…limited domestic labor pool create ongoing struggles. Barcellos supports immigration reform that keeps good workers in the community while addressing criminal concerns. Imports and tariffs: Competing with lower-cost imports remains…
My Job Depends on Ag: How a Grassroots Sticker Campaign Grew Into a Movement Supporting California Agriculture
…of solidarity, much like how FFA jackets unite students across the country. With California agriculture facing constant challenges—from water restrictions to growing imports—the hosts encouraged listeners to get involved. “We…
Don Cameron: California Ag Leadership & Challenges
…compete against cheaper imports from Mexico, Chile, and other countries. Abandoned Orchards, Pests, and Community Impact Economic stress has already forced some growers to abandon orchards and vineyards, especially on…
Tariffs, Trade, and Table Grapes: Richard Matoian Shares Insights on California Farming Challenges
…executive order. The deal includes a 15% baseline tariff on imports and a commitment to expand rice purchases by 75%. Matoian tied this directly to the pistachio industry, stressing that…
California Ag Battles: Water, Solar, and Farmland Futures
…state’s agricultural capacity will have long-term consequences: higher food prices, lower quality, and greater dependence on imports. “If we keep thinking like this,” he said, “California won’t be able to…
Joe Del Bosque: Water, Labor, and the Fight for California Farming
…elements that exploit vulnerable laborers. Del Bosque argues that Mexico is ready to collaborate, but the U.S. must establish an ongoing, fair program to ensure workforce stability. Competing With Imports…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads
…struggles of a Central Valley winery family facing unfair foreign competition. Reisinger explained that U.S. farmers face high labor and regulatory costs, while imports from countries with lower standards flood…
California Agriculture: Don Cameron on Labor, Water, and Innovation
…Global Agriculture Cameron addressed how California farmers face challenges from cheaper imports from countries like Mexico and Brazil. While international labor costs are lower, California farms provide higher wages, better…
Small Wineries Under Pressure: Ziveli Winery
…a new generation. Competing in a Global Market The interview also highlighted how imports from Italy, Chile, and Mexico are undercutting California growers. John noted it can even be cheaper…
California Farmers Under Pressure: Andrew Genasci Calls for Advocacy and Common-Sense Policy
…line. California farmers produce the safest, healthiest food in the world, but we’re competing against imports from countries that don’t face the same restrictions.” Water, Land, and Labor Genasci highlighted…
Dale Nicol on Syngenta, Farming Challenges, and Feeding the World
…competition. Nicol highlights troubling examples: Potato growers in the Northwest losing money on uncontracted crops. California wine grape producers facing competition from frozen imports from South America and Australia. For…
Roger Isom on California Farming Challenges in 2025
…Isom warned about the dangers of relying on imports from countries with weaker food safety standards. Residues of banned pesticides such as DDT are still found on imported produce. California…
California Ag at a Crossroads: Syngenta’s Dale Nicol
…Imports Impacting California Crops Nicol began by addressing the growing competition from imported wine grapes, noting how international supply pressures are reshaping markets for California producers. While the Golden State…
Minturn Nut’s Darren Rigg Talks Almond Industry
…EU as a whole is the top regional destination. China, once a major buyer, has reduced direct imports by half due to tariffs and trade restrictions. While some sales are…