…efficiency would drop, and food would be twice as expensive. Safety would not improve,” Roberti explains, highlighting how modern cattle management ensures both productivity and consumer confidence. Predation, Water, and…
Sonoma County Agriculture: Challenges, Advocacy, and Community Engagement
…also launched Sonoma County Farm Fest, allowing families to experience agriculture firsthand. These programs help bridge the gap between producers and the public, fostering understanding and support for local food…
Early Spring Moves That Protect Yield in Tree Fruit and Grapes
…so well, how bare trees enable superior coverage, and which application conditions can make the biggest difference in performance. You’ll hear guidance on building an effective dormant insecticide program, including…
Americans to Eat 1.48 Billion Wings for Super Bowl LX
…one food above all others: chicken wings. According to the National Chicken Council’s (NCC) annual Chicken Wing Report, Americans are projected to consume 1.48 billion chicken wings during Super Bowl…
Dayna Ghirardelli Says Sonoma County Agriculture Is Under Constant Attack — and Still Standing
…nearly enough educating. Programs like Ag Days, Farm Fest, and school outreach events are critical to reconnecting the public with where food actually comes from — especially in a state…
Why Last Season’s Fertility Still Matters for California Tree Crops
…Dylan Rogers, Sales Account Manager for AgroLiquid, explained why post-harvest fertility programs play such a critical role in long-term production success. Rogers often reminds growers that fertility decisions are not…
Potter Valley Water Crisis: A Community Fighting for Survival
…and food systems. Many residents take grocery stores for granted without understanding the complex networks that sustain agriculture and communities. Brazil urges people to speak up: contact congressmen, write letters…
Bloom Window Nutrition: Key Considerations for California Tree Crop Growers
…a few nutrients that are widely considered industry staples. “Industry standard bloom spray nutrition is always boron and zinc,” he said, adding that most bloom programs include at least those…
Staying One Step Ahead This Season in Citrus and Almonds
…how growers can build an effective program before infections become established. Whether you are focused on citrus or almonds, this episode highlights why early action, prevention, and awareness are key…
California Wolves Push Ranchers to the Brink as Heather Hadwick Demands Action
…situation has escalated dramatically. Declining deer, elk, and antelope populations have left wolves without adequate natural food sources, pushing them closer to ranches, schools, and neighborhoods. In some areas, wolf…
Colorado Agriculture: Mining, Railroads, and Early Farms
…late 1800s changed everything. Mining strikes brought an influx of prospectors and entrepreneurs, creating an immediate need for food and supplies. Much of early Colorado agriculture developed to serve these…
Heather Hadwick Sounds the Alarm on California’s Growing Wolf Crisis
…ecosystem is dangerously out of balance. A Call to Engage Hadwick urged Californians to follow pending legislation, submit public comments, and support rural voices. “This is about food security, safety,…
California Raisins in Trouble: Kalem Barserian Warns the Industry Is Shrinking Fast
…support. Barserian said USDA has already committed to purchasing $20 million worth of raisins, and the industry is pushing for another $70 million to support school lunch and food assistance…
Potter Valley Dam Removal Threatens California Water Supply
…implications of water loss, food security, and rural survival. “This isn’t partisan,” Lands said. “Water is life. And if it can happen here, it can happen anywhere.” Potter Valley Dam…