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Organic Farming, Regulation & Innovation in California
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Fourth-Generation Farming in the South Valley: An Interview with Jason Giannelli
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How Supply and Demand Shaped Early U.S. Agriculture
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Inside the World of Agricultural Shipping: A Conversation with Jeff Cox of Best Drayage
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California Table Grapes: A Strong, High-Quality Season
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Homestead Act and America’s Westward Expansion
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California Walnut Harvest 2025: Quality, Volume & Market Outlook
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Michael Jameson Reports a Rebound for California Walnuts
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California Agriculture at a Crossroads: Insights from Fresno County Farm Bureau President Ryan Jacobsen
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How Radio Transformed American Agriculture History
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Edward Ring Wraps Up: California’s Path to Prosperity Lies in Facts, Not Fear
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