California Agriculture at a Crossroads: Organics Innovation and Prop 50

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…nutrient source. The process not only provides organic farmers with a reliable tool for meeting crop needs, but also turns an environmental waste stream into something useful. Colfer also emphasized…

Stanislaus County

Stanislaus County Farm Bureau: Advocacy, Education & the Future of Agriculture

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…Bureau: Advocacy, Education & the Future of Agriculture Agriculture at the Heart of Stanislaus County Anna Genasci Stanislaus County’s agricultural roots run deep. The annual crop report places almonds as…

Syngenta Vegetable Seeds

Syngenta Vegetable Seeds: Advancing Lettuce and Melon Varieties in Salinas

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…and Sonja Begemann The Salinas field trials provide growers with a first-hand look at a diverse range of lettuce varieties—including romaine, iceberg, and specialty types—as well as brassicas such as…

Florida FFA

Florida FFA Leaders Share Their Passion for Agriculture at Specialty Crop Expo

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Inspiring the Next Generation of Agricultural Leaders At the recent Specialty Crop Expo in Tampa, Florida, three outstanding members of the Florida FFA Association—Lyla Bent, Hope Storter, and Isabelle Jenkins—shared…

Future Leaders Shine at Florida FFA

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…Citrus Specialty Crop Expo in Tampa, Hope Storter (State President), Lyla Bent (Area V Vice President), and Isabel Jenkins (State Secretary) described how FFA has shaped their futures and why…

Midland Tractor

Midland Tractor: John Deere Dealer Powering California Farmers with Innovation and Service

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…moving quickly toward smarter, more efficient solutions. While autonomy is advancing, Stan notes that the complexities of orchards—compared to row crops—still make full automation difficult. “It’s almost there, but not…

Florida Citrus and Specialty Crops: Frank Giles on Challenges, Optimism, and Innovation

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…specialty crops—a vital area for growers navigating today’s volatile markets. For more coverage from the Citrus and Specialty Crop Expo and ongoing industry updates, visit AgNet West and Specialty Crop…

Farm Labor and Market Shifts: Today’s AgNet News Hour Highlights

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…crop management and long-term sustainability. The episode highlights both the immediate impacts in the field and the longer-term implications for California’s specialty crop growers. Dairy Industry Facing Market Pressures The…