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Shannon Douglas: Leading California Agriculture Through Opportunity and Challenge
…Despite challenges, Douglas is optimistic about innovation. California farmers are leading the way in robotics, automation, AI, and biological sciences. These tools improve efficiency, reduce costs, and help meet environmental…
California Farm Bureau’s Shannon Douglas Tackles Prop 50, Farm Bill, and the Future of Farming
…farms — and we don’t want to see this loss continue,” she warned. Despite the challenges, Douglas struck an optimistic tone. She pointed to innovation, automation, and the grit of…
California Trucking: Costs, Rules & Roadblocks
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Lorenzo Rios: Valley Strong Vision for California
…agriculture, Papagni highlighted the challenges facing Central Valley farmers. Rios pointed to water policy as a critical issue. He emphasized the importance of advancing long-delayed water projects such as Temperance…
Mike Harvey: Farming, Faith & Leading California’s Youth
…Harvey grew up surrounded by farming. His family operated a packing house, cold storage, and shipping facilities—covering every part of the agricultural process. “I worked in every single department of…
Mike Harvey and Lorenzo Rios Share Powerful Stories on AgNet News Hour
The September 25 edition of the AgNet News Hour featured two guests with deep roots in the Central Valley, both offering powerful perspectives on the challenges — and the future…
California Farmers Face Policy, Energy, and Innovation Challenges
…their livelihoods but the global food supply. In a recent conversation with Nick Papagni, consultant and entrepreneur Lisa Kerr outlined the challenges facing agriculture today, the policies driving them, and…
Beef Supply Shortages and Meat Prices: Darren Hill of JD Food
…a wide range of issues, from ongoing cattle shortages and high beef prices to Proposition 12’s effect on pork, the outlook for turkey season, and the unique challenges facing California’s…
Innovation, Water, and Politics Take Center Stage in California Ag
…practical solutions instead of wasting billions on high-speed rail. From forward-looking ag tech to the very real struggles of California farmers, this episode captured both the challenges and the opportunities…
Reedley College Ag Conference 2025: Innovation, Careers & Farming’s Future
…collaborative approach has shaped a full-day agenda tailored to real-world challenges and opportunities. Keynote Speakers and Industry Leaders The day will begin with CDFA Secretary Karen Ross, who will provide…
Fighting for California Agriculture and Values: David Tangipa on Water, Farmers, and Policy
David Tangpia California’s Central Valley is the heart of American agriculture, and its farmers face unprecedented challenges. Recently, I had the privilege of speaking with David Tangipa, Assemblyman for the…
California Almond Harvest 2025: Prices and Yields
…and permanent crops. But despite the land’s potential, water scarcity remains a barrier. “It’s a perfect place to farm if we could get the water,” Malanca noted, highlighting ongoing challenges…
Freeman Vineyard: Organic Sonoma Wines with Global Reach
…built one of Sonoma County’s top 25 wineries, a recognized name in the international wine industry. Meeting Challenges in the Wine Industry While much of the wine industry has faced…