…more efficient. Instead of forcing growers to choose between hauling grain, repairing equipment, or scouting fields, SOLIX handles foundational agronomic tasks so growers can focus on higher-value work. This shift,…
Solinftec’s Taylor Wetli Talks Solar Robotics and the Future of Smart Farming
…Growers can focus on higher-level decisions instead of spending time on repetitive field tasks.” The SOLIX system also collects valuable agronomic data, measuring crop height, stand count, and row spacing, while continuously scanning…
Inside the World of Agricultural Shipping: A Conversation with Jeff Cox of Best Drayage
…more to avoid costly headaches that come from unreliable haulers focused solely on low prices. Why California Agriculture Demands a Higher Standard Cox and the Ag Meter host also touched…
Early American Farmers and the Lost Art of Soil Stewardship
…practices such as: Crop rotation to restore nutrients Conservation tillage to prevent erosion Cover cropping to protect topsoil Precision agriculture to optimize inputs and minimize waste These modern techniques reflect…
Inside FIRA USA 2025: California’s AgTech Future
…higher-quality, and more technical. New technologies create opportunities for workers to lead teams, operate robots, integrate new tools into farm operations, and take on advanced responsibilities within their organizations. Launch…
California Table Grapes: A Strong, High-Quality Season
…Navigating Retail Challenges Even with standout fruit quality, early-season challenges affected movement. From August through September, retail demand slowed due to higher-than-normal prices and reduced promotional activity. But as fall…
Ian LeMay Shares California Table Grape Success Story Amid Global Competition
…regulated environment. “Yes, the costs are higher — from labor to pesticide regulation — but that’s also our badge of honor,” he said. “When buyers purchase California grapes, they can…
Kings County Farm Bureau Takes on State Water Board Over Groundwater Rights
…noted that agriculture jobs in Kings County pay 13% higher than the county average, with salaries just over $65,000 per year—a testament to the industry’s strength and importance. With no…
Homestead Act and America’s Westward Expansion
…economic debate. Some wanted to sell land at higher prices to raise government revenue, while others pushed for low-cost or free land to empower ordinary families and stimulate agriculture. These…
California Walnut Harvest 2025: Quality, Volume & Market Outlook
…solid market prices are expected to generate profitable returns per acre. “This season, we have a very good crop with excellent prices,” Jameson said. “Growers are finally seeing profitable returns…
Michael Jameson Reports a Rebound for California Walnuts
…once again favoring California walnuts over cheaper Chinese product. “China had a rough season — they had freezes, a warm August, and less exportable volume,” he explained. “That brought prices…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads: Insights from Fresno County Farm Bureau President Ryan Jacobsen
…those advantages don’t always translate into higher retail prices. Jacobsen explained the resulting dilemma: “Every regulation they put on us is going to be another cost… but that doesn’t necessarily…
How Radio Transformed American Agriculture History
…century, long before the rise of television or digital platforms, radio served as the lifeline connecting farmers to the information they needed most. From market prices to weather forecasts, radio…
Edward Ring Wraps Up: California’s Path to Prosperity Lies in Facts, Not Fear
…added. “If they’d let us access it, we could have gas prices like Dallas, Texas.” The hosts emphasized that California’s energy and water challenges are not due to lack of…