Jessica Zimmer

Zimmer is a CA, FL, and NY-licensed attorney based in Sonoma County, CA. She reports on a wide variety of agricultural topics, from community gardens to hops cultivation to the wine industry.
Ways to Succeed in Organic Stone Fruit Production
By Jessica Zimmer|July 6, 2019
You have to get the soil right, for starters, but this award-winning grower says there are numerous other factors.
Knowing When to Irrigate Is at Your Fingertips
By Jessica Zimmer|July 5, 2019
Irrigation apps help growers use the right amount of water at the right time.
Light Is Essential for Good Almond Yields
By Jessica Zimmer|May 26, 2019
Heavily shaded canopies can cause spur mortality and take a bite out of your orchard’s productivity.
Why New Grapevine Suckering Methods May Work for You
By Jessica Zimmer|November 25, 2018
It’s important to weigh the pros and cons of mechanical and chemical suckering.
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