…to advancing agricultural science and improving global food security. His groundbreaking work as an agronomist transformed farming practices, increased crop yields, and helped feed millions around the world. Norman Borlaug:…
My Job Depends on Ag: How a Grassroots Sticker Campaign Grew Into a Movement Supporting California Agriculture
…of educating the public that food doesn’t come from grocery stores—it begins with farmers who need water, land, and support to keep producing the safest, highest-quality food in the world….
California Wine Month: Sustainability, Innovation, and the Future of Wine
…this new generation—community, exploration, and a love of food—align perfectly with the culture of wine. Through initiatives like the Share Wine Co-op portal, wineries are learning how to better engage…
Native American Agriculture: Roots of U.S. Farming
…Their techniques—ranging from controlled burns to floodplain farming—were carefully designed to ensure food security, promote biodiversity, and sustain natural resources for generations. Understanding Native American agriculture provides valuable insight into…
Don Cameron: California Ag Leadership & Challenges
Don Cameron A Farmer and Leader in California Agriculture Don Cameron, president of the California State Board of Food and Agriculture, is not only a prominent voice in policy but…
Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture: America’s First Farm Organization
…ways to improve yields, preserve soil, and secure the nation’s food supply. While many farm organizations thrive today, the very first to formally promote agriculture in the United States was…
Tariffs, Trade, and Table Grapes: Richard Matoian Shares Insights on California Farming Challenges
…food on the table,” Matoian said. Pistachios, Raisins, and Grapes Matoian detailed how pistachio growers secured an anti-dumping tariff against Iran in the 1980s, a move that protected the U.S….
From Olives to Almonds: Melissa Oberti Shares Her Family’s Farming Legacy and the Struggles Facing California Growers
…and push forward. She emphasized that farmers are resilient, environmentally responsible, and vital to America’s food security. “People forget California is one of the few places in the world that…
John W. Tyson: Missouri Farmer Builds Poultry Legacy
…early venture gave him practical experience and vital connections in the Missouri poultry business. John W. Tyson: Missouri Farmer Builds Poultry Legacy During World War II, food rationing became a…
Beef on Dairy Industry Report Highlights Growth and Opportunity
…grade out well, they perform consistently, and they provide a reliable supply for the food chain,” Williams explained. He noted that beef-on-dairy cattle now make up 12 to 15 percent…
California Ag Battles: Water, Solar, and Farmland Futures
…while farmland is proposed for solar conversion. California’s Future Food Supply at Risk As the state’s population nears 40 million, California continues to lose farmland. Papagni warned that reducing the…
Joe Del Bosque: Water, Labor, and the Fight for California Farming
…Public Awareness Del Bosque believes educating the public—especially children—is vital. From nutrition lessons in schools to FFA programs, teaching future generations where their food comes from will strengthen support for…
California Agriculture: Fires, Wolves & Farm Labor Reform
…food supply, thanks largely to immigrant labor. Citrus Greening and Global Potato Trends Rick Dantzler of the Citrus Research and Development Foundation reported promising progress in the fight against citrus…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads
…industries like trucking, creating labor shortages across the supply chain. Automation and Drones: Farming’s Future Technology offers one path forward. Papagni encouraged youth to pursue careers in agricultural automation, from…