Ryan Jacobsen

Ryan Jacobsen: California Ag’s Future Depends on Water

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California agriculture faces enormous challenges, but Fresno County Farm Bureau CEO Ryan Jacobsen remains bullish on the future. Ryan Jacobsen In a wide-ranging conversation with “The Ag Meter” Nick Papagni,…

California citrus

California Citrus Faces Trade, Labor and Water Challenges

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…industry’s future. Jacob Villagomez Villagomez grew up in Sanger, where his parents are citrus growers. After attending Fresno State and participating in the Maddy Institute’s governmental affairs program, he entered…

Enzo’s Olive Oil: Ricchiuti Family Builds on 100 Years of Farming

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…flavored oil is the Fresno chili olive oil, made using Fresno chilies grown on the family ranch and co-crushed with the olives. He recommends it on pizza, pasta, soups and…

Joe Del Bosque: Water, Labor and the Future of West Side Farming

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…of farm workers are studying agriculture at Fresno State and could return to the industry as ranch managers, pest-control advisors, human resources professionals or even farmers. As automation, drones and…

Merced College

Merced College Prepares the Next Generation of Ag Leaders

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…Jacobsen said the vision is an agriculture technology and food systems bachelor’s degree that combines advanced education with practical workforce skills. The college is working with partners including Fresno State…