No Ifs, Ands, or Nuts: Almond Market Shows Strong Demand
By Valley Ag Voice Staff
Record-breaking almond shipments over 10 consecutive months have led to a dramatic reduction in carryout, signaling robust...
Executive Director’s Report
By Rachel Nettleton, Executive Director, Kern County Farm Bureau
This month marks my one-year anniversary with the Kern County Farm Bureau, and...
OPINION: Battling the Elements
By Austin Snedden, Ranching Contributor, Valley Ag Voice
When it comes to raising livestock in the United States, almost every region has...
Central Valley’s Agribusiness Sector Sees Dynamic Changes
By Valley Ag Voice Staff
The agriculture industry in the Central Valley has seen tremendous movement in acquisitions and expansions of existing...
Central Valley Farmers Withstand Legislation, Litigation, and Regulatory Pressure
By Natalie Willis, Reporter, Valley Ag Voice
Two L-words are getting Central Valley agriculture in the weeds — legislation and litigation. Alongside...
The Maddy Institute Champions Agricultural Policy and Leadership in the San Joaquin Valley
By Natalie Willis, Reporter, Valley Ag Voice
The Maddy Institute, a nonpartisan public policy organization with a focus on the San Joaquin...
KCFB: Young Farmers and Ranchers
By Christine Johnson, Chair, Young Farmers and Ranchers
Spring has been quite busy for the Kern Young Farmers and Ranchers. In April,...
Grimmway Farm Acquires San Miguel Produce
By Valley Ag Voice Staff
Grimmway Farms, a leading global fresh produce company based in Bakersfield, announced its acquisition of Oxnard-based San...
USDA Cuts Data Collections Programs
By Valley Ag Voice Staff
The USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service hosted a webinar on May 8 to discuss recently discontinued data...
Kern County Brings Back Dairy Princess Program
By Valley Ag Voice Staff
The Dairy Princess Program for District 6 — Kern, San Luis Obispo, and Santa Barbara counties —...
Oxbo Deepens Roots in Central Valley with Bakersfield Opening
Oxbo's tech solutions aim to mitigate agricultural labor challenges.
By Natalie Willis, Reporter, Valley Ag Voice
Oxbo, a global farm machinery and equipment...
KCFB: President’s Message
By Jenny Holtermann, President, Kern County Farm Bureau
Advocacy—
Oxford Dictionary defines an advocate as a person who publicly supports or recommends a...
KCFB: Executive Director’s Report
By Rachel Nettleton, Executive Director, Kern County Farm Bureau
The Kern County Farm Bureau recently celebrated a milestone with our 40th Annual...
KCFB: Young Farmers and Ranchers
By Christine Johnson, Chair, Young Farmers and Ranchers
Springtime brings the most beautiful weather to Kern County, which is the perfect time...
Save-the-Date for these Agricultural Events
By Valley Ag Voice Staff
May is packed with several exciting events for professionals in the agriculture industry.
NETWORKING & CONFERENCES
On May 1-2,...
KCFB: Young Farmers and Ranchers
By Christine Johnson, Chair, Young Farmers and Ranchers
Another election season is upon us, and while I hope your preferred candidates made...
ASFMRA Conference Unveils Insights into Agricultural Land Values
SGMA Breakdown of the 2024 Trends in Agricultural Land and Lease Values.
By Natalie Willis, Reporter, Valley Ag Voice
Agricultural land value continues...
Central Valley Subbasins Face Potential State Intervention
Tule Subbasin becomes second groundwater basin recommended for state takeover.
By Natalie Willis, Reporter, Valley Ag Voice
Groundwater resources continue to dwindle and...
KCFB: President’s Message
By Jenny Holtermann, President, Kern County Farm Bureau
California grows more than half of the nation’s fruits, nuts, and vegetables. Kern County...
Protect the Pollinators: Beehive Health and Central Valley Theft Crisis
By Natalie Willis, Reporter, Valley Ag Voice
Central Valley almond farmers need bees like a symphony needs musicians — without them, almond...
KCFB: Executive Director’s Report
By Rachel Nettleton, Executive Director, Kern County Farm Bureau
The Kern County Farm Bureau is eagerly anticipating our 40th Annual Farm Day...
Empowering Women in Agriculture, CWA’s Impact
By Valley Ag Voice Staff
In the heart of Central Valley's agricultural landscape, a group of remarkable women is making strides in...
Kern County Ag Feels the Pinch as Land Values Drop
By Natalie Willis, Reporter, Valley Ag Voice
Despite the recent 2023 Land Value summary from the U.S. Department of Agriculture showing that...
Kern County Farm Bureau Teaches Growers to ‘Spray Safe’
By Valley Ag Voice Staff
Kern County Farm Bureau’s 18th Annual Spray Safe Event kicked off at 7 a.m. on Jan. 19...
Rooster’s Honky Tonk Celebrates Bluegrass Music with Great 48
By Valley Ag Voice Staff
The Bakersfield Great 48 — a weekend of Bluegrass and Old-time music — kicked off yesterday with...
Secretary of State Finalizes Central Valley Candidates
A look at who's on the ballot for 2024.
By Natalie Willis, Reporter, Valley Ag Voice
Following the Sacramento Superior Court’s decision...
