…Genasci pointed to overregulation. From water restrictions and burn bans to mounting labor costs and overtime rules, he says Sacramento continues to push policies that squeeze family farms. “You’ve got legislators…
Kern County’s Agriculture Advocate: Rachel Nettleton
…so important to have those in-person conversations to expand on why we need them to fight for our agriculture community,” she said. Looking Forward From water access and regulations to…
Dale Nicol on Syngenta, Farming Challenges, and Feeding the World
…in solutions such as biological soil treatments from Valagro (now Syngenta Biologicals) that improve water penetration and retention—an essential tool in a state with chronic water shortages. But farming today…
Roger Isom on California Farming Challenges in 2025
…Water: The Defining Issue for California Agriculture Water access continues to dominate conversations. Isom sits on the San Joaquin Valley Water Blueprint, which seeks infrastructure funding for storage, conveyance, and…
California Pistachio Harvest 2025: Insights from Richard Kreps
…In addition, crows have been poking holes in drip lines, compounding water waste and repair costs. Innovative solutions, such as water additives to deter chewing, are being explored. Water, Energy,…
Dairy, Family, and Football: Joseph Bakker’s Life in the Central Valley
…to sustain both corn and wheat. Yet Joseph remains optimistic, believing that efficiency and smart resource management can help farmers adjust. Water: California’s Biggest Agricultural Challenge Bakker calls water “the…
California Farming Voices: Case Anker and Stan Nelson
…of technology in agriculture, from precision spray systems to emerging autonomous tractor solutions. He emphasizes the industry’s reliance on water, noting that reliable supply and storage are essential not only…
Fires to Food Security: Elaine Collotti Outlines Bold Plan for California Agriculture
…planned presence in California—including new legal representation—could uncover mismanagement of funds and bring accountability. Water, Labor, and Immigration Solutions Water policy remains a flashpoint for California agriculture. Collotti criticized the…
Inside Hanford Dairy Life with Farmer Case Anker
…a consistent and high-quality feed supply. Water Realities in the Central Valley Water remains a significant issue for farmers in Hanford. Case notes that while the quality is good, it…
Fighting for California Agriculture: Rich Kreps
…State, from water and labor to policy reform and the future of farming. Kreps, a longtime advocate for California farmers, stressed that agriculture is at a critical juncture. He pointed…
Madera County Water Challenges Explained by Matt Angell
…The Challenge of Water Storage and Allocation When asked about increasing water storage and gaining political support for agriculture, Angell highlights the complexity behind water flows in California. For example,…
Freight, Labor, and Water: Roger Isom Unpacks the Big Challenges
…the California Cotton Ginners and Growers Association. From labor policy to freight and water infrastructure, Isom doesn’t hold back in explaining what’s holding California agriculture back and what might just…
Marietta, Ohio: First Settlement of the Northwest Territory
…soil, dense forests, and abundant water sources—ideal conditions for establishing an agricultural economy that would become the backbone of future Midwestern states. Laying the Groundwork for Further Expansion The success…
Minturn Nut’s Darren Rigg Talks Almond Industry
…extreme heat and reduced farm inputs. This year’s mild spring and summer should improve quality, yield, and marketability. New plantings are slowing, and water restrictions under the Sustainable Groundwater Management…