…of fear and inefficiency.” He argued that the state’s obsession with climate mandates has paralyzed progress. “If we have abundant, affordable water and energy, we can adapt to any climate,”…
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…at is justified by climate change. What if climate change is just normal?” He argued that California’s leaders have built entire regulatory regimes around the premise of crisis — stifling…
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…bipartisan committee handle all redistricting as populations grew. Now, certain people feel they know better and want to manage redistricting themselves,” she said. Nanette stressed that this change could place…
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…also shape Florida’s agriculture. With 50 inches of annual rainfall, sandy soils, and high humidity, the state’s production systems differ markedly from California’s Mediterranean climate. Building Florida’s AI and AgTech…
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…regulation, farmers are trapped: “You can’t take the land to Texas or Tennessee. The government in Sacramento has you over the barrel—and it needs to change.” Water, Oil, and the…
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…common sense. California can be golden again.” Papagni and McGill agreed, calling Wagner “a steady, thoughtful voice in a noisy political climate.” Papagni added, “We need calm leaders who actually…
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…and California’s arid climate. Silva explained that California’s dryness is a competitive advantage: low rainfall helps drive higher BRIX levels, producing sweeter, more flavorful fruit. Those environmental differences are exactly…
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…Almond Production When asked whether California still has a competitive edge despite water restrictions, Toor didn’t hesitate. California’s combination of climate, soil, science, and expertise is unmatched. Australia is expanding,…
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…California agriculture strong.” The Next Generation of Ag Innovation As the conversation turned toward the future of farming, Jacobsen emphasized that the pace of change is only accelerating. “The ag…
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…with optimism for a sector balancing heritage with high-tech change. “From Ecorobotix’s Swiss precision to Hannah Johnson’s California leadership,” Papagni said, “it’s clear the next generation of agriculture is already…
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…into Nebraska, Kansas, and beyond, farmers began to change course. They discovered that corn offered a more reliable income—especially when paired with livestock production. Corn could be fed directly to…
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…wet winter — a welcome change for water storage and dormancy cycles. “Cold, wet weather is good for trees,” he said. “They’re staying dormant longer and recharging.” Next, Papagni sat…
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…mission is to “help farmers stay ahead of change through research and innovation.” Another highlight came from Raquel Gomez, agronomist for Brandt, who showcased the company’s work on micronutrients, adjuvants,…
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…agriculture 10 years down the road. That long-term vision starts with students, from elementary classrooms to university campuses. “We know agriculture is changing, and it has to change,” she said….