…operations still rely heavily on workers for quality control, food safety, and logistics. Beyond labor, growers are also dealing with rising costs tied to compliance and regulation. Food safety requirements…
California Cherries 2026: Bigger Crop, Earlier Season, New Challenges
…Jameson of Morada Produce to break down everything from weather impacts and crop size to global markets and rising costs. A Strong Rebound After a Tough 2025 Last year was…
California Citrus Outlook 2026: Growth, Challenges & Opportunity
…Kings River Packing continues to build momentum as a multi-generational, family-driven operation. With expanded acreage, strategic acquisitions, and a growing footprint in both domestic and global markets, the company is…
From Southeast Asia to U.S. Groves: The Journey of Citrus
…for ancient elites is now an everyday essential enjoyed worldwide. As Mark Oppold reminds us, even the most common foods have deep and global histories—connecting today’s farms to thousands of…
World Ag Expo 2026: Inside the Success with Megan Lausten
…to teach that.” Supporting Communities Through Food One of the most unique—and delicious—aspects of the World Ag Expo is its food. All food booths are operated by local nonprofit organizations,…
Clovis Rodeo and World Ag Expo Highlight Strength of Ag Community and Industry Events
…2026 event brought together more than 1,200 exhibitors, nearly 100,000 attendees, and participants from over 80 countries, reflecting the global importance of agriculture and ag technology. “We have about 25…
Sweet Beginnings: How Candy Grew from American Agriculture
…so on the backs of hardworking farm families who cultivated the land and produced the food that sustained communities. But agriculture’s impact extended beyond feeding the population. Crops like corn…
Secretary of the California Department of Food and Agriculture
…to lead in global food production. Ross encouraged industry participation in initiatives like California Grown and engagement with the California Department of Food and Agriculture to strengthen the agricultural ecosystem….
From Dairy to Leadership: Inside Tulare County Agriculture
…highlights something deeper: Tulare County’s role as a global food producer. America’s Dairy Powerhouse Tulare County isn’t just big—it’s essential. As the largest dairy-producing county in the United States, it…
Livestock Legacy to Corn Innovation: The Story of Eugene Funk
…Funk can still be seen in modern seed technology and hybrid crop development—cornerstones of global food production. Livestock Legacy to Corn Innovation: The Story of Eugene Funk Sponsored Content CIR…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads: Insights from Ryan Jacobsen at Fresno State
…acknowledged that regulation plays an essential role in ensuring one of the safest food supplies in the world, he stressed that overregulation is the real problem. He pointed to several…
California Ag Faces Rising Costs and Political Crossroads as Governor Race Heats Up
…growing concern, driven in part by global supply disruptions and shipping challenges. “We’re going to continue to see fertilizer prices rise… it’s impacting pricing and our ag industry for sure,”…
California Governor Debate Highlights Sharp Divide on Energy, Water, and Farm Regulations
…a broader debate over affordability versus long-term sustainability. Food prices were another major topic, with candidates acknowledging that rising input costs, especially energy and regulation, are driving higher grocery bills…
California Ag Leaders Push for Policy Change and Representation at Governor Debate
…regulation. While acknowledging that some level of oversight is necessary to maintain food safety, Jacobson warned that excessive regulation continues to burden farmers and rural communities. “Regulation makes our food…