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Small Wineries Under Pressure: Ziveli Winery
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California Wine Faces a Generational Challenge: Marlena Paolilli
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Founding Fathers, Farming, and the Rise of Agricultural Education
Leaders Who Were Farmers First In 1776, the successful leaders who helped shape the new nation were also among its most accomplished farmers. George Washington and Thomas Jefferson stand out…
Marlena Paolilli on Cry Baby Wine and the Future of California’s Wine Industry
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Ted Torosian Builds Custom Produce into Ag Success Story
…his partners, the company continues to grow, adapt, and serve farmers, distributors, and consumers with the same commitment that started it all—hard work, integrity, and a passion for produce. Sponsored…
Rachel Nettleton Leads Kern County Farm Bureau
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Florida FFA Leaders Share Their Passion for Agriculture at Specialty Crop Expo
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Freight Safety and Dairy Market Pressures: Nick Folio
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California Trucking Rules Under Fire: EPA Pushback
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Future Leaders Shine at Florida FFA
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Stanislaus Farm Bureau Leads in Advocacy and Education: Anna Genasci
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The Birth of the USDA and Land-Grant Universities
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Midland Tractor: John Deere Dealer Powering California Farmers with Innovation and Service
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