…For Malanca, the decal represents unity and awareness: “I wanted it on every billboard on Highway 99 to let people know their food doesn’t come from a grocery store. There…
Freeman Vineyard: Organic Sonoma Wines with Global Reach
…Perfect Fit for Today’s Food Culture Freeman wines are crafted to pair with modern, health-conscious cuisine. Their high-acidity Pinot Noir and Chardonnay match well with poultry, seafood, and plant-forward meals….
California Dairy Relief, Ag Policy Battles, and a Turning Point for Farmers
…struggles to the bigger picture of national security, noting that Fresno, Tulare, and Kern counties alone produce as much agriculture as the entire nation of Ukraine. “Food security is national…
Norman Borlaug: The Father of the Green Revolution
…to advancing agricultural science and improving global food security. His groundbreaking work as an agronomist transformed farming practices, increased crop yields, and helped feed millions around the world. Norman Borlaug:…
Farming for the Future: Jake Barcellos and A-Bar Ag Enterprises
…automation, with 95% of the ranch already automated. These systems help offset labor shortages and make water use more efficient. Pest management remains a challenge, with gophers, rats, and crows…
My Job Depends on Ag: How a Grassroots Sticker Campaign Grew Into a Movement Supporting California Agriculture
…of educating the public that food doesn’t come from grocery stores—it begins with farmers who need water, land, and support to keep producing the safest, highest-quality food in the world….
California Wine Month: Sustainability, Innovation, and the Future of Wine
…this new generation—community, exploration, and a love of food—align perfectly with the culture of wine. Through initiatives like the Share Wine Co-op portal, wineries are learning how to better engage…
Native American Agriculture: Roots of U.S. Farming
…forest management to reduce wildfire risks and restore ecosystems. Floodplain Farming: Inspires regenerative agriculture that mimics natural cycles of soil renewal. Intercropping Systems: The Three Sisters model is applied in…
Don Cameron: California Ag Leadership & Challenges
Don Cameron A Farmer and Leader in California Agriculture Don Cameron, president of the California State Board of Food and Agriculture, is not only a prominent voice in policy but…
Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture: America’s First Farm Organization
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Tariffs, Trade, and Table Grapes: Richard Matoian Shares Insights on California Farming Challenges
…food on the table,” Matoian said. Pistachios, Raisins, and Grapes Matoian detailed how pistachio growers secured an anti-dumping tariff against Iran in the 1980s, a move that protected the U.S….
From Olives to Almonds: Melissa Oberti Shares Her Family’s Farming Legacy and the Struggles Facing California Growers
…and push forward. She emphasized that farmers are resilient, environmentally responsible, and vital to America’s food security. “People forget California is one of the few places in the world that…
John W. Tyson: Missouri Farmer Builds Poultry Legacy
…early venture gave him practical experience and vital connections in the Missouri poultry business. John W. Tyson: Missouri Farmer Builds Poultry Legacy During World War II, food rationing became a…
Beef on Dairy Industry Report Highlights Growth and Opportunity
…grade out well, they perform consistently, and they provide a reliable supply for the food chain,” Williams explained. He noted that beef-on-dairy cattle now make up 12 to 15 percent…