…led to initiatives like the Rural Roads and Markets Act and efforts to fund projects such as raising Shasta Dam. These were made possible through bipartisan cooperation, with local congressmen…
Shannon Douglas: Leading California Agriculture Through Opportunity and Challenge
…almond exports to dairy markets. Meanwhile, the Farm Bill shapes crop insurance, conservation programs, and rural development. “We’re making sure we’re at the table in Washington,” Douglas said. “If we’re…
California Farm Bureau’s Shannon Douglas Tackles Prop 50, Farm Bill, and the Future of Farming
…depend on international markets. The Farm Bill – Current versions overlook specialty crops and need to better support healthy food programs. She also raised alarm over Proposition 50, which she…
Beef Supply Shortages and Meat Prices: Darren Hill of JD Food
…a healthier option, while grain-fed offers richer marbling and stronger flavor. Hill emphasized that both products serve distinct markets and that the choice ultimately comes down to consumer preference. JD…
California Almond Harvest 2025: Prices and Yields
…fair markets and reliable water supplies to continue producing the safest and most abundant food in the world. In a year defined by both challenges and resilience, the almond industry…
Freeman Vineyard: Organic Sonoma Wines with Global Reach
…come from direct channels, which grew by 7% this year. International markets: About 25% of sales come from overseas, with strong demand in Japan, Singapore, and across 15 countries. Wholesale:…
Farming for the Future: Jake Barcellos and A-Bar Ag Enterprises
…and fresh tomatoes Niche crops such as asparagus, garlic, and onions Barcellos notes that crops like asparagus are a difficult but important niche, dependent on fluctuating markets and competition from…
Big News for Dairy and Almond Growers: USDA Announces $1 Billion Relief Program, Almond Yields Down
…of over 2,000. That decline is already strengthening prices, with growers seeing firmer markets and the possibility of hitting $3 per pound by spring. Malanka also broke down the quality…
John W. Tyson: Missouri Farmer Builds Poultry Legacy
…at the right time. In southern Missouri, a young farmer—John W. Tyson—recognized a chance to deliver chickens to larger metropolitan markets across the Midwest. While many struggled to survive, this…
California Agriculture: Fires, Wolves & Farm Labor Reform
…Between 2019 and 2024, China and India moved from net importers to exporters of frozen fries and processed potato products, expanding markets into Asia and the Middle East. Criminal Provisions…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads
…domestic markets. He called for smarter, commodity-specific trade negotiations, ensuring imports meet the same standards as U.S. products while protecting critical markets like raisins, beef, and tomatoes. Lessons from the…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads: Organics Innovation and Prop 50
…inputs together. While markets for organics are strong, the costs of production continue to rise, making new tools like TerraLux crucial for growers looking to stay competitive. Assemblyman David Tangipa…
Family Tree Farms on Quality and Water: Daniel Jackson
…which face higher costs to enter China. That creates obstacles but also opportunities: “Challenges create opportunities for us. You look for other markets, develop other markets, and get stronger in…
California Wine Faces a Generational Challenge: Marlena Paolilli
…bridge the gap, Cry Baby Wine is pursuing new products like CBD-infused and non-alcoholic wines aimed at younger demographics. Paolilli also stressed the importance of direct engagement—from farmers’ markets to…