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...
Political Commentary: Farewell to a Leader in Central Valley Agriculture
By Valley Ag Voice Editorial Staff
With the loss of representation from Central Valley native and agricultural advocate Kevin McCarthy, California faces...
Recent California Legislation Addresses Pigs, Water and Farm Bill Priorities
New Regulations for Central Valley Farmers.
Natalie Willis, Reporter, Valley Ag Voice
There are three major legislative events occurring in 2023 that could...
Emily Rooney Named to DWR Task Force
Reprinted with Permission from the Department of Water Resources (DWR)
The Department of Water Resources (DWR) selected Ag Council President Emily Rooney...
Giumarra Companies’ Kristina Lorusso Discusses Citrus Outlook
By Melissa De Leon Chavez
Reprinted with permission from AndNowUKnow
The Golden State has seen more weather in previous months than in recent...
Western Growers to Honor John D’Arrigo at the 2023 Annual Meeting
Press Release Provided by Western Growers
During its quarterly Board Meeting, the Western Growers Executive Committee announced it will bestow D’Arrigo Bros....
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...
California Farm Bureau Congratulates SpeakerKevin McCarthy
California Farm Bureau President Jamie Johansson applauds California’s Kevin McCarthy on his election as Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives.
“As...
Aerial Applicators–A Conscientious Pilot’s Wish
Jon Slikker Jr., Aerial Applicator, Vince Dusters
When pulling up to a railroad crossing and patiently waiting for the train to pass,...
Johansson Calls for Restoring Farm Bounty
California Farm Bureau President Jamie Johansson on Monday urged lawmakers and society at large to adopt a new mindset in their...
Agriculture in the Classroom Program Honors ‘Outstanding Educator’
Press Release Provided by California Farm Bureau Federation
A middle school teacher in Los Angeles who introduces urban students to farming 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...
The Wonderful Company Announces Morea than $1 Million in Community Grants to Central Valley...
Thirty-One Grantees Chosen for Their Critical Work in California’s Central Valley, Building on the Wonderful Company’s Longstanding Commitment to the Region
Press...
Jeff Huckaby Named Grower of the Year at Organic Grower Summit
Press Release Provided by Grimmway Farms
On December 1st, Grimmway Farms President and CEO Jeff Huckaby received the Grower of the...
What “They” Don’t Know Can Hurt You
By Scott Hamilton, President, Hamilton Resources Economics
“Life is full of uncertainties. Your food supply should not be one of them.” That...
Western Growers Announces Results of Board of Directors Election
Press Release Provided by Wester Growers
Western Growers is pleased to announce the results of the 2023-2024 Western Growers Board of Directors...
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....
Legislators Request a Unified Valley Voice
By Scott Hamilton, President, Hamilton Resources Economics
The challenges associated with achieving groundwater sustainability were abundant at a regional meeting of the...
YF&R Member Tracks Water Supplies, Groundwater Rules
Christine Souza
Assistant Editor, Ag Alert
By Christine Souza, Assistant Editor, Ag Alert
Reprinted with Permission from California Farm Bureau Federation
(This is the first...
Kaelyn Peterson Joins Grimmway Farms as Director of Strategic Communications and Engagement
Press Release Provided by Grimmway Farms
Grimmway Farms today announced that Kaelyn Peterson has been named Director of Strategic Communications and Engagement....
WAKC Hosts Water Legislative Update
By Audrey Hill, Feature Contributor, Valley Ag Voice
On July 26th, 2022 the Water Association of Kern County held a Water Legislation...
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...
National Nutrition Strategy, White House Nutrition Conference
Press Release Provided by International Fresh Produce Association
Recently the International Fresh Produce Association submitted an 8-point plan of recommendations illustrating how...
Holloway President Vard Terry Retires After 50 Years of Service
Part of three generations of Holloway employees, Terry celebrated 50 years of service on Dec. 18; He will remain with company...
Brent Reed Joins Scythe & Spade As West Coast Regional Manager
Led by a Seasoned Veteran and 3rd-Generation Californian, Scythe & Spade expands their presence in the West
Press Release Provided by American...
Hurtado Attends Historical Groundbreaking of Construction On Friant-Kern Canal
Press release provided by Senator Melissa Hurtado
On January 25th, Senator Melissa Hurtado (D-Sanger) released the following statement after attending the historical...
