…in sustainable farming practices, responsible water management, environmental stewardship, and innovation. CAWG is now working toward stronger collective marketing efforts that celebrate California-grown wine while helping consumers understand the people…
George Washington Carver Helped Transform Southern Agriculture
…emphasis on soil conservation, crop rotation, and diversified production provided farmers with sustainable methods that restored farmland while reducing dependence on a single crop. Carver’s work became a foundation for…
How Early American Farmers Built a Thriving Agricultural Economy
…the earliest examples of sustainable farming practices in the United States. Crop rotation, in particular, helped preserve soil health while improving yields, a principle that continues to be widely used…
USDA’s SPUR Program Aims to Strengthen Small and Mid-Sized Meat Processors
…implementation details, officials say the funding is intended to help independent processors remain financially sustainable while serving ranchers across the country. As cattle producers continue rebuilding the national herd, additional…
California Commercial Fishing at a Crossroads: Lori French Shares the Challenges Facing Morro Bay’s Fleet
…and strict statewide catch limits. French emphasized that commercial fishermen support sustainable fisheries but believe current regulations have become increasingly difficult for family businesses to survive. Proposed Marine Protected Areas…
California’s Commercial Fishing Industry Faces Mounting Challenges, Says Morro Bay Fisherwoman
…While she supports sustainable fisheries management, she said decisions should be based on sound science rather than litigation and politics. Despite the industry’s challenges, French remains optimistic that California’s commercial…
Roger Isom Warns California Packaging Rules Could Increase Costs for Agriculture
…because of California regulations, we can’t always charge more for our products.” The conversation also touched on broader issues affecting California agriculture, including water availability under the Sustainable Groundwater Management…
The Three Sisters: An Ancient Farming Method That Helped Shape American Agriculture
…strengths of each plant to support the others. The result was a productive, sustainable, and environmentally friendly farming technique that improved crop yields while maintaining soil health. Corn: The Oldest…
Allied Grape Growers at 75: Jeff Bitter Talks Survival, Wine Trends, and California’s Future
…as some of the nation’s best environmental stewards. Multi-generational farming families depend on healthy land and sustainable practices to remain successful for decades to come. Water management also remains a…
George Washington Carver: The Innovator Who Helped Transform Southern Agriculture
…the challenge. Finding profitable markets and sustainable farming practices proved difficult for many producers. The future of Southern agriculture would be dramatically influenced by one remarkable individual: George Washington Carver….
Daniel Jackson on Family Tree Farms, Blueberries, Water, and California Agriculture’s Future
…impact of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) and the uncertainty created by local Groundwater Sustainability Agencies (GSAs). He believes changing regulations have reduced grower confidence and contributed to increasing…
Family Tree Farms’ Daniel Jackson Discusses Water, Farming Future, and California Agriculture
…family has farmed in California since the 1930s, said one of the biggest issues facing growers today is uncertainty surrounding groundwater regulations under California’s Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA). According…
Family Tree Farms Navigates Early Season, Market Shifts, and Water Challenges
…long-term impacts of California’s Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA), saying uncertainty surrounding groundwater allocations has reduced grower confidence and contributed to increasing amounts of fallowed farmland throughout the San Joaquin…
The History of Irrigation: From Ancient Civilizations to Modern American Agriculture
…could scarcely imagine. As agriculture moves into the future, irrigation will remain a vital tool in ensuring productive, sustainable farming for generations to come. The History of Irrigation: From Ancient…






















