…sectors continue to face challenges ranging from fluctuating global demand and shifting trade relationships to rising production costs and economic uncertainty. As international markets remain critical to the success of…
USDA Responds to New World Screwworm Detection Near U.S. Border
…food safety risk to consumers. “The screwworm is not contagious. It does not spread directly from animals to people or from person to person, and the screwworm does not pose…
San Diego Agriculture Faces Rising Costs, Labor Challenges, and Water Concerns
…in food security, economic development, and environmental stewardship. “We all stand a better chance of thriving,” Groot said, “if we all work together.” The interview underscored a common theme heard…
San Diego Agriculture at a Crossroads: Dana Groot on Water, Regulation, Labor, and California’s Farming Future
…fourth-largest economic driver in San Diego County while supplying food, plants, jobs, and economic activity throughout the region. For Groot, protecting agriculture isn’t simply about helping farmers—it’s about preserving food…
Connie Conway: USDA Focused on Keeping California Farmers Farming
…her perspective on the challenges facing farmers today and why she believes agriculture remains the backbone of California’s economy. From federal funding programs and specialty crop support to food security,…
California Farm Bureau President Shannon Douglas Discusses Federal Support, Water Challenges, and the Future of Agriculture
…Membership opportunities are available for farmers, ranchers, business owners, students, and consumers who simply want to support California agriculture. She noted that the organization welcomes anyone who values the food,…
USDA Specialty Crop Assistance, Water Policy, and California Agriculture in Focus
…access additional international markets. Throughout the discussion, a recurring theme emerged: the belief that food production should remain a central focus of public policy. “Food security is national security,” Rollins…
Popcorn’s Remarkable Journey Through American Agricultural History
…to becoming an affordable staple during the Great Depression, popcorn has played an important role in both farming and food culture across generations. According to agricultural historian Mark Oppold, popcorn’s…
USDA Announces $1.7 Billion Relief Package for Specialty Crop Farmers During California Visit
…minimizing paperwork and bureaucratic obstacles. Food Security Is National Security Throughout the event, both Rollins and Valadao repeatedly emphasized the connection between food production and national security. Rollins argued that…
California Agriculture, Water, and Regulations Take Center Stage in AgNet News Hour Discussion
…in statewide political debates despite California producing much of the nation’s food supply. “We need leadership that understands agriculture,” Papagni said during the broadcast as the conversation shifted toward regulation,…
Steve Hilton Promises Big Changes for California Farmers, Water, and Energy Policies
…electricity, and natural gas, creating enormous financial pressure on farmers, ranchers, and food processors. He said everything from irrigation systems to transporting crops has become more expensive because of aggressive…
Chad Bianco Says California Must End Forced Policies, Expand Water Storage, and Support Agriculture
…removing barriers and supporting local food production. “California school systems will be supplied with California food and ag,” he said. “Ag, meat, poultry — everything will be California grown, California…
How Citrus Fruits Spread Across the World and Reached America
…farming serves as a reminder of how ancient crops shaped global economies and food systems. How Citrus Fruits Spread Across the World and Reached America Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester…
Chad Bianco Sounds Off on California Agriculture, Water, Energy, and the Future of the Golden State
…by criticizing recent California gubernatorial debates for ignoring farming and agriculture despite California being one of the world’s largest food producers. While climate change dominated political discussion, Bianco argued that…