water

Pistachios, Water & Trade: Kreps on Farming’s Future

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…done that’s for the good of the American people,” he urged. Pistachios for the Holiday Season Looking ahead, Kreps encouraged consumers to support the pistachio industry, especially during the holiday

John Duarte

John Duarte on Central Valley Agriculture: Water, Prop 50, and the Future of Avocados

DanAgri-Business, Avocado, Economy, Environment, Grapes, Interview, Irrigation, Nursery crops, Pistachios, Regulation, Special Reports, Water

…is the trick,” John said. “Once growers understood the process, they demanded virus-free plants. It changed the industry.” This same principle extended into nut trees. By cloning the best seedlings…

California truckers

California Trucking: Costs, Rules & Roadblocks

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…to federal leadership for relief. The Used Truck Market and Longevity Issues With new truck sales plummeting, demand for used trucks has skyrocketed. However, today’s trucks are not built with…

California farmers

California Farmers Face Policy, Energy, and Innovation Challenges

DanAgri-Business, Biofuels/Energy, Climate Change, Conservation, Drought, Economy, Environment, Interview, Irrigation, Labor and Immigration, Legislative, Regulation, Solar, Special Reports, Water

…industries are stripped of choice. Instead of innovation evolving naturally, regulations force adoption regardless of readiness. Meanwhile, there is still strong demand for traditional machinery and vehicles. Kerr’s brother has…

beef

Beef Supply Shortages and Meat Prices: Darren Hill of JD Food

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…least 2026 or 2027. Consumer Demand Holds Firm Despite soaring prices, demand for beef has remained resilient. Restaurants—particularly steakhouses—cannot replace beef without undermining their brand identity. Consumers, too, continue buying…

California

California Almond Harvest 2025: Prices and Yields

DanAgri-Business, Almonds, Climate Change, Energy, Environment, Exports/Imports, Exports/Imports, Interview, Irrigation, Labor and Immigration, Legislative, Special Reports, Trade, Water

…installing a 15-foot-wide decal on a massive storage tank along Highway 33 near Firebaugh. The project, completed by FastSigns Fresno, will even feature on the company’s holiday card this year….

Freeman Vineyard

Freeman Vineyard: Organic Sonoma Wines with Global Reach

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…come from direct channels, which grew by 7% this year. International markets: About 25% of sales come from overseas, with strong demand in Japan, Singapore, and across 15 countries. Wholesale:…

California Ag Battles: Water, Solar, and Farmland Futures

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…in fertile soil, the ground may never recover for farming. He questioned why California leaders push solar development while failing to deliver on longstanding water commitments. Farmers Demand Water Before…

Joe Del Bosque

Joe Del Bosque: Water, Labor, and the Fight for California Farming

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…pressing issues. Del Bosque stresses the importance of a reliable workforce, noting that farm labor requires skill, endurance, and dedication. Americans rarely take on such demanding work, making immigrant labor…

Central Valley Fight: Tangipa Stands for Farmers

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…describing it as a demand for compliance rather than genuine collaboration. He stressed that the Central Valley, home to a substantial portion of California’s agricultural output, is often dismissed and…

Ziveli Winery: A Croatian Legacy Thrives in the Heart of California

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…modern production standards. Looking Ahead: Hope for the Industry Despite challenges, the Nales remain committed to winemaking. John reflected on resilience and supply-demand dynamics: “We decided a long time ago…