Amazon Will Pay State Nearly $5M for Illegal Pesticide Sales in California
Press Release Provided by Department of Pesticide Regulation
The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) has reached a multimillion-dollar legal agreement with...
John Deere Updates, Adds to Its Lineup of Orchard and Vineyard Tractors
Press Release Provided by John Deere
John Deere is widening its lineup of specialty tractors designed for work in narrow orchards and...
Almond Board of California Search Committee Preparing for 2023 CEO Transition
Press Release by Almond Board of California
Almond Board of California President and CEO Richard Waycott has informed the board of directors...
Registration and Call for Posters Underway for 30th Annual FREP/WPH Nutrient Management Conference
Press Release by California Department of Food and Agriculture
Registration is now open for the 30th annual Nutrient Management Conference, hosted by...
Seminars on Soil Health, AgTech, International Trade, and More Published by World Ag Expo
By Brian Milne, Vice President, Director of Marketing & Communications, The Holloway Group
World Ag Expo is still eight months away, but...
For Water Projects, Feasibility is Not Affordability
By Scott Hamilton, President, Hamilton Resource Economics
Kern has a big problem. It is the subbasin with the most significant water shortage...
New Study Suggests Dairy Digesters Aren’t Cost Effective — Who’s Milking It?
By Natalie Willis, Reporter, Valley Ag Voice
Amidst the dissonant voices debating the future of California’s dairy industry, one narrative remains steadfast...
New Directors of Almond Board of California Begin Their Terms
The new Board of Directors of the Almond Board of California (ABC) took their seats on August 4th with four voting...
NGFA Supports Freight Rail Shipping Fair Market Act Introduced in the House
Source: National Grain and Feed Association
On August 2nd, the National Grain and Feed Association (NGFA) commended House Transportation and Infrastructure Railroads,...
NGFA Commends Senate for Passing WRDA 2022
Source: National Grain and Feed Association
On July 28th, the National Grain and Feed Association (NGFA) commended the Senate for passing by...
USDA Publishes Organic Livestock and Poultry Standards Proposed Rule
Press Release Provided by U.S. Department of Agriculture
On August 5th, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) previewed the Organic Livestock and...
Thank a Farmer
Reprinted with Permission from Congressman Kevin McCarthy, Speaker of the House
On Tuesday, February 14, 2023, Speaker of the House and Representative...
2024 World Ag Expo: ‘The Best Farm Show on Dirt’
By Valley Ag Voice Staff
The 57th Annual World Ag Expo ran from Feb. 13 - 15 this year, spotlighting over 1,200...
Kern County Water Summit Dives Deep Into Water Management
Summit panelists examine the complex relationship between water rights, SGMA compliance, and economic sectors in Kern County.
By Natalie Willis, Reporter, Valley...
World Ag Expo Underscores Water Education and SGMA Compliance
By Valley Ag Voice Staff
For years, water woes have plagued growers in the Central Valley. From decreased groundwater allocations and critically...
Top 10 Products for 2024 World Ag Expo
By Valley Ag Voice Staff
Ahead of the 2024 World Ag Expo on Feb 13-15, the Top 10 New Products were announced....
US Department of Labor Announces Final Rule to Improve H-2A Visa Program
Regulations bolster H-2A, US workers’ protections; improve employers’ application process
Press Release Provided by US Department of Labor
The U.S. Department of Labor...
CA Association of Winegrape Growers Announces Natalie Collins as Interim President
Press Release by CA Association of Winegrape Growers
On July 27th, California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG) Chairman Tom Slater announced the...
AFBF Signs Right to Repair Memorandum of Understanding with John Deere
Press Release Provided by the American Farm Bureau Federation
The American Farm Bureau Federation and John Deere signed a memorandum of understanding...
Planning Is Critical As Farms Transfer to New Generations
By Lisa McEwen, Reporter, Ag Alert
Reprinted with Permission from California Farm Bureau Federation
At Good Humus Produce, a small organic farm in...
A Changing Market Gets a More Durable Cantaloupe
By Vicky Boyd, Reporter
Reprinted with Permission from California Farm Bureau Federation
Faced with pressure from grocery retailers and increasing labor costs, the...
Walnuts Meet the Criteria for “Healthy,” According to a New Proposed Definition by the...
Press Release Provided by California Walnut Board
Walnuts meet the criteria for a “healthy” food based on the important nutrients they...
WAPA Welcomes Edward Holquin to the WAPA Team
Press Release Provided by Western Agricultural Processors Association
The Association would like to welcome Edward Holquin to the WAPA Team! Edward is...
Grimmway Farms Welcomes John Liu as Vice President of Food Safety
Press Release Provided by Grimmway Farms
Grimmway Farms announced in October that John Liu has been named Vice President of Food Safety....
California Citrus Farmers Wrestle with Invasive Pests Amidst Market Optimism
Citrus Showcase 2024 highlights the industry's economic landscape and battle against invasive pests.
By Natalie Willis, Reporter, Valley Ag Voice
As the top...
Growers Spend $500,000 Per Year on Automation
The second annual Western Growers Specialty Crop Automation Report reveals a 25 percent increase in average year-over-year agtech investment as the...
