California Agriculture: Don Cameron on Labor, Water, and Innovation

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Today on the AgNet NewsHour, Nick Papagni and Lorrie Boyer hosted Don Cameron, President of the California State Board of Food and Agriculture, to discuss the many challenges and opportunities…

Ziveli Winery: A Croatian Legacy Thrives in the Heart of California

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…modern production standards. Looking Ahead: Hope for the Industry Despite challenges, the Nales remain committed to winemaking. John reflected on resilience and supply-demand dynamics: “We decided a long time ago…

California Farmers Struggle with Water, Labor, and Regulations

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…help legislators understand how decisions affect food safety, local jobs, and overall community well-being. Youth programs such as FFA, 4-H, and Grange play a key role in cultivating future advocates….

Stanislaus County

Stanislaus County Farm Bureau: Advocacy, Education & the Future of Agriculture

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…for the Future of Farming While challenges remain, Genasci remains optimistic. “I believe we can make a difference. California agriculture produces over 400 commodities, and our food is among the…

Marlena Paolilli

Marlena Paolilli on Cry Baby Wine and the Future of California’s Wine Industry

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Marlena Paolilli From Italian Restaurants to California Wine Marlena Paolilli is no stranger to food, family, and tradition. Coming from one of the Central Valley’s most iconic Italian families, her…

Syngenta Vegetable Seeds

Syngenta Vegetable Seeds: Advancing Lettuce and Melon Varieties in Salinas

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…throughout the supply chain. Justin noted that field trials like Iverson, a lace-leaf variety, have shown excellent results, with growing cycles ranging from 60 to 120 days depending on temperature…

Ted Torosian

Ted Torosian Builds Custom Produce into Ag Success Story

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supplying companies like Sysco Corporation with a wide variety of fresh produce. Their ability to consolidate multiple commodities onto a single truckload makes them a preferred choice for food service…

California Farmers Under Pressure: Andrew Genasci Calls for Advocacy and Common-Sense Policy

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…line. California farmers produce the safest, healthiest food in the world, but we’re competing against imports from countries that don’t face the same restrictions.” Water, Land, and Labor Genasci highlighted…