Todd Burkdoll

Todd Burkdoll of Valent USA on Coverage, Technology, and the Future of California Agriculture

DanAgri-Business, Citrus, Economy, Grapes, Interview, Irrigation, Labor and Immigration, Special Reports, Water

…plant growth regulators to automation, water management, and how agriculture must balance technology with foundational know-how. This wide-ranging interview delivers practical insight growers can apply immediately—while also offering a thoughtful…

California

AgNet News Hour: Weather, Policy, and Crop Insights in California Agriculture

DanAgNet News Hour, Agri-Business, Almonds, Citrus, Economy, Industry, Interview, Irrigation, Pistachios, Podcasts, Special Reports, Walnuts, Water

…on crop management, water allocation, and future trends heading into 2026. How to Connect Email Todd Bergdoll: tburk@valent.com Learn More & Stay Updated: AgNet West Follow on Social Media: Facebook,…

semios

SEMIOS Pheromone Technology Helps California Growers Manage Pests

DanAgri-Business, Citrus, Interview, Pest Update, Special Reports, Specialty Crops, Tree, nut & vine crops

…General Manager of Farm Solutions for the SEMIOS Group, to discuss innovative pest management solutions for California agriculture. Pistoresi, a Central Valley native and former standout pitcher at San Joaquin…

California

Navigating Agriculture’s Crossroads: Insights from Nick Foglio

DanAgNet News Hour, Agri-Business, Almonds, Commodities, Economy, Exports/Imports, Exports/Imports, Hay/Alfalfa, Industry, Interview, Labor and Immigration, Pistachios, Podcasts, Regulation, Special Reports, Specialty Crops, Tariffs, Technology, Trade, Wine

…volume movement. One bright spot was dry cow alfalfa, which outperformed 2024 thanks to less low-quality weed hay available. With milk prices softening and exportable inventory staying in-state, Folio expects…

Dan Janzen

Faith, Farming, and the Future: Dan Janzen at the Organic Growers Summit

DanAgri-Business, Economy, Education, Interview, Irrigation, Legislative, Organic, Regulation, Special Reports, Water

…As Dan observed California’s struggles with water management, he voiced concerns about regulatory approaches that treat human impact as inherently negative. He argued that solving the state’s water crisis requires…

John Deere

John Deere on Organic Farming, Automation & the Future of Agriculture

DanAgri-Business, As Seen On Instagram, Economy, Field & Row Crops, Industry, Interview, Organic, Special Reports, Technology

…or organic, we have the same technology to optimize inputs, labor, and farm management,” he said. He emphasized the value of the Grower Summit, which provides a platform to interact…

California

The Future of California Agriculture: Water, Utilities, and Advocacy Insights from Roger Isom

DanAgri-Business, Almonds, Commodities, Economy, Interview, Irrigation, Labor and Immigration, Legislative, Pistachios, Regulation, Special Reports, Walnuts, Water

…year, while sustainable pest management plans increase paperwork for growers without necessarily improving results. Isom also highlighted restrictions on automation, such as driverless tractors, which OSHA prohibits even though autonomous…

California

Regulations, Water Challenges, and the 2026 Outlook: Roger Isom on the AgNet News Hour

DanAgNet News Hour, Agri-Business, Economy, Environment, Interview, Irrigation, Labor and Immigration, Legislative, Podcasts, Regulation, Special Reports, Water, Wine

…and crop protection. Sustainable pest management: Phase-out of priority pesticides by 2050 raises concerns about balanced advisory representation. Automation hurdles: Driverless tractors face restrictions under OSHA rules, despite driverless cars…

California

AgNet News Hour: Midweek Agriculture Insights & Industry Headlines

DanAgNet News Hour, Agri-Business, Cattle, Economy, Interview, Podcasts, Special Reports

…From pork to dairy, U.S. producers continue proving they can do more with less. Better nutrition, management, and automation are driving higher output even as herd sizes decline. Looking Ahead…

Colleen Cecil

Inside Butte County Agriculture: Education, Community, and Critical Issues

DanAgri-Business, Economy, Education, Environment, Event, Interview, Irrigation, Legislative, Regulation, Special Reports, Water

…A long growing season Active participation in groundwater planning Farmers in the area are at the table as the county navigates SGMA (Sustainable Groundwater Management Act) requirements. While compliance isn’t…