…key issue Culotti highlights is the Bradley-Burns tax, designed to return local sales tax revenue back to cities for community improvements. However, she explains that with the explosion of online…
California Cherry Crop Rebounds in 2026 as Growers Navigate Weather and Market Pressures
…cracking and loss of marketability. “If cherries are at the wrong stage, they’ll absorb that water and split,” Jameson noted. Beyond weather, growers are also facing rising production costs. Labor…
Secretary of the California Department of Food and Agriculture
…to lead in global food production. Ross encouraged industry participation in initiatives like California Grown and engagement with the California Department of Food and Agriculture to strengthen the agricultural ecosystem….
California Ag Faces Rising Costs and Political Crossroads as Governor Race Heats Up
…for farmers. “We’ve had the same problem for 10 to 15 years… we’re always about $2 a gallon higher than anyone else,” Nick Papagni said, pointing to regulatory and tax…
Walnut Orchards to Washington: Jenny Moffitt’s Mission to Save American Farming
…Leading efforts during California’s severe drought Launching the Healthy Soils Initiative Addressing pest and disease challenges Expanding market opportunities for farmers Supporting organic agriculture programs This experience gave her a…
Ag Innovation and the Future of Farming; F3 Innovate Highlights Technology and Workforce Development
…the most exciting developments discussed was the launch of an AI Supercomputing Center in Fresno, designed to bring advanced computing power directly into the heart of California agriculture. This initiative…
Inside Agriculture’s Turning Point: Mike Johanns on Policy, Profitability, and the Future
…most dedicated producers may be forced to step away. R&D Tax Credits: A Game-Changer for Farmers A major focus of the discussion is the Research & Development (R&D) tax credit—an…
Fire Ant Control and Farm Policy Take Center Stage; Mike Johanns Shares Insight for Growers
…profitability, innovation, and strong policy support in ensuring the future of farming, particularly in highly regulated states like California. One key topic was the role of research and development tax…
Mike Johanns Talks Farm Profitability, Policy, and the Future of California Agriculture
…advancing livestock genetics, many of the day-to-day decisions made on farms qualify as research and development. He discussed efforts to help farmers access R&D tax credits, which can provide much-needed…
Dairy Leadership: Melvin Mederios on the Future of Milk
…cafeterias. Supported by Glenn Thompson and backed by the National Milk Producers Federation, the initiative aims to restore a more nutritious option for students. Mederios says the effort reflects a…
Steve Hilton: “Help Is on the Way” for California Agriculture
…including Brooke Rollins, Doug Burgum, and Sean Duffy, as potential pathways to align on water, transportation, and energy priorities. He also confirmed that a voter ID initiative has qualified for…
Elaine Culotti Announces Run for California Governor, Calls for Economic Reset and Bipartisan Reform
…authority and tax dollars to cities, allowing them to address their own priorities without state interference. Federal Relationships and Accountability Culotti also pledged to repair California’s strained relationship with Washington,…
Kern Oil Documentary Highlights Human Cost of California Energy Policy
…feeling the economic strain. Fewer permits, refinery closures, and regulatory uncertainty have led to job losses, shuttered businesses, and declining local tax revenues. The discussion also underscored how deeply interconnected…
Almond Outlook, Propane Savings, and Ag Pride
…savings to cattle health and agricultural advocacy. With bloom season underway and storms rolling through California, the message was clear: growers are adapting in real time to protect both this…






















