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California Agriculture: Water, Crop Markets & 2025 Outlook
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Inside Today’s Wine Market: A Deep-Dive Conversation with Veteran Winemaker Nick Karavidas
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The Future of California Agriculture: Water, Utilities, and Advocacy Insights from Roger Isom
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John Duarte on California’s Future: Agriculture, Leadership & Change
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