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Pistachio Wars: Wonderful Company tax chief completes testimony in Assemi legal fight
The top tax executive for the Wonderful Company testified to dealings between the Assemi family and the Resnick-backed farming giant.
November 7, 2023
Valley fruit packer objects to expedited Prima Wawona bankruptcy sale
Trinity Fruit Company is arguing that Prima Wawona's hasty bankruptcy moves are violating Federal statutes to protect farming vendors owed money for crops.
November 6, 2023
After long wait, House OKs Valadao’s water reforms
A bill featuring critical reforms for California water availability and access was approved by the House of Representatives after a lengthy wait.
October 26, 2023
Capitol Hill chaos, uncertainty cloud the Farm Bill, U.S. farmers’ future
The legislative cornerstone of U.S. agriculture is caught in a complicated web of Capitol Hill battles, writes Harris Farms' William Bourdeau.
October 24, 2023
Feds OK plans for major expansion of San Luis Reservoir
The Federal bipartisan infrastructure law and the WIIN Act have combined to fund a major expansion of San Luis Reservoir.
October 20, 2023
Pistachio War between Assemi family, Wonderful’s Resnick hits Fresno courtroom
The battle between a major Fresno family and the world’s largest pistachio processor is running its course in court.
October 18, 2023
Calif. agriculture is pioneering a new era of innovation, resilience
"California's farmers are not just cultivators of the land; they are architects of community well-being," writes William Bourdeau for Sun View.
October 16, 2023
Prima Wawona to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, seeking potential third-party buyer
After losing nearly all of its value and facing a lawsuit from former CEO Dan Gerawan, ownership of Prima Wawona will be changing hands.
October 13, 2023
Fresno Co. crops reach record high values, Tulare Co. takes top Ag county crown.
Fresno County continues to post strong agricultural numbers as grapes became the top crop.
October 11, 2023
Ariz. to terminate leases to Saudi-controlled farms
Saudi-controlled farms on leased land were kicked out due to unabated groundwater pumping, Arizona officials announced.
October 4, 2023