Steve Malanca

Steve Malanca: California Almond Crop May Tighten as Water Challenges Continue

DanAgri-Business, Almonds, Economy, Environment, Interview, Regulation, Special Reports, Trade, Water

Strong Almond Prices and Water Concerns Shape 2026 Outlook California almond growers are entering the 2026 season with cautious optimism as stronger prices, manageable inventories, and steady global demand help …

Family Tree Farms

Daniel Jackson on Family Tree Farms, Blueberries, Water, and California Agriculture’s Future

DanAgri-Business, Berries, Economy, Exports/Imports, Interview, Labor and Immigration, Regulation, Special Reports, Specialty Crops, Trade, Water

Nearly a Century of Farming Excellence Meets Modern Agricultural Challenges When it comes to California tree fruit and blueberries, few voices carry as much weight as Daniel Jackson, President of …

Driscoll CEO Soren Bjorn

Driscoll’s CEO Soren Bjorn Talks California Strawberries, Berry Innovation, Labor, Water, and the Future of Farming

DanAgri-Business, Berries, Interview, Labor and Immigration, Special Reports, Specialty Crops, Water

From California Berry Fields to Global Leadership If you’ve ever purchased strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries at your local grocery store, chances are you’ve seen the iconic Driscoll’s label. What …

David Collenberg

Fifth-Generation Farmer David Collenberg Enters California Lieutenant Governor Race

DanAgri-Business, Biofuels/Energy, Economy, Environment, Infrastructure, Interview, Legislative, Regulation, Special Reports, Water

California agriculture is at a crossroads, and fifth-generation farmer David Collenberg says it is time for working families, farmers, and rural communities to have a stronger voice in Sacramento. During …

Steve Hilton

Steve Hilton Promises Big Changes for California Farmers, Water, and Energy Policies

DanAgri-Business, Biofuels/Energy, Economy, Infrastructure, Interview, Legislative, Regulation, Special Reports, Technology, Water

California gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton joined “The Ag Meter” Nick Papagni for an energetic and wide-ranging interview focused on the future of California agriculture, water policy, energy costs, regulations, and …

Chad Bianco

Chad Bianco Sounds Off on California Agriculture, Water, Energy, and the Future of the Golden State

DanAgri-Business, Biofuels/Energy, Conservation, Economy, Environment, Infrastructure, Interview, Legislative, Regulation, Special Reports, Technology, Water

California agriculture is at a crossroads, and according to Riverside County Sheriff and gubernatorial candidate Chad Bianco, the state’s farming industry is being pushed to the brink by failed government …

California pear growers

California Pear Growers Fight Imports While Delivering Premium Fruit

DanAgri-Business, Drought, Economy, Environment, Exports/Imports, Exports/Imports, Fruits & Vegetables, Interview, Irrigation, Labor and Immigration, Regulation, Special Reports, Specialty Crops, Trade, Water

California’s pear industry may be smaller than it once was, but its growers are fighting harder than ever to preserve the quality, reputation, and future of one of the state’s …

Darren Schmall

From Farming to Fast-Growing Trees: Darren Schmall’s Vision for California Agriculture

DanAgri-Business, Conservation, Economy, Environment, Horticulture, Interview, Special Reports, Specialty Crops, Wine

In the heart of Madera County, California, “The Ag Meter” Nick Papagni recently sat down with fourth-generation farmer and entrepreneur Darren Schmall at the popular ApCal Rock and Ranch. What …