…in developing agricultural research, teaching, and extension programs that continue to shape U.S. farming practices today. Not All Were Agricultural Schools While agriculture was the central focus for many land-grant…
Florida Citrus and Specialty Crops: Frank Giles on Challenges, Optimism, and Innovation
Florida citrus and specialty crops remain a central focus of growers, industry leaders, and policymakers, with challenges such as citrus greening, hurricanes, labor shortages, and fluctuating markets shaping the future….
Roger Isom on California Farming Challenges in 2025
…Water: The Defining Issue for California Agriculture Water access continues to dominate conversations. Isom sits on the San Joaquin Valley Water Blueprint, which seeks infrastructure funding for storage, conveyance, and…
California Pistachio Harvest 2025: Insights from Richard Kreps
…the Central Valley and the Southwest. He criticized state restrictions and the push to convert prime farmland into solar fields, warning that such policies undermine food security and waste some…
Custom Produce’s Growth Story: Ted Torosian
…the most successful companies in the Central Valley.” Today, the company operates on a 15-acre facility, handling over 80 commodities and specializing in consolidation — allowing customers to pick up…
Dairy, Family, and Football: Joseph Bakker’s Life in the Central Valley
…the Central Valley Today, Bakker operates two major dairies—Countryside Dairy, home to 4,000 Holsteins, and Back Road Ranch, milking 2,000 Jerseys. Alongside these operations, he manages about 2,000 acres of…
California Ag at a Crossroads: Syngenta’s Dale Nicol
…to protect local industries. Regulatory Pressures and Political Climate One of the central themes of the interview was the mounting regulatory burden on California farmers. From pesticide restrictions to environmental…
Inside Hanford Dairy Life with Farmer Case Anker
…a consistent and high-quality feed supply. Water Realities in the Central Valley Water remains a significant issue for farmers in Hanford. Case notes that while the quality is good, it…
Madera County Water Challenges Explained by Matt Angell
…snapshots, risking irreversible damage. Widespread Groundwater Overdraft in the Central Valley Groundwater overdraft is not unique to Madera. High overdraft areas stretch from Modesto to Bakersfield, affecting millions of acres….
California Dairy in the Spotlight: Generations of Dedication and a Future of Uncertainty
…in football at Central Valley Christian School, and how sports and farming go hand in hand in instilling strong values and work ethic. In the second half of the episode,…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 07-30-25
…the Central Valley. The episode begins with Nick reflecting on a sobering conversation he had with farmers the previous day, hard-working folks pouring 12 to 15 hours into pistachio and…
Almond Crop Surprise: Growers Navigate Higher Yields, Market Strategy
…Toor, owner of Valley Pride Ag Company, the industry’s early estimates significantly underestimated the actual production levels, leading to new considerations for marketing and export strategy. Report by Lorrie Boyer…
USDA July Cattle Report Reveals Continued Decline in Herd Size
…year, marking a 1% decrease from the previous year. This drop further supports the broader narrative of a shrinking breeding herd, which is central to long-term beef supply forecasts. When…
California Almonds & Walnuts: Sonny Toor on Markets, Tariffs, Grower Strategy
Valley Pride Ag’s Sonny Toor discusses the 2025 harvest outlook, global demand, and what California nut growers should expect. California Nut Industry Navigates Opportunity and Challenge, Says Valley Pride Ag…