…sustainable industry: “We’re going to have a new industry created with a raisin grape. But it isn’t going to be a Thompson Seedless. It’s going to be something better.” With…
Raisin Industry Legends Warn of Challenges and Chart a Path Forward
…aggressive marketing to new generations of consumers, positioning raisins as a healthy, convenient snack. As McCormick put it, “It has to be sustainable — not just environmentally, but economically.” The…
Pistachios, Water & Trade: Kreps on Farming’s Future
…$1.50 and $2.00 per pound, with some reaching $2.20 to $2.30. At those levels, pistachio growers are profitable, especially if they own their land outright. Even $1.50 can be sustainable…
Franklin King: Pioneer of Modern Organic Farming
…contributions to American agriculture reflect a visionary understanding of sustainable farming practices. Though not widely known, his legacy remains embedded in the principles that guide organic and sustainable farming practices…
Edward Ring Brings Water Solutions to the AgNet News Hour
…projects aimed at improving rangelands and promoting more sustainable cattle production. While Josh and Nick joked about whether fast food could ever truly be “healthy,” they agreed that corporate investment…
Reedley College Ag Conference 2025: Innovation, Careers & Farming’s Future
…a meeting ground for the next generation of agriculture. By bringing together growers, students, faculty, industry leaders, and tech innovators, this conference represents a bold step toward building a sustainable,…
California Almond Harvest 2025: Prices and Yields
…$3 per pound by springtime. Malanca emphasized the importance of higher prices, noting that growers face steep input costs and will need the $3–$3.50 range to remain sustainable. Carryover Stocks…
Freeman Vineyard: Organic Sonoma Wines with Global Reach
…storytelling and community in building resilience, even in a challenging market. Commitment to Organic and Sustainable Practices Sustainability is a central part of Freeman Vineyard’s philosophy. Living among the vines…
Farming for the Future: Jake Barcellos and A-Bar Ag Enterprises
…Pistachios Fall: Cotton, olive oil, and pomegranates By Thanksgiving, the farm aims to wrap up harvest and prepare for the next season. Building a Sustainable Future As a fourth-generation farmer,…
California Wine Month: Sustainability, Innovation, and the Future of Wine
…remarkable aspects of California’s wine industry is its commitment to sustainability: 90% of California wines are produced in a certified sustainable winery. 65% of vineyard acreage is certified sustainable. 95%…
Native American Agriculture: Roots of U.S. Farming
…moisture and suppress weeds. This system maximized land productivity, improved soil health, and provided balanced nutrition. Today, agricultural scientists often point to the Three Sisters as a model of sustainable…
Don Cameron: California Ag Leadership & Challenges
…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…