Best MyAgLife Podcasts (2026)

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1/2/2026 – MyAgLife Episode 262: Interview with Russell Taylor on Humic and Biostimulant Label Changes 2:27

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Kristin Platts talks with with Russell Taylor of Live Earth Products and the Humic Products Trade Association at the 2025 Almond Conference for a quick update on new humic and biostimulant regulations. Taylor explains California’s recent label changes, national regulatory alignment and what growers can expect as new product claims roll out over the…

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12/26/25 - The Ag Executive Episode 19: Interview with JCS Marketing’s Editorial Team on Key Takeaways From 2025 and What’s Ahead in 2026. 29:14

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Jason Scott sits down with the JCS editorial team to reflect on the biggest ag themes of 2025 and what’s ahead for 2026. Kristin Platts, Cecilia Parsons and Jay Visser share insights from the field, including efficiency trends, technology adoption and changing grower priorities. They also preview the coverage and conversations shaping West Coast Nu…

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12/5/25 - Farm Bureau Friday Episode 23: Interview with California Farm Bureau President Shannon Douglass on 2025 Progress and Membership Outreach Priorities for 2026 36:57

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Stanislaus County Farm Bureau’s Anna Genasci and JCS Marketing’s Kristin Platts sit down with California Farm Bureau President Shannon Douglass to discuss the organization’s key challenges and achievements in 2025 and what they mean for California agriculture. Douglass highlights how Farm Bureau is addressing regulatory pressures, strengthening adv…

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Episode 1226 | November 26, 2025 | Soil Health Series with American Pistachio Growers: Future of Soil Health Part 2 21:35

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On today's episode, the experts discuss a grower-led roadmap to soil health over the next 5 to 10 years, prioritizing incremental regenerative improvements, data-backed ROI and stakeholder collaboration to stay ahead of tightening regulations while keeping farms profitable. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's spo…

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Episode 1225 | November 25, 2025 | Soil Health Series with American Pistachio Growers: The Future of Soil Health Part 1 23:28

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On today's episode, the experts discuss relevant soil health findings out of UC and USDA that will help shape future orchard management. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their website. American Pistachio Growers - https://ameri…

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Episode 1224 | November 24, 2025 | Nematode Challenges and Solutions in Almonds 21:11

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On this week's MyAgLife in Almonds episode, UC Riverside nematologist Dr. Andreas Westphal discusses nematode-resistant almond rootstocks and lower-cost anaerobic soil disinfestation strategies to manage root lesion and ring nematodes in orchards. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible …

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11/21/25 - The Ag Executive Episode 18: Interview with Todd Sanders on Leading Nine Commodity Entities, Policy Headwinds, Buying Local and More 18:13

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Jason Scott sits down with Todd Sanders, executive director at California Apple Commission, California Blueberry Commission, California Wild Rice Advisory Board, California Olive Committee and more, to discuss how he fell into agriculture and the everyday fight in Sacramento/DC. Sanders urges retailers to back locally grown produce and spotlights r…

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Episode 1223 | November 21, 2025 | How Clean Fuel from U.S. Soybeans is Driving Down California Emissions 22:34

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On today's episode, American Soybean Association's Josh Rahm discusses how renewable diesel and biodiesel powered by U.S. soybeans are lowering California emissions and strengthening rural economies, as well as how grower-first policies can scale these benefits nationwide. More on this development can be found at the California Air Resources Board …

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Episode 1222 | November 20, 2025 | Researchers Find Compost Boosts Super-High-Density Olive Orchards 22:47

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On today's episode, UC Davis's Andrew Curtright discusses a two-year field study in California’s Central Valley showing that super high-density olive orchards can maintain yield and oil quality with roughly half the traditional nitrogen fertilizer, while compost improves nitrogen uptake, retention and more. Supporting the People who Support Agricul…

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Episode 1221 | November 19, 2025 | DPR Proposing to Tighten Rodenticide Regulations 22:57

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On today's episode, Western Tree Nut Association's Roger Isom discusses the Department of Pesticide Regulation’s proposed rodenticide restrictions, which could reshape pest control strategies statewide, leaving growers to navigate mounting rodent pressure and costly compliance challenges. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to t…

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Episode 1220 | November 18, 2025 | Grower-Led Mapping Project Redefines California’s Vineyard Footprint 19:53

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On today's episode, California Association of Winegrape Growers' Natalie Collins discusses a new statewide project that reveals the most accurate picture yet of California’s winegrape acreage using advanced technology and field verification. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get…

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Episode 1219 | November 17, 2025 | Strategic Marketing Improves China Almond Consumption 20:12

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On this week's MyAgLife in Almonds episode, Almond Board of California's Laura Morin discusses the board's China marketing strategy for California almonds, which blends data, livestreams and innovation in an effective partnership that is redefining almond snacking. Special thanks to the Almond Board of California for permission to use this segment.…

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11/14/25 - Farm Bureau Friday Episode 22: Interview with Modesto Junior College's Troy Gravatt about Building a Pipeline of Skilled Students for California's Ag Workforce 29:56

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Stanislaus County Farm Bureau’s Anna Genasci and JCS Marketing’s Kristin Platts sit down with Troy Gravatt, dean of agriculture, environmental sciences and technical education at Modesto Junior College, to discuss how the college's agriculture program continues to build a strong pipeline of skilled, career-ready students entering California’s ag wo…

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Episode 1218 | November 14, 2025 | Regional and National Ag News 14:24

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On today's episode, Lorrie Boyer covers today's top California and national ag news. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their website. New Age Ag Service - https://www.newageagservices.com/ Farmblox - https://myaglife.com/farmblo…

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Episode 1217 | November 13, 2025 | Safer, Automated pH Control for Irrigation 18:00

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On this week's MyAgLife in Technology episode, Eco2Mix's Waldo Moraga discusses fully automating water pH control using carbonic acid as opposed to the industry standard sulfuric acid. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their web…

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Episode 1216 | November 12, 2025 | Soil Health Series with American Pistachio Growers: Economics of Soil Health Part 2 22:50

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On today's episode, the experts discuss what happens when growers cut corners versus when they invest strategically in soil health. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their website. American Pistachio Growers - https://americanpi…

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Episode 1215 | November 11, 2025 | Soil Health Series with American Pistachio Growers: Economics of Soil Health Part 1 20:56

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On today's episode, American Pistachio Growers board member and grower Justin Wylie discusses how and when soil health practices can pencil out for the grower. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their website. American Pistachio …

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Episode 1214 | November 10, 2025 | November's Top Almond Article 21:38

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On this week's MyAgLife in Almonds episode, hear the top almond article from the November edition of West Coast Nut on starting navel orangeworm control with good sanitation. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their website. New …

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11/7/25 - The Ag Executive Episode 17: Interview with Grower and AgTech CEO James Nichols on His Playbook for Smarter Specialty Crops, Water and Automation, and More 15:30

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Nichols Farms VP of Farming and HotSpot AG CEO James Nichols shares his grower-to-AgTech journey and a water-first playbook built on ET scheduling, automated irrigation and continuous fertigation. He breaks down SGMA compliance, evolving pest pressures in pistachios and what’s next in nutrient dosing and crop protection.…

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Episode 1213 | November 7, 2025 | Optimal Food Sources for Keeping Microbes Out of Dormancy 22:09

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On today's episode, hear why up to 75% of soil microbes stay dormant without the right food and how balanced carbon-rich inputs, compost/manure and crop residue can awaken microbial diversity, improve stress resilience and more. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your dai…

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Episode 1212 | November 6, 2025 | Plant-Available Nutrition and Split Applications Have Big Impact in Recent Citrus Trial 21:30

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On today's episode, AgroLiquid's Abe Isaak breaks down year-one citrus trial results showing stable yields with larger fruit and higher margins through plant-available nutrients, split applications and cost-efficient programs. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily…

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Episode 1211 | November 5, 2025 | California Farms Have New System to Fight Back Against Ag Theft 15:00

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On today's episode, 16-year ag-crime veteran Bobby Rader explains how copper, fuel and equipment thefts are inflicting staggering losses on Central Valley growers and insurers, and why a new real-time tamper-detection system could finally flip the advantage from criminals to growers and law enforcement. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture…

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Episode 1210 | November 4, 2025 | New Foliar Nutrition Tool May Change the Game for Corn and Wheat Growers 19:41

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On today's episode, Galynn Beer of Tidal Grow AgriScience discusses a new foliar nitrogen solution to help corn and wheat growers cut losses, boost efficiency and time applications with existing passes for smarter nutrient use. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your dail…

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Episode 1209 | November 3, 2025 | Think About Almond Harvest Samples, Pollination Contracts and More in November 15:57

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On this week's MyAgLife in Almonds episode, UCCE Farm Advisor Franz Niederholzer discusses how to inspect stored harvest samples for damage and locking in pollination contracts for 2026. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their w…

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Episode 1208 | October 31, 2025 | Key Actions to Prepare for Flooding, Extreme Weather this Winter 18:22

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On today's episode, State Climatologist Dr. Mike Anderson outlines how growers can best prepare for extreme weather events ahead of winter. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their website. New Age Ag Service - https://www.newage…

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10/31/25 - MyAgLife Episode 261: Interview with UCCE's Franz Niederholzer on November Almond Management Considerations 17:41

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Taylor Chalstrom sits down with Franz Niederholzer, UCCE farm advisor for Colusa and Sutter/Yuba counties, to discuss November almond management, including dormant spur sampling, protecting beneficials, fall potassium strategies, winter irrigation targets and more.By MyAgLife

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Episode 1207 | October 30, 2025 | AI Irrigation Paves Way for Smarter Almond Orchards 21:38

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On this week's MyAgLife in Technology episode, UC Merced's Wan Du discusses how he and other UC Merced researchers are testing AI-driven irrigation in almond orchards to optimize water use, cut costs and redefine sustainable farming. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you you…

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Episode 1206 | October 29, 2025 | Soil Health Series with American Pistachio Growers: Biological Inputs and Microbial Life Part 2 23:29

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In part 1 of this week's Soil Health Series installment with American Pistachio Growers, the experts discuss how biological inputs interact with the soil web and what management choices help them establish and persist. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. P…

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Episode 1205 | October 28, 2025 | Soil Health Series with American Pistachio Growers: Biological Inputs and Microbial Life Part 1 19:19

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In part 1 of this week's Soil Health Series installment with American Pistachio Growers, the experts discuss the role that mycorrhizae, beneficial fungi and other biological inputs realistically play in soils and where consistent responses have been seen. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it p…

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Episode 1204 | October 27, 2025 | Almond Tariff Updates and Trade Winds 19:50

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On this week's MyAgLife in Almonds episode, Almond Board of California updates on Turkey’s removal of retaliatory tariffs, evolving trade talks with India and how global diversification is shaping a more resilient export future. Special thanks to the Almond Board for permission to use this segment. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Than…

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10/24/25 - MyAgLife Episode 260: Interview with CCA Eryn Wingate on How Nitrogen-Fixing Bacteria Can Assist Crop Fertilization 18:22

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Taylor Chalstrom sits down with Eryn Wingate, independent CCA and board treasurer of Western Region Certified Crop Advisers, to discuss how nitrogen-fixing bacteria naturally enrich soil and, under the right circumstances, reduce the need for synthetic fertilizers.By MyAgLife

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Episode 1203 | October 24, 2025 | October's Top Pistachio Article 22:12

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On today's episode, hear this month's top pistachio article by Cecilia Parsons on best management practices for new pistachio plantings. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their website. New Age Ag Service - https://www.newageags…

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Episode 1202 | October 23, 2025 | Regional and National Ag News 14:49

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On today's episode, Lorrie Boyer covers today's top California and national ag news. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their website. New Age Ag Service - https://www.newageagservices.com/ Farmblox - https://myaglife.com/farmblo…

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Episode 1201 | October 22, 2025 | Setting the Record Straight on Pesticide Safety in California 22:15

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On today's episode, Western Plant Health Association's Renee Pinel discusses how far the state’s safety standards have come and why open communication between growers and their communities is key to building trust and sharing the real story about pesticide use. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who mak…

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Episode 1200 | October 21, 2025 | Regional and National Ag News 15:55

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On today's episode, Lorrie Boyer covers today's top California and national ag news. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their website. New Age Ag Service - https://www.newageagservices.com/ Farmblox - https://myaglife.com/farmblo…

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Episode 1199 | October 20, 2025 | Smarter Fertility Starts After Almond Harvest 20:54

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On this week's MyAgLife in Almonds episode, AgroLiquid's Dylan Rogers discusses why postharvest is the most critical window for rebuilding nutrient reserves in almonds and how new trial data show growers can boost yields and ROI with less fertilizer. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possib…

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10/17/25 - The Ag Executive Episode 16: Interview with LMG Ag Products' Josh Cox on Service-First Ag Retail, Lodi Expansion, Transparent Pricing for Growers and More 22:08

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LMG Ag Products CEO Josh Cox shares his farm-to-CEO journey and the company’s service-first playbook backed by transparent pricing and gritty, go-the-extra-mile execution. He digs into the company’s Lodi expansion, shrinking pipelines for new chemistries and AI’s upside for ag.By MyAgLife

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Episode 1198 | October 17, 2025 | California Opens Pumps to E15, a Win-Win for Corn Growers and Drivers 20:27

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On today's episode, Matt Ziegler, director of public policy and renewable fuels for the National Corn Growers Association, discusses California's Assembly Bill 30, which clears the way for statewide E15 sales and promises up to ~20¢/gal savings at the pump while boosting demand for roughly 240 million bushels of corn. Supporting the People who Supp…

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Episode 1197 | October 16, 2025 | New Online Tool Helps Growers Choose the Right Cover Crops for Their Land 19:36

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On this week's MyAgLife in Technology episode, UCCE's Sarah Light discusses a free, expert-vetted online tool that gives growers across 13 Western states personalized cover crop recommendations based on soil, climate and management goals. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get yo…

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Episode 1196 | October 15, 2025 | Soil Health Series with American Pistachio Growers: Soil Health-Water Relationship Part 2 21:10

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In part 2 of this week's Soil Health Series installment with American Pistachio Growers, the experts discuss how improving soil structure and organic matter helps growers meet groundwater compliance goals while doing more with less water. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get yo…

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Episode 1195 | October 14, 2025 | Soil Health Series with American Pistachio Growers: Soil Health-Water Relationship Part 1 23:52

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In part 1 of this week's Soil Health Series installment with American Pistachio Growers, the experts explore how soil structure influences water infiltration and holding capacity, and why understanding water quality and salinity is essential for sustaining soil health and productivity in pistachio orchards. Supporting the People who Support Agricul…

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Episode 1194 | October 13, 2025 | October's Top Almond Article 19:30

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On this week's MyAgLife in Almonds episode, hear this month's top almond article by Rich Kreps on postharvest nutrition and preventing tree starvation. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their website. New Age Ag Service - https:…

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10/10/25 - Farm Bureau Friday Episode 21: Interview with Stanislaus County's Linda Pinfold on the 2024 Stanislaus County Crop Report 27:56

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Stanislaus County Farm Bureau’s Anna Genasci and JCS Marketing’s Kristin Platts sit down with Linda Pinfold, Stanislaus County agricultural commissioner, to discuss the 2024 Crop Report. They cover the top 10 commodities, resilience of the dairy industry, impact of avian influenza and importance of public awareness around local agriculture.…

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Episode 1193 | October 10, 2025 | JCS Marketing Launches New CEU Program and Manager for Ag Community 19:58

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On today's episode, JCS Marketing’s Eddie Barkman introduces the new CEU Program and CEU Manager, affordable and user-friendly tools that let PCAs, QALs, QACs and private applicators easily earn, track and submit their DPR-approved continuing education units in one place. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's spons…

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Episode 1192 | October 9, 2025 | Molecular Filtration Helps Winemakers Reclaim Smoke-Tainted Wine 18:20

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On today's episode, amaea's Eric Uganecz discusses how molecular filtration technology can precisely remove smoke taint compounds while preserving a wine’s true flavor, color and value, giving affected winemakers a fighting chance in the market. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to…

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Episode 1191 | October 8, 2025 | How SIP Certified Vineyards Are Raising the Bar for Sustainability 19:22

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On today's episode, Vineyard Team's Beth Vukmanic discusses the Sustainability in Practice (SIP) Certified program, how third-party verification builds consumer trust, and how innovative growers are leading the way with practical, science-based sustainability that delivers real results in the vineyard. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture …

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Episode 1190 | October 7, 2025 | SB 279 Could Turn Orchard, Vineyard Waste into Opportunity 22:48

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Episode 1189 | October 6, 2025 | Almond Crop Update from Blue Diamond 26:37

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On this week's MyAgLife in Almonds episode, Blue Diamond Growers' Mel Machado provides updates on the 2025 almond harvest and the effects of recent rainstorms. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their website. New Age Ag Service …

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10/3/25 - The Ag Executive Episode 15: Interview with Live Earth Products' Russell Taylor on Humic Products, Policy Change, Mentoring the Next Generation and More 28:25

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Jason Scott sits down with Russell Taylor, vice president of Live Earth Products, who shares how growing up in the mines of Emery, Utah shaped his work ethic and passion for agriculture. He also discusses the role of humic products in improving nutrient efficiency, the push for regulatory updates through the Plant Biostimulant Act and why mentoring…

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Episode 1188 | October 3, 2025 | Turning Food Waste into Opportunity is UC Davis’ Byproduct Database 20:21

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On today's episode, UC Davis' Ned Spang discusses a new database that maps crop byproducts, uses AI and economic data to uncover hidden value and creates win-win opportunities for growers, processors and the environment. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news.…