…Agriculture A central topic of conversation was labor in agriculture. Cameron emphasized the critical importance of a stable workforce for California’s labor-intensive crops. He highlighted the need for programs like…
Central Valley Fight: Tangipa Stands for Farmers
…increasingly unable to survive under rising labor costs, freight expenses, and complex regulations. He believes there is a strategic effort in Sacramento to target industries that resist the dominant political…
Ziveli Winery: A Croatian Legacy Thrives in the Heart of California
…of trouble.” According to John, only a few wineries are profitable today. Factors include high fuel and energy costs, labor expenses, and increasing regulations. Equipment prices have tripled over the…
California Farmers Struggle with Water, Labor, and Regulations
…harmful bills from advancing. Urban legislators often lack understanding of farming realities, making direct education and personal engagement essential for protecting agricultural interests. Water Scarcity and Labor Costs Water management…
Family Tree Farms on Quality and Water: Daniel Jackson
On this Labor Day edition of the AgNet News Hour, Nick Papagni and Josh McGill welcomed Daniel Jackson of Family Tree Farms to discuss the state of California agriculture, from…
Stanislaus County Farm Bureau: Advocacy, Education & the Future of Agriculture
…husband is a fourth-generation dairy farmer, knows firsthand the challenges and opportunities facing farmers today. “People farm because it’s the lifestyle they love, but regulatory costs have gone up nearly…
Small Wineries Under Pressure: Ziveli Winery
…candid about the headwinds California wineries face. Declining wine sales, high labor and equipment costs, and rising regulations have left many operations in the red. “There might be three or…
Ted Torosian Builds Custom Produce into Ag Success Story
…greater flexibility, while their unique ability to consolidate mixed loads continues to attract food service buyers nationwide. Packaging, Labor, and Food Safety Custom Produce invests heavily in packaging, ensuring that…
Rachel Nettleton Leads Kern County Farm Bureau
…agricultural awareness throughout the community. Fighting for Farmers and Ranchers California farmers face constant challenges, from labor shortages to water restrictions and heavy regulations. Nettleton and her team work closely…
Stanislaus Farm Bureau Leads in Advocacy and Education: Anna Genasci
…But challenges remain. Rising regulatory costs, water restrictions, labor issues, and international competition are straining local growers. Genasci pointed out that in Stanislaus County alone, one in eight jobs is tied…
Midland Tractor: John Deere Dealer Powering California Farmers with Innovation and Service
…the driving force behind innovation. Farmers are looking for equipment that can handle multiple tasks at once, reduce labor costs, and increase precision. John Deere, along with Midland Tractor, is…
California Farmers Under Pressure: Andrew Genasci Calls for Advocacy and Common-Sense Policy
…Genasci pointed to overregulation. From water restrictions and burn bans to mounting labor costs and overtime rules, he says Sacramento continues to push policies that squeeze family farms. “You’ve got legislators…
Florida Citrus and Specialty Crops: Frank Giles on Challenges, Optimism, and Innovation
…center in the discussion. Growers are looking to drones, mechanical harvesters, and new precision technologies to offset rising labor costs. “Part of this whole labor discussion is we need to…
Role of Shorthorn Cattle in American Agricultural History
…Work Capability: Shorthorns were strong and dependable animals capable of pulling carts and plows, essential for farm labor before mechanization. Beef Supply: When the winter months approached, these cattle also…