…Perspective: Learning From Brazil In August, Cameron traveled with the State Board to Brazil, where he studied the country’s leadership in biologicals and sustainable farming. He noted that while Brazil…
Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture: America’s First Farm Organization
…planted in sequence. This practice not only improved soil health but also boosted yields, reduced pest infestations, and promoted sustainable farming. Soil Fertility Testing The Society also pioneered the practice…
California Wine Month Highlights Sustainability and Innovation: Julie Berge of the Wine Institute Shares Industry Outlook
…of California wine is produced in certified sustainable wineries, and around 65% of vineyard acreage is certified sustainable. Consumers increasingly want to know how their wine is produced, and California…
From Olives to Almonds: Melissa Oberti Shares Her Family’s Farming Legacy and the Struggles Facing California Growers
…and here it’s $20? Add in water costs, PG&E rates, and regulations—it’s not sustainable.” A Call to Action for California Agriculture Despite the challenges, Oberti urged farmers to speak up…
California Agriculture: Fires, Wolves & Farm Labor Reform
…farmers to engage in the policy debate, follow updates at AgNetWest.com, and recognize that immigration reform is essential to keeping U.S. agriculture competitive and sustainable. For more agricultural updates, visit…
California Agriculture: Don Cameron on Labor, Water, and Innovation
…Cameron noted that without reliable labor, food production in California—and by extension, the United States—would be significantly disrupted. Water Management and Sustainable Farming Water management was another major focus. Cameron…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads: Organics Innovation and Prop 50
…over Proposition 50. Organic Farming Innovation with Wilbur Ellis Josh sat down with Gina Colfer, Sustainable Solutions Agronomy Manager at Wilbur Ellis, to talk about the future of organic farming…
Stanislaus County Farm Bureau: Advocacy, Education & the Future of Agriculture
…safest and most sustainable in the world. We need to brand it that way and make people proud of what’s grown here.” For more information or to get involved, visit…
Small Wineries Under Pressure: Ziveli Winery
…need 1,000 acres and no debt to stay sustainable. Caleb added that younger consumers often see wine as intimidating, preferring seltzers, cocktails, or sugary alternatives like Stella Rosa. He emphasized…
Syngenta Vegetable Seeds: Advancing Lettuce and Melon Varieties in Salinas
…crop resilience while supporting sustainable practices. Shelf life and durability are also key considerations for growers and shippers. The Solid Rib Romaine variety, featuring enhanced structural integrity, delivers longer-lasting produce…
Midland Tractor: John Deere Dealer Powering California Farmers with Innovation and Service
…markets have created uncertainty across the agricultural sector. “Water is jobs,” Stan emphasized, noting that Madera County is at the center of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) impacts. With…
California Farmers Under Pressure: Andrew Genasci Calls for Advocacy and Common-Sense Policy
…Once you add overtime, you’re looking at $30 to $40 an hour—costs that simply aren’t sustainable,” Genasci said. The result is fewer hours for workers and an accelerated push toward automation…
Rise, Fall, and Comeback of Chickens in American Agriculture
…Homeowners and small-scale farmers are rediscovering the benefits of keeping poultry, from fresh eggs to sustainable living and community engagement. This modern trend reconnects us with a longstanding agricultural tradition…
Dale Nicol on Syngenta, Farming Challenges, and Feeding the World
…From innovative seed genetics to advanced crop protection, the company works to help growers produce abundant, sustainable harvests. Conclusion Dale Nicol’s decades of experience and advocacy embody the resilience of…


















