…the initiative seems likely to pass based on polling, the measure poses real risks to California’s agricultural sector — and could intensify long-standing water restrictions that already strain rural economies….
Nanette Simonian: Championing California Agriculture & Women in Ag
…the younger generation about responsible land management, crop rotation, and compliance with regulations like SGMA. She stressed that the future of California agriculture will require a blend of conventional, organic,…
Westward Expansion: The Harsh Beginnings of America’s Frontier Farmers
…original colonies demanded courage, endurance, and determination. Settlers faced political restrictions, natural obstacles, and the daunting task of surviving on unfamiliar land. The American dream of heading west began as…
Kings River Packing: Eight Generations of Citrus Leadership
…for handling and shipping. Organics: A Growing but Strategic Category Kings River entered organics three years ago, taking careful steps to understand the unique challenges of organic growing and marketing….
California Citrus Season Off to a Strong Start, Kings River Packing Leads the Charge
…are excited.” Beyond the fields, Silva discussed the company’s continued investment in organic citrus, now entering its third full year of production. “It’s still a niche, but it’s growing steadily,”…
Electrostatic Spraying: On Target’s AgTech Revolution
…and uses far less water — key advantages in regions facing drought and water restrictions. “We use 80% less water,” Hartman said. “We usually spray two to three times more…
Inside the 2025 Almond Market: Supply, Pricing, Tariffs, and Global Demand
…conventional almond markets, Toor notes that organic almonds could see competition from Spain and Italy. Years of low returns have forced many California organic growers to cut fertility programs, creating…
California Farmers Confront Global Competition and Retail Pressure on AgNet News Hour
…to support domestic producers through fair pricing and seasonal sourcing campaigns. “If you can charge a premium for local or organic, you can do the same for California-grown,” he said….
Van Groningen & Sons: A Century of California Farming
…come with high costs.” He pointed to the California Air Resources Board and other agencies that impose additional restrictions on farmers, creating uneven competition with other states. “We’re held to…
Verdant Robotics: Revolutionizing Farming with Precision AI and Automation
…per year in each hemisphere. This led to the development of Verdant Robotics’ “aim and apply” technology, which can now work across more than three dozen crops, including organic carrots…
Bill Jones: “California Will Come Back Stronger Than Ever”
…of into storage. He criticized decades of political inaction and urged cooperation between Sacramento and Washington. “Until both are on the same page, California’s water problem will never truly be…
Celebrating the Valley’s Bounty: The Whole Vine Festival Returns to Fresno State
…Festival. “You’ll experience grapes and everything made with grapes,” said Goudreau. “It’s really amazing — even organic dyes come from grapes!” She added that the festival continues to grow each…
Alexandra Duarte’s Fight for California’s Future
…America is safe to eat, and a parent shouldn’t feel pressured to buy less produce because they think only organic is safe. American-grown food is the best thing we can…
California Raisin Leaders on Trade, Water & Future
…Buyers are increasingly looking for specialized products, such as organic raisins or those grown under regenerative agricultural practices. These designations are highly attractive to retailers, particularly in overseas markets, and…
