Jack Woolf, Fresno Co. farming legend, dies at 102
Longtime west side Valley farmer John Leroy (Jack) Woolf Jr. passed away on July 28 at the age of 102.
Agriculture, Fresno
Agriculture, Bakersfield
UFW targets pistachio processor Primex with NLRB complaint over coronavirus
The Wasco pistachio processor claims the farmworker’s union is using the coronavirus crisis to fabricate claims and boost its membership.
Agriculture, Entertainment, Fresno
Big Times are Rolling: Fresno Fair switches to drive-thru format
The Big Fresno Fair will follow other fairs in the region, hosting a drive-thru and virtual format due to the state’s orders preventing large gatherings.
Agriculture, View
Facing needless obstruction from Newsom, Trump admin. focused on improving water supply for all Californians
Newsom “would rather jeopardize the state’s water supplies than work closely with the Trump administration,” the U.S. Interior Department’s Solicitor writes.
Agriculture, Business
Vie-Del strikes deal for grape concentrate business from Constellation Brands
California’s oldest family-owned grape processor and supplier of brandy, wine and spirits signed the deal at the end of June.
Agriculture, View
Damming up water progress throws Calif.’s future into limbo
Very few people would have ever guessed we would need a massive effort to convince people that the ability to grow food is important.
Agriculture, Business, Highlight
Study: Calif. Ag sector sees billions in coronavirus losses pile up across-the-board
California farmers served as a lynchpin of survival during the initial coronavirus lockdown. Despite its essential status, losses piled up nonetheless.
Agriculture, View
How the Friant Water Authority recaptured control of its destiny to fix the Friant-Kern Canal
The Friant Water Authority has brought good, old fashioned taking of responsibility back into vogue with its approach to fixing the Friant-Kern Canal.
Agriculture, View
Calif. officials deliver another “water-block” over Shasta Dam
The State of California revealed the latest trick up their sleeve in regards to slowing or stopping water delivery to millions of Californians.
Agriculture
In a dry year, Valley water sales get an extra dose of scrutiny
As California navigates a critically dry water year, many business-as-usual elements are getting a second look.