…award underscores the dedication required to farm organically in an era marked by rising costs, fluctuating markets, and rigorous regulatory frameworks. California’s Regulatory Reality vs. the Rest of the Nation…
Fourth-Generation Farming in the South Valley: An Interview with Jason Giannelli
…the timeline for meaningful reform may span several years, he remains hopeful that regulatory improvements and practical advocacy can address labor shortages and support farm operations more effectively. Supporting Local…
Celebrating California Agriculture: Education, Advocacy, and Community with Anna Genasci
…and Anna encourages participation as a way to support and advocate for agriculture. Advocating for Farmers and Navigating Regulations The Farm Bureau actively represents farmers on regulatory and policy issues….
California Table Grapes: A Strong, High-Quality Season
…Standards in a Challenging State Nick pointed out what many growers know well: California’s world-class quality comes with higher costs. Labor, freight, and regulatory compliance all exceed the standards of…
Kings County Farm Bureau Takes on State Water Board Over Groundwater Rights
An In-Depth Conversation with Executive Director Dusty Ference Dusty Ference Executive Director of the Kings County Farm Bureau. As California agriculture faces mounting regulatory pressure, few voices have stepped forward…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads: Insights from Fresno County Farm Bureau President Ryan Jacobsen
…shared candid insights on the state of agriculture as 2025 wraps up and 2026 approaches—touching on weather, regulatory pressures, industry diversity, and the extraordinary responsibility of representing one of the…
Ryan Jacobsen on Farming Through Storms, Labor, and the Future of California Agriculture
…grow underground or that chocolate milk comes from brown cows. We’ve got to bridge that gap.” On labor and immigration reform, Jacobsen was cautiously optimistic. “I’m hopeful this administration will…
Edward Ring on California’s Water Crisis: Fixing a Broken System
A Voice for Water Policy Reform Edward Ring California’s ongoing water crisis remains one of the state’s most critical and divisive issues — a struggle that affects farmers, cities, and…
Don Wagner on Restoring Integrity, Water, and Common Sense to California
Don Wagner A Conversation with Don Wagner: Candidate for California Secretary of State California’s upcoming election season brings fresh energy and new voices calling for reform. Among them is Don…
Don Wagner Calls for Common Sense in Sacramento: Ag, Water, and the Future of California
…“If it passes, it could cut rural and conservative representation in Congress by more than half,” he said. “That’s not reform — that’s erasure. Central Valley farmers deserve a voice,…
Building the Future of Ag Tech: Danny Bernstein and The Reservoir at FIRA 2025
…team reflected on the resilience of farmers navigating today’s challenges. Despite market pressures, labor shortages, and regulatory hurdles, producers continue to adapt. “What I love about ag tech is that…
Kevin Kester on Cattle, Trade, and Prop 50: Halloween Highlights from the AgNet News Hour
…also warned that Prop 50, if passed, could devastate rural representation and drive up food costs. “It’s political redistricting disguised as reform,” he said. “If it passes, Central Valley agriculture…
Ecorobotix, AgTech Grants, and Hannah Johnson’s Push for California’s Future
…opened the show with a call to “take care of today’s farming before tomorrow’s farming,” stressing that growers must survive regulatory and water challenges before they can embrace full automation….
Building the Future of Farming: Insights from UC ANR’s Gabe Youtsey at FIRA USA 2025
…out that California growers face serious and immediate pressures: Water scarcity Land access issues Labor shortages Increasing regulatory burdens Farmers need help now, but they also need the tools and…