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Martori Farms acquires Santa Rosa Produce to boost melon production

Martori Farms, a grower and shipper of melons nationwide, recently announced its acquisition of Santa Rosa Produce. The merging of the two well-known farms will increase the supply for high-demand melons and create more than... more »

Water conservation at the local level now a priority in California

Following the driest first three months of a year in the state’s recorded history, California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced March 29 he is taking several steps to drive water conservation at the local level. Newsom... more »

Waisen new advisor for small farms, vegetable crops for California counties

University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources has ramped up its hiring of scientists and staff to better serve California communities. The new hires bring expertise in nutrition, crop production, water management, agricultural land acquisition... more »

Florida ag producers get disaster declaration from USDA

The Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) announced March 22 the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) disaster designation for 17 counties and 10 contiguous counties impacted by the freezing temperatures that occurred from Jan. 23-31.... more »

CA Leadership Farm Bureau program announces 2022 class

Seven agricultural professionals have been chosen for the California Farm Bureau’s 2022 Leadership Farm Bureau program. Leadership Farm Bureau class members will participate in a 10-month educational and development initiative that prepares them for leadership... more »

Duncan Family Farms earns sustainably grown certification

Duncan Family Farms has earned the Sustainably Grown Certification, making it one of the first organic fresh herb, lettuces, greens, and vegetable companies to gain this credential. Duncan Family Farms is a fourth-generation multi-regional certified... more »

California Farm Bureau president urges action to achieve water promises

As California farmers and ranchers face another year of drought and cutbacks in water deliveries, a page out of history served as a reminder that the state's water problems remain urgent – and that their... more »

Vidalia Onion Committee names Grower of the Year

The Vidalia Onion Committee 2021 awards banquet honored McLain Farms and long-time Director of Markets for the Georgia Department of Agriculture Bob Meyer. McLain Farms was named the 2021 "Grower of the Year" and Meyer... more »