…feet of exhibit space. The hosts and Lawson discuss cutting-edge automation, driverless tractors, drones, irrigation systems, and the highly anticipated Top 10 New Products Competition. The event’s strong focus on…
California Water Solutions: Inside Turlock Irrigation District
…Josh Weimer Founded in 1887, Turlock Irrigation District is the oldest irrigation district in California. Today, it delivers surface water to roughly 150,000 acres, serving about 4,700 growers—many of them…
AgNet News Hour Podcast: Water, Policy, and the Future of California Agriculture
…the Turlock Irrigation District (TID), highlights how local control, reliable surface water, and investment in technology can stabilize farming communities. Weimer explains how TID’s proactive management, floodwater capture efforts, groundwater…
How Weather Shaped Early American Agriculture
…modern irrigation or crop science existed. Rather than choosing crops based on preference, settlers adapted to local conditions, aligning their farming practices with what the land and climate would allow….
SEMIOS Pheromone Technology Helps California Growers Manage Pests
…year-round, from January through December, checking systems, maintaining equipment, and responding to customer needs. This same level of support extends to SEMIOS’ other technologies, including irrigation automation and control through…
The Future of California Farming: Insights from Nick Foglio of Foglio Commodities
…by rangeland and cattle operations are turning into subdivisions. Ironically, he predicts that some westside acreage may eventually return to cattle and rangeland due to irrigation limitations, rising cattle prices,…
Land IQ Insights: Mapping California Crops for Smarter Ag Decisions
…planning and regulatory compliance. Supporting Growers and Organizations Rather than directing growers on farming decisions, Land IQ works with umbrella organizations such as commodity boards, irrigation districts, and water agencies….
California Agave Farming: Stuart Woolf’s Vision for Sustainable Agriculture
…reflect the realities of agriculture. Innovating with Agave: A Sustainable Crop for California Woolf has turned to agave cultivation as a low-water solution for farmland with limited irrigation. Agave requires…
Fourth-Generation Farming in the South Valley: An Interview with Jason Giannelli
…Automation in Modern Farming As agriculture evolves, automation has become a cornerstone of modern farming practices. Giannelli highlights the importance of precision irrigation systems, weather monitoring tools, and drones, all…
Anna Genasci Champions Ag Education and Community Pride in Stanislaus County
…with Modesto Irrigation District to create a large, agriculture-themed public mural celebrating the region’s top crops and the farmers who grow them. The mural is already installed, and the official…
Semios Advances Smart Farming with Automation & Precision
…line. The Semios Group includes: Semios On-Farm Solutions – including mating disruption, weather monitoring, irrigation management, frost protection, wind control, and more. AgWorld – a widely used farm management software…
Stephen Pistoresi Shares How Semios Is Transforming Pest Control, Irrigation, and the Future of Farming
…now a full-stack on-farm technology company through partnerships with brands like WiseConn, Agworld, Altrac, and Greenbook. Weather stations, soil moisture probes, irrigation automation, frost control tools, and pest monitoring all…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads: Insights from Fresno County Farm Bureau President Ryan Jacobsen
…from people shocked to learn that rats, squirrels, and gophers are destroying trees, irrigation lines—including drip systems—and other critical infrastructure. Unfortunately, the problem has not improved. Jacobsen reported that growers…
Inside the 2025 Almond Market: Supply, Pricing, Tariffs, and Global Demand
…production, growers will need to reinvest in: compost nutrients adequate irrigation Trees need a period of recovery to deliver a strong bloom in 2026. The balance remains delicate: customers must…