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Rooted in Tradition, Growing the Future: Highlights from the 48th Annual Ag Boosters Barbecue
On September 7, the 48th Annual Ag Boosters Barbecue took place at George’s River Ranch, bringing together community members, growers,...

by AGC News
53 minutes ago2 min read


From the Fields to FFA Leadership: Brandon Moctezuma’s Journey in Agriculture
At just 17 years old, Brandon Moctezuma, a senior at Foothill High School in Bakersfield, already carries with him a story that reflects...

by AGC News
5 days ago4 min read


California’s Avocado Empire Is Shrinking: Why San Diego Growers Are at a Breaking Point
A Once-Dominant Industry in Decline San Diego County has long stood as the heart of California’s avocado industry, and California itself...

by AGC News
Sep 172 min read


Deion “Coach Prime” Sanders Teams Up with Almond Board of California Once Again to Promote Health and Nutrition
Deion “Coach Prime” Sanders, Hall of Fame athlete and college football coach, has partnered with the Almond Board of California once...

by AGC News
Sep 152 min read


Secretary Rollins Highlights New Opportunities for Farmers Through Farm to School Grants
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has opened applications for its Fiscal Year 2026 Patrick Leahy Farm to School Grants, expanding...

by AGC News
Sep 122 min read


Why the Next Generation of Farmers Gives Us Hope — California's FFA State Treasurer Daren Deftereos' Perspective
Rooted in Farming from the Start Hey! My name is Daren Deftereos and this year I am serving as the 2025-2026 California FFA State...

by AGC News
Sep 107 min read


Chad Bianco Wants to Put the California Dream Back in Farmers’ Hands
From Riverside Sheriff to Statewide Candidate In a recent episode of The Toast Podcast, Riverside County Sheriff and 2026 California...

by AGC News
Aug 203 min read


Federal Funding and State Initiatives Set to Shape California Agriculture in 2025
As California’s agricultural sector looks toward the future, significant federal funding opportunities and upcoming state proposals...

by AGC News
Aug 132 min read


Last Call: San Joaquin Valley Growers Face Deadline for Tractor Replacement Program
Time is running out for growers across the San Joaquin Valley who are considering applying for funding to replace old agricultural...

by AGC News
Jul 302 min read


NFL Star Josh Allen Just Made a Huge Move with Wonderful Pistachios—And It’s a Win for California Growers
Buffalo Bills quarterback and Central Valley native returns to his ag roots in a national campaign blending NFL star power with...

by AGC News
Jul 213 min read


Rollins vs. the Fields: USDA Crackdown Threatens Farm Workforce Stability
As the USDA shifts its tone on migrant labor, growers across the country face mounting uncertainty—and shrinking workforces. The New...

by AGC News
Jul 113 min read


California Farm Bureau Warns Immigration Gaps Could Cripple State Agriculture
Immigrant Labor: California’s Field Foundation California farms employ over 800,000 hired workers—a third of all U.S. farm labor—even...

by AGC News
Jun 232 min read


Ag One Unveils Game-Changing Partnership Program to Fuel the Future of Agriculture
In a bold move to strengthen the connection between industry and education, Ag One officially launched its new Corporate Partnership...

by Kylie Dow
Jun 62 min read


New ICU Beds Could Save Lives And The Mercy Medical Golf Tournament Is Making It Happen
A Day on the Green for a Life-Saving Cause On May 30, 2025, The Ag Center proudly participated in Mercy Medical Center Merced...

by AGC News
Jun 32 min read


From 40 to 48: The Controversial Push to Expand Farmworker Hours
A proposal gaining traction in California agriculture circles aims to undo what many now view as a costly miscalculation: a 2016 labor...

by AGC News
May 163 min read


Planting the Seeds of Impact: How FFA is Cultivating California’s Next Generation of Ag Leaders
The Ag Center had the privilege of attending California FFA’s Seeds of Impact campaign dinner in Visalia—an event dedicated to honoring...

by Kylie Dow
May 22 min read


Why California Growers Should Start Taking Wildfire Risk More Seriously
California agriculture is no stranger to adversity, but one growing threat has become impossible to ignore: wildfire. With climate change...

by Kylie Dow
Apr 92 min read


Newsom Pushes Back as USDA Slashes $47M in Food Bank Funds
Federal Funds Yanked Without Warning Governor Gavin Newsom is calling out the U.S. Department of Agriculture after it abruptly terminated...

by Kylie Dow
Apr 72 min read


Elon Musk’s Controversial Cuts: How Terminating Federal Researchers Hurts California Agriculture
In a move that has sparked widespread criticism within the agricultural industry, Elon Musk has terminated all federally funded...

by Kylie Dow
Feb 282 min read


Trump's Tariff Shift: What It Means for California's Agriculture and Economy
On February 1, 2025, President Donald Trump issued executive orders imposing significant tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and...

by Kylie Dow
Feb 102 min read
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