…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 Farmers Struggle with Water, Labor, and Regulations
…harmful bills from advancing. Urban legislators often lack understanding of farming realities, making direct education and personal engagement essential for protecting agricultural interests. Water Scarcity and Labor Costs Water management…
Ted Torosian Builds Custom Produce into Ag Success Story
…on the west side, though statewide water management remains a constant issue. Transportation: Custom Produce once operated its own trucking fleet but now relies on brokered trucks. This shift allows…
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…
Walnuts on the Rise: How to Defend a Promising Crop
…protect yield and profit as harvest approaches. Listen now and gain the upper hand in orchard management before summer’s end brings more than you bargained for. Don’t wait, get Quash®…
Farm Labor and Market Shifts: Today’s AgNet News Hour Highlights
…dairy sector also remains under scrutiny, as producers balance herd management, feed costs, and market volatility. Today’s discussion touches on the importance of supporting fresh cows through nutritional management and…
Roger Isom on California Farming Challenges in 2025
…groundwater recharge. He criticized restrictions imposed by the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) and environmental rulings that redirected massive amounts of water away from farms. In Fresno County, once the…
California Pistachio Harvest 2025: Insights from Richard Kreps
…of pistachios. With favorable spring weather, strong nut fill, and careful pest management, growers anticipate not only a large crop but also exceptional quality. “California pistachio growers do grow the…
Dairy, Family, and Football: Joseph Bakker’s Life in the Central Valley
…to sustain both corn and wheat. Yet Joseph remains optimistic, believing that efficiency and smart resource management can help farmers adjust. Water: California’s Biggest Agricultural Challenge Bakker calls water “the…
Inside Hanford Dairy Life with Farmer Case Anker
…plays a key role in the supply chain that supports them. Herd Management and Feed Production Though Case keeps the exact number of cows private, his operation is substantial. He…
Fighting for California Agriculture: Rich Kreps
…world,” he said, “but they can’t compete if we make it impossible to do business here.” One of Kreps’ top concerns is water management. He noted that the state has…
California FFA Leaders Share Vision for Agriculture’s Future
…pest management. Daren Deftereos noted the challenge of making advanced tools affordable for farmers, while also reducing reliance on traditional herbicides and pesticides. The goal, he explained, is environmentally friendly…
Madera County Water Challenges Explained by Matt Angell
…in Water Management Matt Angell, a Madera County farmer and owner of a pump company, brings decades of experience at the intersection of agriculture, technology, and water management. In his…
Minturn Nut’s Darren Rigg Talks Almond Industry
…extreme heat and reduced farm inputs. This year’s mild spring and summer should improve quality, yield, and marketability. New plantings are slowing, and water restrictions under the Sustainable Groundwater Management…