9/3/21 – MyAgLife Episode 81: Interview with WAPA’s Priscilla Rodriguez about the Proposed New Forklift Rule and its Implications for the Ag Industry
Taylor Chalstrom sits down with Priscilla Rodriguez, Director of Regulatory Affairs and Food Safety at Western Agricultural Processors Association, to discuss a new proposal to mandate electric forklifts for the ag industry.
8/27/21 – MyAgLife Episode 80: Interview with Sperry Farms’ Brian Wahlbrink about Transitioning to Off-Ground Almond Harvest
Taylor Chalstrom sits down with Brian Wahlbrink, co-owner of Sperry Farms Inc. and new chairman of the Almond Board of California, to discuss making the transition to off-ground almond harvest.
Episode 154 – September 2 – Pistachio grower Jeff Schmeiderer
In today’s show, Sabrina Halvorson talks with California pistachio grower Jeff Schmeiderer about his experience with farmer. We also hear about a California ag tech company, with guest interviewer Lorrie Boyer. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to our sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free […]
Episode 153 – September1 – Alternatives to Agricultural Open Burning Incentive Program
In today’s show, Sabrina Halvorson covers the Almond Alliance’s webinar on Alternatives to Ag Burning resources. From the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District: The Alternatives to Agricultural Open Burning Incentive Program provides incentives to commercial agricultural operations located within Valley Air District boundaries to chip or shred agricultural material. The material must be […]
Episode 152 – August 31, 2021 – Citrus update; Tree nut values
In today’s show, Sabrina Halvorson talks with Certified Crop Advisor Dustin Stewart about the citrus crop and what growers should be watching for now. We also hear about tree nut values and get the day’s ag news. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to our sponsors who make it possible to get you […]
Episode 151 – August 30, 2021 – Previewing the upcoming in-person Crop Consultant Conference
In today’s show, Sabrina Halvorson and Taylor Chalstrom talk about some of the sessions they’re looking forward to at the upcoming Crop Consultant Conference. The Crop Consultant Conference is September 16 and 17 at the Visalia Convention Center. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to our sponsors who make it possible to […]
Episode 150 – August 27, 2021 – This week’s ag news
In this Friday episode, Sabrina Halvorson has the top news of the day and highlights some of the key segments from this week including Alyssa Houtby, Director of Government Affairs at California Citrus Mutual on AB 616, as well as regulations for employers during times of poor air quality. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture […]
8/27/21 – MyAgLife Episode 80: Interview with Sperry Farms’ Brian Wahlbrink about Transitioning to Off-Ground Almond Harvest
Taylor Chalstrom sits down with Brian Wahlbrink, co-owner of Sperry Farms Inc. and new chairman of the Almond Board of California, to discuss making the transition to off-ground almond harvest.
8/20/21 – MyAgLife Episode 79: Interview with UCCE’s Sarah Light about Herbicide Drift Symptoms in Hemp
Taylor Chalstrom sits down with Sarah Light, UCCE agronomy advisor in Sutter, Yuba and Colusa counties, to discuss recent research trials to improve understanding of herbicide drift symptoms on hemp.
Episode 149 – August 26, 2021 – Tech Thursday: Pollination tech
In today’s Tech Thursday edition, Taylor Chalstrom talks with Yair Tygiel, Vice President of Growth and Strategy for BeeHero, about technology designed for growers and beekeepers to monitor and optimize pollination activity in almond orchards. Sabrina Halvorson has a session preview for the upcoming Crop Consultant Conference. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you […]