California Agriculture: Fires, Wolves & Farm Labor Reform

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…feature was an interview with Manuel Cunha, President of the Nisei Farmers League, who addressed farm labor shortages and immigration policy. He highlighted the bipartisan Dignity Act (H.R. 4393), introduced…

forest management

The Roots of U.S. Forest Management

DanAmerican Agriculture History Minute, Forestry, This Land of Ours, USDA

…made in the late 1800s set the stage for the U.S. Forest Service and broader conservation efforts that continue to this day. What began as small steps within the USDA…

California Agriculture at a Crossroads

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…operations. Instead of helping “the little guy,” many rules unintentionally drive more farms out of business. Misunderstood Farmers and Vanishing Farmland Reisinger pointed to cases like dairy producer Stephanie Moreda…

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

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…last decade, and government programs meant to offset these costs have been reduced. “The farm can’t support a small family anymore. You need at least a thousand acres just to…

California Farmers Struggle with Water, Labor, and Regulations

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…realities of farm life—from early morning emergencies to daily business challenges. Regulatory Challenges Facing California Farmers Farmers face thousands of regulations annually, many of which impact profitability and farm succession….

Stanislaus County

Stanislaus County Farm Bureau: Advocacy, Education & the Future of Agriculture

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…on advocacy, member services, and community education. “Our role is to keep farming, ranching, and dairying in front of decision makers in Sacramento and locally,” Genasci explained. Stanislaus County Farm…

Syngenta Vegetable Seeds

Syngenta Vegetable Seeds: Advancing Lettuce and Melon Varieties in Salinas

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…product specialists. These interactions help refine seed varieties and support solutions that meet the specific needs of individual farms. “Local trials allow us to test varieties for growers’ unique challenges,”…

Ted Torosian

Ted Torosian Builds Custom Produce into Ag Success Story

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…and consolidation services for produce. Custom packaging and labeling for clients, including their own well-known “Fat Boy” label. Year-round produce availability, with peak operations in the summer. Food service partnerships,…

Florida FFA

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

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…to pursue a career in agricultural law. “FFA was the foundation of my love and passion for agriculture,” she explained. Agriculture Beyond the Farm Hope Storter, Florida FFA State President,…

Freight Safety and Dairy Market Pressures: Nick Folio

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…counter what they described as California’s regulatory “twilight zone.” The EPA has moved to block the state from imposing trucking rules on out-of-state carriers, while the USDA has announced efficiency…