Jake Barcellos

Farming for the Future: Jake Barcellos and A-Bar Ag Enterprises

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…California agriculture strong. Barcellos is also passionate about education, supporting FFA programs and currently participating in the California Ag Leadership Program, Class 54, to strengthen his role as an advocate…

Don Cameron

Don Cameron: California Ag Leadership & Challenges

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…compete against cheaper imports from Mexico, Chile, and other countries. Abandoned Orchards, Pests, and Community Impact Economic stress has already forced some growers to abandon orchards and vineyards, especially on…

Joe Del Bosque

Joe Del Bosque: Water, Labor, and the Fight for California Farming

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…elements that exploit vulnerable laborers. Del Bosque argues that Mexico is ready to collaborate, but the U.S. must establish an ongoing, fair program to ensure workforce stability. Competing With Imports…

California Agriculture: Fires, Wolves & Farm Labor Reform

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…and New Mexico Cattle Growers Associations, and the Public Lands Council. Tom Patterson, President-elect of the New Mexico Cattle Growers Association, testified that wolf populations have shifted from a livestock…

California Agriculture at a Crossroads

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…politics did not keep both sides entrenched. Education, FFA, and Generational Shifts Agricultural education programs like FFA play a vital role in reconnecting youth to farming. Boyer noted that membership…

California Agriculture: Don Cameron on Labor, Water, and Innovation

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…Global Agriculture Cameron addressed how California farmers face challenges from cheaper imports from countries like Mexico and Brazil. While international labor costs are lower, California farms provide higher wages, better…

California Farmers Struggle with Water, Labor, and Regulations

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…help legislators understand how decisions affect food safety, local jobs, and overall community well-being. Youth programs such as FFA, 4-H, and Grange play a key role in cultivating future advocates….

Syngenta Vegetable Seeds

Syngenta Vegetable Seeds: Advancing Lettuce and Melon Varieties in Salinas

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…insights into agronomic durability and flavor preferences. Sonja emphasized, “Whether it’s red or yellow flesh watermelon, or varieties suited to international markets like Australia, Mexico, and Europe, we’re continually adapting…

Florida FFA

Florida FFA Leaders Share Their Passion for Agriculture at Specialty Crop Expo

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…and FFA members share a sense of unity and purpose. Why Employers Value FFA Members The conversation also highlighted how valuable FFA members are in the workforce. Their leadership, communication,…

Future Leaders Shine at Florida FFA

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…highlighting how FFA unites students from aquaculture to forestry under one mission: supporting the world through farming. Host Nick Papagni noted that employers should take notice: “If FFA is on…

Midland Tractor

Midland Tractor: John Deere Dealer Powering California Farmers with Innovation and Service

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…agreements with countries like Canada and Mexico could improve conditions. “I think we have more buying power and more control than the world may recognize,” he said. Innovation on the…

California Farmers Under Pressure: Andrew Genasci Calls for Advocacy and Common-Sense Policy

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…also sees education as key, especially for future generations. Through scholarships, FFA, and 4-H, Farm Bureau works to connect youth with agriculture. “They may not all stay in farming, but…