…and complex regulatory environment, offers valuable lessons for the broader agricultural community. As he pointed out, issues such as labor and water challenges in California are becoming more common across…
Voices of the Valley: The Next Generation of Ag Leaders
…these emerging voices are navigating an industry influenced by climate change and the need for sustainability, water and labor shortages and advancements in agtech. We explore the California Agricultural Leadership…
IFPA Policy Retreat Charts Course for Advocacy in 2025
…Freytag, Political Advisory Committee chair and executive vice president at Crunch Pak, LLC. “Government actions and legislation has an immense impact on the industry,” said Freytag. “Building relationships and sharing…
Grant to Support Climate-Smart Cotton Research
Farmer controls drone with a tablet. Smart farming and precision agriculture. By Scharfsinn/DepositPhotos image A recent grant award from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will help to support climate-smart…
Addressing Farm Labor Challenges Through Technology
…to address some of the short and long-term labor challenges in farming. Chief Innovation Officer for UC Agriculture and Natural Resources, Gabe Youtsey, said addressing labor issues requires a multifaceted…
AgNet News Hour, Thursday, 09-19-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show addressing farm labor challenges through technology. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen…
Economic Template and AgTech Assist Platform from Western Growers
…German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook Sponsored Content Gut Health for Baby Calves: Why Prebiotics and Probiotics Matter More Than Ever August 5, 2025 Purina Podcast:…
California Dairy Industry Adapts to Challenges with Efficiency Improvements
In a panel reviewing the economic and societal changes impacting agricultural production, Geoffrey Vanden Heuvel with the Milk Producers Council highlighted the state of the California dairy industry. As a…
Preliminary Injunction Against DOL Rule Allowing H-2A Workers to Unionize
…by the Southeastern Legal Foundation on behalf of various agricultural organizations and 17 states, halts the DOL’s rule, which was set to take effect. The National Council of Agricultural Employers…
California Wine Industry Facing Several Challenges
Jeff Bitter of Allied Grape Growers was on a panel at a recent California Department of Food and Agriculture meeting highlighting some of the challenges for growers in the state….
California Contributes The Most to Total U.S. Farm Expenditures
Figures from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) show that California contributed the most to overall American farm expenditures last year. USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service reports that farm production…
Almond Update: Ag Business Approaches to Overcome Challenges
…your water and how are you managing your labor? Everything else is out of your control,” said Athwal. Labor costs and shortages also pose significant ag business challenges. Athwal explained…
Unique Pumpkin Varieties Mark the Beginning of the Fall Season
…Labor Day weekend, and then in full swing by October. Acreage dedicated to pumpkin cultivation this year remains consistent with last year’s, he added. As the company’s watermelon season comes…
AgNet News Hour, Monday, 08-05-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show highlights how California ag labor rates stack up against other specialty crop states and…