perch from places like Florida and Texas — introducing non-native fish species into California’s waterways. “We like to think trout are native to…
CDFA Expands Quarantine to Contain Pest Outbreak in Orange County
…the guidelines and follow all compliance requirements. Safeguarding California’s Agriculture California’s agriculture remains a pillar of the national food system. Rapid response efforts like this reflect CDFA’s commitment to safeguarding…
California Walnuts Launch “Feel Good” Campaign for Gen Z & Millennials
California Walnuts Rebranded for the Next Generation of Snackers DepositPhotos image California’s walnut industry is undergoing a bold transformation aimed at reconnecting with younger consumers. The California Walnut Board and…