…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
…large swaths of farmland facing water restrictions, the future of farming in the region hangs in the balance. Serving the Entire Central Valley Operating from Madera, Midland Tractor services farms…
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…
Dale Nicol on Syngenta, Farming Challenges, and Feeding the World
…places like Whole Foods may choose organic produce, the broader challenge is ensuring enough affordable food for everyone. Syngenta’s mission, as Nicol summarizes, is to “bring plant potential to life.”…
Roger Isom on California Farming Challenges in 2025
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California Pistachio Harvest 2025: Insights from Richard Kreps
…the Central Valley and the Southwest. He criticized state restrictions and the push to convert prime farmland into solar fields, warning that such policies undermine food security and waste some…
Dairy, Family, and Football: Joseph Bakker’s Life in the Central Valley
…Then and Now The Tulare-Visalia area has always been a stronghold for dairy, but farming conditions have shifted dramatically since Joseph’s grandfather’s time. He points to water restrictions and changing…
California Ag at a Crossroads: Syngenta’s Dale Nicol
…to protect local industries. Regulatory Pressures and Political Climate One of the central themes of the interview was the mounting regulatory burden on California farmers. From pesticide restrictions to environmental…
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…
California’s Half-Billion Dollar Rodent Crisis: A Looming Threat to Tree Nut Growers
…systems, gnawing on tree bark, and wreaking havoc on infrastructure across almond and pistachio orchards. And with regulatory restrictions on traditional rodenticides in California, farmers are left scrambling for alternatives,…
HELP Act Would Aid Livestock Transporters
…would have required speed limiters on commercial trucks. This decision was welcomed by agricultural groups concerned about how speed restrictions could impact rural road safety and delivery efficiency. Industry Impact…
Los Gatos Tomato: Innovation, Labor & Water in Focus
…3 for Los Gatos, making it one of the earliest tomato processors to kick off in California. The plant runs continuously—24 hours a day for about 100 days—beginning with organic…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 07-24-25
…runs 24/7 for about 100 days straight, beginning with organic tomatoes and continuing with a wide array of varieties tailored for products like ketchup, juice, and sauces. He explains how…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-22-25
…Organic Farms, one of the most respected names in organic produce. Paul described the current harvest as one of the best in years, thanks to cooler-than-usual July weather and strong…


















