…with information and experience that he could not simply find online. “We’ve only really got each other,” Calandra said. His message is for farmers to keep working together, share knowledge…
California Cantaloupes Use Social Media to Reach Younger Consumers
…who grows it, but the information needs to be delivered in a way that is entertaining and engaging. One example is a viral cantaloupe recipe circulating online that involves freezing…
Farm Babe Michelle Miller Encourages Farmers to Tell Agriculture’s Story
…while combating misinformation about modern agriculture. Miller, who began sharing her farming experiences online more than a decade ago, said her journey into agricultural advocacy happened almost by accident. What…
California Cattlemen’s President Rick Roberti Sounds the Alarm on Agriculture’s Future
…its own story. Many consumers simply have no firsthand experience with farms or ranches. Papagni suggested more farm tours, educational events, and online videos to help the public better understand…
Steve Hilton Says California Must End California’s “War on Agriculture”
…Californians who want to learn more about his campaign to follow him online and become involved in the movement he says is focused on bringing change to the state. Hilton…
Kern Oil Documentary Explores California’s Energy Future
…encouraged listeners to follow the documentary and future projects through several online resources. Kern Oil Documentary Website: https://kernoilmovie.com/ Follow on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and TikTok for screening announcements,…
Rickey Bird Says California Should Produce More of Its Own Oil
…plans to continue expanding the film’s reach through additional screenings and online streaming platforms. He also hopes to bring the documentary to Sacramento, giving policymakers an opportunity to hear directly…
Allied Grape Growers at 75: Jeff Bitter Talks Survival, Wine Trends, and California’s Future
…believes these efforts are already showing positive results. Social Media Is the New Wine Guide Today’s wine buyers begin their search online. Bitter encouraged younger consumers to research wine varieties,…
California Proposes Stronger Pesticide Enforcement Rules
…when appropriate. The department has opened a 45-day public comment period that runs through July 28. Stakeholders may submit comments through DPR’s online comment portal or by email. To encourage…
New Export Accelerator Program Aims to Help California Specialty Crop Companies Grow Globally
…hybrid program that combines in-person instruction with online learning opportunities. Organizers say the goal is to provide practical, hands-on training that equips participants with the tools needed to succeed in…
American Farm Bureau’s Bailey Corwine on Farm Policy, Mental Health, Leadership, and Agriculture’s Future
…annual convention brings together approximately 5,000 attendees from all 50 states and Puerto Rico. Attendees can expect keynote speakers, educational workshops, policy discussions, leadership development opportunities, networking events, and a…
Pollinator Week Webinar to Highlight California Habitat Projects
…be accessed online, making it easy for interested participants from across California and beyond to attend. As interest in pollinator conservation continues to grow, organizers hope the event will help…
USDA Announces $1.7 Billion Relief Package for Specialty Crop Farmers During California Visit
…designed to deliver financial support quickly while reducing administrative burdens on farmers. According to Rollins, USDA has streamlined the application process by utilizing pre-filled applications and online enrollment through Login.gov…
Fifth-Generation Farmer David Collenberg Enters California Lieutenant Governor Race
…direct communication and social media outreach. He said modern campaigns no longer depend entirely on mainstream media and that voters appreciate candidates who personally engage with them online and respond…