Daily News Report

The MyAgLife Daily News Report is your daily source for news in Agriculture hosted by Taylor Chalstrom. MyAgLife Daily News Report is brought to you by JCS Marketing, Inc. the publisher of the industry-leading ag publications, West Coast Nut, Progressive Crop Consultant, and Grape & Wine Magazine.

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Recent Episodes

Episode 1131 | July 15, 2025 | California Ag Regulatory Update Part 2

Episode 1131 | July 15, 2025 | California Ag Regulatory Update Part 2

July 15, 2025 26:03

On this week's MyAgLife in Almonds episode, Western Tree Nut Association's Roger Isom discusses regulatory info on zero emissions initiatives, autonomous tractors and more.

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Episode 1130 | July 14, 2025 | California Ag Regulatory Update Part 1

Episode 1130 | July 14, 2025 | California Ag Regulatory Update Part 1

July 14, 2025 23:03

On this week's MyAgLife in Almonds episode, Western Tree Nut Association's Roger Isom breaks down worker safety regulations currently in motion. Check out tomorrow's episode for additional regulatory info on zero emissions initiatives, autonomous tractors and more.

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Episode 1129 | July 11, 2025 | New Initiative to Reshape Crop Input Delivery for U.S. Growers

Episode 1129 | July 11, 2025 | New Initiative to Reshape Crop Input Delivery for U.S. Growers

July 11, 2025 27:33

On today's episode, Tidal Grow Agriscience’s Norm Davy discusses the Formulator Strategic Alliance, a new initiative that looks to reshape crop input delivery through local manufacturing, sustainable technology and trusted partnerships to benefit American growers.

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Episode 1128 | July 10, 2025 | AI for Differentiating Biological Products

Episode 1128 | July 10, 2025 | AI for Differentiating Biological Products

July 10, 2025 22:59

On this week's MyAgLife in Technology segment, hear how artificial intelligence and machine learning can help advance the biological product sector.


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Episode 1127 | July 9, 2025 | Lifestyle-Focused Walnut Campaign Targets Gen Z and Millennials 

Episode 1127 | July 9, 2025 | Lifestyle-Focused Walnut Campaign Targets Gen Z and Millennials 

July 9, 2025 20:06

On this week's MyAgLife in Walnuts episode, California Walnut Board's Christine Lott talks reshaping the board's marketing strategy to resonate with younger consumers through influencer partnerships, values-driven messaging and emerging retail activations that position walnuts as a feel-good lifestyle food.

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Episode 1126 | July 8, 2025 | Upcoming Field Day for Grape and Olive Growers

Episode 1126 | July 8, 2025 | Upcoming Field Day for Grape and Olive Growers

July 8, 2025 20:50

On today's episode, UCCE's Clebson Goncalves discusses this year’s Olive & Grape Field Day on July 30 in Hopland, Calif. 

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Episode 1125 | July 7, 2025 | Blue Diamond Almond Crop Progress Report

Episode 1125 | July 7, 2025 | Blue Diamond Almond Crop Progress Report

July 7, 2025 24:51

On this week's MyAgLife in Almonds episode, Blue Diamond Growers' Mel Machado discusses the latest crop progress report for California almond orchards, which saw mild weather and early hull split, prompting targeted pest control as growers maintained irrigation, managed orchard floors and took proactive steps to combat navel orangeworm, fungal diseases and other pests.

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Episode 1124 | July 3, 2025 | Amplifying Women's Voices in Ag Tech Innovation

Episode 1124 | July 3, 2025 | Amplifying Women's Voices in Ag Tech Innovation

July 3, 2025 18:16

On today's episode, ag journalist Amy Wu shares how her platform From Farms to Incubators is documenting the overlooked stories of women in ag tech, mentoring the next generation of ag communicators and reshaping the story of innovation is told in modern farming. Hear the full conversation with Wu on the Farm Bureau Friday podcast on July 11th at myaglife.com.

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Episode 1123 | July 2, 2025 | DWR and California Growers Team Up to Protect Groundwater

Episode 1123 | July 2, 2025 | DWR and California Growers Team Up to Protect Groundwater

July 2, 2025 23:13

On today's episode, California Department of Water Resources’ Paul Gosselin discusses recent successes of LandFlex, a successful partnership with California’s agricultural community to advance groundwater sustainability.


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Episode 1122 | July 1, 2025 | Comprehensive Pistachio Genome Sequence Could Help Growers, Breeders

Episode 1122 | July 1, 2025 | Comprehensive Pistachio Genome Sequence Could Help Growers, Breeders

July 1, 2025 23:34

On today's episode, hear July's top pistachio article from West Coast Nut on the most comprehensive genome sequence of the pistachio yet, which may provide plant breeders with a genetic roadmap to develop improved cultivars. Read it online at wcngg.com or subscribe for free to receive West Coast Nut in your mailbox.

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