Raising a Glass To Fred Franzia — A True Iconoclast By David Eddy|November 28, 2022 One of California’s largest and most controversial wine grape growers had some lasting lessons for the industry. Read More
The Hidden Margin Leak Between Projected and Actual Harvest Dates By Muhammad Abdullah, Folio3 Agtech|June 2, 2026
New Round of USDA Aid for Specialty Crops Good News for California Walnuts By California Walnut Commission|June 1, 2026
DYK? Walnuts Are a Host for the California-Bound Spotted Lanternfly By David Eddy|November 22, 2022 Notorious pest is known to feast on grapes, but it favors one particular tree nut.
Q&A: Why Succession Planning on the Farm Is a Responsibility By Thomas Skernivitz|November 21, 2022 With seven Vodraskas and plenty of assets and land in the mix, a succession plan became a necessity for Rittman Orchards.
‘Game Changer’ Found for Spotted Wing Drosophila Control in Blueberries By David Eddy|November 15, 2022 USDA says new low-pressure vacuum technology called RipeLocker is breakthrough in fruit storage.
Strategies for Success in Budding First-Year Pistachio By Mae Culumber|November 14, 2022 Timing is critical for good tree establishment.
Succession Planning 101: Knowing When to Hand Over the Keys to the Farm By Thomas Skernivitz|November 8, 2022 Fortunately, the process of succession planning has evolved tremendously over the last 20 years. But, still, it is never easy, even with the help of experts.
Why California Fruit Growers Should Tap Into the State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program By Thomas Skernivitz|November 7, 2022 The early bird gets the worm with grant program. Learn more about what’s known as ‘SWEEP.’
A Plan To Succeed: Why The Passion Still Burns Hot for Patterson Fruit Farm By Thomas Skernivitz|November 1, 2022 As the Pattersons delve into a seventh generation of family ownership, they are reminded that the process of succession planning never stops evolving.
Almond Growers To Get a Boost for Planting Cover Crops By David Eddy|October 31, 2022 USDA grant will provide money for growers to expand the habitat and forage for honey bees.
