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Joe Del Bosque: Water, Labor, and the Fight for California Farming
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California Agriculture at a Crossroads
…4 million farms in the last century, with fewer than 2 million left. If trends continue, many could vanish within 40 years. Trade Pressures and Unfair Competition Papagni shared the…
Family Tree Farms on Quality and Water: Daniel Jackson
…with new warm-weather apple varieties like the Sugarburst. Rain, Trade, and Tariffs Recent storms across the Central Valley raised concerns about damage to late-harvest crops. Jackson said it is too…
Midland Tractor: John Deere Dealer Powering California Farmers with Innovation and Service
…we’re in a desert state. If you don’t capture the water, you’re not going to have it,” he explained. Along with water security, stable commodity prices and fewer trade restrictions…
Rise, Fall, and Comeback of Chickens in American Agriculture
…supply of meat and eggs for family consumption, as well as a valuable commodity for trade. Their versatility and practicality made them a vital component of early American farm life….
Farm Labor and Market Shifts: Today’s AgNet News Hour Highlights
…performance and sustainability in their herds. Global and Domestic Market Updates Listeners will also hear about developments in both domestic and international markets. Trade relationships, shifting consumer preferences, and global…
Roger Isom on California Farming Challenges in 2025
…markets. Trade tensions and tariffs add further uncertainty. India and China remain vital markets for California almonds and walnuts. Any disruption in trade agreements threatens the economic stability of growers….
California Pistachio Harvest 2025: Insights from Richard Kreps
…the importance of programs like FFA (Future Farmers of America) and technical trade schools. With fewer young people entering agriculture, he believes that hands-on education and skilled trade opportunities can…
California Farming Voices: Case Anker and Stan Nelson
…economy. Whether it’s tackling water scarcity, navigating trade tariffs, or adopting new equipment, the conversations underline agriculture’s resilience and adaptability. Catch the full interviews with Case Anker and Stan Nelson…
Fighting for California Agriculture: Rich Kreps
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Minturn Nut’s Darren Rigg Talks Almond Industry
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California Almonds at the Crossroads: Tariffs, Trade, and Hope for a Better Harvest
…international trade dynamics and tariffs have created significant uncertainty. While exports remain vital—70 to 90% of Minturn’s business is overseas—demand from countries like China has sharply declined since 2017. However,…
Innovation and Ingenuity in the Desert: Yuma, Arizona’s Role in Feeding America
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