…and McGill underscored the broader takeaway: California cannot claim to value sustainability while dismantling the very farms that produce local, organic food. As Moreda-Arend put it, protecting small family dairies…
Dayna Ghirardelli Says Sonoma County Agriculture Is Under Constant Attack — and Still Standing
…dairies and poultry operations despite strong local voter support for agriculture. “It’s another day in agriculture in Sonoma County,” she said. “And it never slows down.” A major focus of…
Milk Is Back: Health Benefits, Kids, and California Dairy
…dairy industry is largely family-run and a national leader in climate-smart practices and sustainability. California dairies focus on energy efficiency, innovation, animal welfare, and environmental stewardship while producing high-quality milk….
The Future of California Farming: Insights from Nick Foglio of Foglio Commodities
…commodity and silage prices. While last year the Central Valley was flooded with hay from the Northwest, this year that supply hasn’t arrived — yet. Dairies currently have leverage due…
Navigating Agriculture’s Crossroads: Insights from Nick Foglio
…2025 hay market, where soft commodity prices and oversupply have shaped the season. Favorable canola and soybean meal pricing allowed dairies to supplement feed at reduced costs, while wet winters…
Inside Butte County Agriculture: Education, Community, and Critical Issues
…one of those who did grow up in the industry. She was raised on a dairy. Both grandfathers were dairy producers. Her father spent his whole life working in dairies….
Fourth-Generation Farming in the South Valley: An Interview with Jason Giannelli
…and Kings Counties. Managing approximately 30,000 acres, his work ensures that local dairies are well-supported while maintaining a commitment to sustainable farming practices. Fourth-Generation Farming in the South Valley: An…
Jason Gianelli: Water, Labor, and the Future of Farming in the South Valley
…“But you still need eyes on the ground. I’ll never stop checking fields with a shovel.” He also emphasized the role of dairy innovation, calling California dairies “one of the…
Kings County Farm Bureau Takes on State Water Board Over Groundwater Rights
…advanced technology—from drones to autonomous tractors to sophisticated electronic systems. Keeping students engaged ensures a strong future workforce and informed community. The Reality of Modern Dairies While dairy remains a…
California Dairy Relief, Ag Policy Battles, and a Turning Point for Farmers
…pricing has slumped in recent weeks. With dairies lining Highway 99 and beyond, this aid could not come at a more important time for California producers. Assemblyman David Tangipa joined…
Stanislaus County Farm Bureau: Advocacy, Education & the Future of Agriculture
…example is the rise of robotic dairies, which reduce labor needs while creating higher-paying, technical jobs. Advocacy in a Challenging Political Climate California’s farmers face constant pressure from water regulations,…
Stanislaus Farm Bureau Leads in Advocacy and Education: Anna Genasci
…agriculture,” she explained. With technology playing a larger role in dairies, orchards, and row crops, Genasci believes that modern farming offers a place for every interest—from robotics to environmental science….
Dairy, Family, and Football: Joseph Bakker’s Life in the Central Valley
…the Central Valley Today, Bakker operates two major dairies—Countryside Dairy, home to 4,000 Holsteins, and Back Road Ranch, milking 2,000 Jerseys. Alongside these operations, he manages about 2,000 acres of…
California Farming Voices: Case Anker and Stan Nelson
California Farming Voices: On today’s AgNet News Hour, host Nick Papagni and co-host Josh McGill take listeners on a tour of California agriculture, from the dairies of Hanford to the…