…Agricultural Pioneer Henry A. Wallace’s early vision and persistence not only revolutionized corn production but also helped shape the future of farming in America and beyond. His innovations provided farmers…
Melissa Oberti on Grapes, Almonds, and Water Challenges
…wineries, while almonds are sold without contracts, leaving farmers financially stretched throughout the year. Water scarcity, pest pressures, and state regulations further complicate farming: SGMA regulations limit groundwater usage for…
Joe Del Bosque: Water, Labor, and the Fight for California Farming
…California agriculture. He also brings legislators and media outlets to his farm, ensuring decision-makers and the public see firsthand the challenges farmers face. Regulations and Farm Innovation California’s strict regulations…
California Agriculture: Fires, Wolves & Farm Labor Reform
…feature was an interview with Manuel Cunha, President of the Nisei Farmers League, who addressed farm labor shortages and immigration policy. He highlighted the bipartisan Dignity Act (H.R. 4393), introduced…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads
…operations. Instead of helping “the little guy,” many rules unintentionally drive more farms out of business. Misunderstood Farmers and Vanishing Farmland Reisinger pointed to cases like dairy producer Stephanie Moreda…
USDA Extension Service: A Legacy of Education and Support
…Education and Support America in 1914: Farming at the Center At the time of the Extension Service’s creation, farming was central to American life. More than half of the U.S….
California Agriculture: Don Cameron on Labor, Water, and Innovation
…facing California farmers today. Cameron, who also manages his own farms in the Biola area, shared expert insights from both a policy and practical farming perspective. Labor Challenges in California…
Lewis B. Schmidt and the First Agricultural History Course in America
Farm Families and the Birth of Agricultural Policy As farm families moved westward and settled across the American heartland, they were unknowingly shaping the foundation of U.S. agriculture. Their struggles,…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads: Organics Innovation and Prop 50
…over Proposition 50. Organic Farming Innovation with Wilbur Ellis Josh sat down with Gina Colfer, Sustainable Solutions Agronomy Manager at Wilbur Ellis, to talk about the future of organic farming…
Ziveli Winery: A Croatian Legacy Thrives in the Heart of California
…last decade, and government programs meant to offset these costs have been reduced. “The farm can’t support a small family anymore. You need at least a thousand acres just to…
California Farmers Struggle with Water, Labor, and Regulations
…realities of farm life—from early morning emergencies to daily business challenges. Regulatory Challenges Facing California Farmers Farmers face thousands of regulations annually, many of which impact profitability and farm succession….
Angus Bulls Introduced to America
…improve beef production in the United States. Although Grant passed away just five years later, the legacy of his vision lived on through the Angus cattle he imported. Angus Bulls…
Stanislaus County Farm Bureau: Advocacy, Education & the Future of Agriculture
…husband is a fourth-generation dairy farmer, knows firsthand the challenges and opportunities facing farmers today. “People farm because it’s the lifestyle they love, but regulatory costs have gone up nearly…
Small Wineries Under Pressure: Ziveli Winery
…four wineries that are making any money,” John admitted. The family has been forced to take on off-farm jobs to make ends meet, with John warning that small wineries often…



















