…tons, harvesting earlier, and leaning into styles that resonate with modern consumers. As the industry adapts, storytelling, sustainability, and innovation remain central themes. A Toast to the Future Jordan shared…
AI, Robotics, and Innovation in California Agriculture – AgNet News Hour Christmas Special
…expertise, including plant growth regulators, fungicides, and techniques to improve almond, citrus, and grape production. From automation and robotics to innovative crop management and sustainable practices, this Christmas special highlights…
National Corn Husking Association: Preserving the Tradition of Hand-Harvested Corn
AI image created by ChatGPT A Tradition Born from Necessity From the 1920s to the 1940s, harvesting corn by hand was more than a skill—it was essential for farmers across…
Alexandra Duarte Talks Water, Agriculture, and Rural California in State Senate District 4 Race
Alexandra Duarte Alexandra Duarte, Modesto almond farmer and candidate for California State Senate District 4, joined Ag Meter to discuss her rapidly growing campaign, the challenges facing rural California, and…
AgNet News Hour: Alexandra Duarte on California Agriculture, Water Policy, and the Future of Farming
In today’s AgNet News Hour, Nick Papagni and Lori Boyer sit down with Alexandra Duarte, almond grower and candidate for California State Senate District 4, to discuss the challenges facing…
AgNet News Hour: Policy Shifts, Market Pressures, and the Future of California Almonds
…pressures, and environmental issues shaping today’s ag economy—while delivering an in-depth look at innovation and growth within the California almond industry. This episode features highlights from the Almond Board of…
SEMIOS Pheromone Technology Helps California Growers Manage Pests
…role during this season, including the Almond Conference, where SEMIOS will have its entire sales team present alongside the AgWorld team in a unified booth. These events allow SEMIOS to…
California Agriculture in Transition: Market Volatility, Almond Outlook & Feed Trends
…also provides a grounded outlook on the upcoming almond season, forecasting a more realistic 2.5–2.75 billion pounds—far below early, panic-inducing estimates. He discusses land values, long-term crop investment strategy, and…
The Future of California Farming: Insights from Nick Foglio of Foglio Commodities
…Early-season fresh hay production He predicts an early-season price standoff with slightly inflated prices followed by a normal adjustment period. Almonds: Forget the Panic — Foglio Predicts 2.5–2.75 Billion Pounds…
Faith, Farming, and the Future: Dan Janzen at the Organic Growers Summit
…related to emissions and environmental policy. He argued that many of today’s regulatory frameworks are influenced by alarmism rather than grounded scientific evaluation. Dan shared research discussions with paleoclimatologists and…
Land IQ Insights: Mapping California Crops for Smarter Ag Decisions
…replacing speculation with verified data. The firm also maps almonds, walnuts, pistachios, prunes, avocados, and other crops, tracking acreage, crop age, removals, and new plantings. This information supports both production…
A Conversation with Nicholas “Nick” Karavidas: A Winemaker’s Journey and Today’s Global Wine Challenges
…100,000 acres of vineyards in recent years. Much of the replanting will focus on architectures compatible with robotics and mechanization. Mechanical harvesting has become so advanced, Karavidas noted, that fruit…
Inside Today’s Wine Market: A Deep-Dive Conversation with Veteran Winemaker Nick Karavidas
…years. Automation: The Next Great Wine Revolution Karavidas predicts sweeping changes, including: Robotics in vineyards Mechanical pruning & pre-pruning Unmanned tractors Advanced mechanical harvesting Automated pump-overs Rotary screen systems for…
The Future of California Agriculture: Water, Utilities, and Advocacy Insights from Roger Isom
…tree nuts and cotton. Mild weather helped boost almond production to 2.5–3 billion pounds, and pistachios saw record-breaking harvests. Yet rising operating and input costs continue to outpace commodity prices,…