…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
Celebrating California’s Global Role in Wine California continues to lead the U.S. wine industry, producing an impressive 81% of all U.S. wine. With more than 6,200 wineries and 5,900 growers…
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
…to discuss challenges facing American agriculture, from soil health to global food security. Its longevity makes it not only the first agricultural society in America but also one of the…
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….
California Wine Month Highlights Sustainability and Innovation: Julie Berge of the Wine Institute Shares Industry Outlook
…her enthusiasm for an industry steeped in tradition yet looking boldly toward the future. California’s Global Wine Standing Berge highlighted the scale of California’s contribution to the global wine market….
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
…solar projects. Farmers argue prime soils should remain dedicated to food production, not power generation. Even within farm groups such as the California Farm Bureau and local county bureaus, divisions…
Melissa Oberti on Grapes, Almonds, and Water Challenges
…highlight the critical issues facing California farmers today—from water scarcity and high-speed rail disruptions to labor costs and global competition. “The first priority should be water,” Melissa concludes. “Without it,…
Immigration Reform and Ag Labor: Manuel Cunha on the Dignity Act
…it impacts agriculture. With labor shortages, guest worker challenges, and border security concerns affecting farms across California, Cunha emphasizes the importance of H.R. 4393, the Dignity Act. Immigration Reform and…
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…