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Here is part 2 on key pests across multiple specialty crops in California. Todd Burkdoll, Field Market Development Manager with Valent U.S.A., says success this season will come down to ...

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A simple introduction to a powerful turning point in rural America. The arrival of electricity to farms in the 1930s didn’t just bring light; it transformed agriculture, rural economies, and ...

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California business owner Dena Maldonado says the Golden State is at a breaking point — and she believes voters, farmers, and small business owners are finally ready for change. During ...

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A Cornerstone of Agricultural Communities One-room schoolhouses stand as a powerful symbol of early American life, particularly in rural and agricultural communities. As highlighted by agricultural historian Mark Oppold, these ...

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In this episode of Voices of the Valley, we explore the future of regenerative agriculture through the lens of stewardship, conservation and long-term resilience. Hosted by Western Growers’ Jeana Cadby, ...

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While many crop pests are easy to spot above ground, some of the most damaging threats remain hidden below the soil surface. Bryce Borges, Market Development Specialist with Corteva, says ...

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California agriculture is facing one of the most pivotal moments in its history, according to Roger Isom, president and CEO of the Western Tree Nut Association and the California Cotton ...

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The Early 1900s: Electricity as a Luxury In the early 20th century, electricity was not the everyday utility we know today—it was considered a luxury. As shared by agricultural broadcaster ...

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A Rare Moment in American Agricultural History In a remarkable snapshot of rural America, Mark Oppold highlights an extraordinary farmland auction that captured the attention of the local farming community ...

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As California specialty crops move deeper into the growing season, growers are facing pressure from a wide range of pests across multiple commodities. Todd Burkdoll, Field Market Development Manager with ...

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