…California’s quick-changing weather patterns. Nick offers a detailed look at the pistachio sector, noting the industry’s record-breaking 2025 harvest. He explains how growers are paid and how storage cycles work…
Organic Growers Summit 2025 in Monterey: Technology, Education, and Sustainable Farming Innovations
…Education, and Sustainable Farming Innovations A Deep Dive Into the Organic Growers Summit The Organic Growers Summit, taking place December 3rd and 4th at the Hyatt in Monterey, California, promises…
Inside the AgNet News Hour: Meat Markets, Organic Innovation, and the Future of Farming
…Events for the Organic Grower Summit (OGS), scheduled for December 3–4 in Monterey, California. Jungmann outlines the mission and growth of the summit, which brings together growers, researchers, suppliers, and…
Chef Darren Hill Serves Up Turkey Tips and Holiday Food Safety on Thanksgiving Week Edition
…pattern. As for how growers plan production, Hill said turkey processors ramp up months in advance. Orders from major retailers are often placed in July or August so that birds…
Fourth-Generation Farming in the South Valley: An Interview with Jason Giannelli
…Prices and Dairy Management Despite technological advances, farming remains subject to market realities. Giannelli points out that growers are price takers, meaning they have little control over commodity prices. “All…
Jason Gianelli: Water, Labor, and the Future of Farming in the South Valley
…their allocation but rarely receive it. Even strong districts aren’t getting full deliveries, and SGMA-driven pumping limits are forcing growers to rethink cropping patterns. “You can’t conserve your way out…
Celebrating California Agriculture: Education, Advocacy, and Community with Anna Genasci
…channels efforts specifically into educational programs for youth, growers, farm workers, and consumers. The foundation’s mission is to connect Californians to agriculture, fostering awareness and pride in the state’s diverse…
Anna Genasci Champions Ag Education and Community Pride in Stanislaus County
…by just nine members. Genasci praised her team, especially Membership Coordinator Abby, for helping families, growers, and ag-adjacent businesses understand the value of joining. “Every member matters,” she said. “All…
Semios Advances Smart Farming with Automation & Precision
…Growers’ Needs Semios Group’s strength is rooted in a deep understanding of the challenges growers face today. Pistoresi emphasizes that effective tools must be grounded in real-world farming experience. His…
Stephen Pistoresi Shares How Semios Is Transforming Pest Control, Irrigation, and the Future of Farming
…General Manager of On-Farm Solutions for Semios. What followed was a deep dive into pest control, water management, automation, and how Semios’ suite of products is helping growers tackle today’s…
SOLIX Robotics: Solar-Powered Autonomy for Modern Farmers
…more efficient. Instead of forcing growers to choose between hauling grain, repairing equipment, or scouting fields, SOLIX handles foundational agronomic tasks so growers can focus on higher-value work. This shift,…
Solinftec’s Taylor Wetli Talks Solar Robotics and the Future of Smart Farming
…ag-tech company behind the SOLIX autonomous sprayer. The discussion highlighted how robotics, AI, and solar power are transforming fieldwork and offering growers new tools to save money, time, and labor. Wetli explained…
Inside FIRA USA 2025: California’s AgTech Future
…the CSU system, Western Growers, California Farm Bureau, and numerous innovation hubs across the Central Valley. Smart Investment and Farmer-Driven Solutions While more funding is flowing into ag tech than…
California Table Grapes: A Strong, High-Quality Season
…arrived in the valley, but growers were prepared. Plastic vineyard coverings—typically installed around mid-September—protected fruit and extended harvest windows. “We still have growers harvesting today in California,” LeMay noted. Some…