Van Groningen

Van Groningen & Sons: A Century of California Farming

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…areas of the business—it keeps things harmonious.” A Year-Round Commitment to Farming Van Groningen & Sons cultivates an impressive range of crops—watermelons, pumpkins, honeydews, cantaloupes, sweet corn, squash, almonds, walnuts,…

Verdant Robotics and Van Groningen & Sons Showcase Innovation and Tradition on AgNet News Hour

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…family tradition with Brian Van Groningen of Van Groningen & Sons in Manteca. The fourth-generation farmer talked about his family’s 100-year legacy growing watermelons, cantaloupes, honeydews, sweet corn, and pumpkins…

California Agriculture: Fires, Wolves & Farm Labor Reform

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…food supply, thanks largely to immigrant labor. Citrus Greening and Global Potato Trends Rick Dantzler of the Citrus Research and Development Foundation reported promising progress in the fight against citrus…

Ziveli Winery: A Croatian Legacy Thrives in the Heart of California

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Sweet wines and approachable blends can serve as entry points for new drinkers. John recommends starting with wines that match the preferences of the consumer: “We pull all the sweet

Florida Citrus and Specialty Crops: Frank Giles on Challenges, Optimism, and Innovation

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…are providing critical support. Specialty crop growers beyond citrus have faced pressure from low prices and rising input costs, but Florida’s crop diversity—from tomatoes and sweet corn to blueberries and…

AgNet News Hour: Citrus Expo Preview, USDA Snap Crackdown, and Chad Bianco’s Bold Vision for California Ag

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…crop producer, from tree fruit and cucurbits to tomatoes, melons, and sweet corn. With CEU credits, a “specialty crop power panel,” and free grower meals—including a Thursday brunch that’s already…