Posts By: Taylor Lauson
New Voices of the Valley: Four Generations of Farming with the Talleys
In this episode, we sit down with Grant and Elizabeth Talley — fourth-generation farmers from one of California’s most respected agricultural families. From vineyards to vegetable fields to grass-fed beef, the Talley's are carrying forward a legacy that began in 1948 in the Arroyo Grande Valley. Hear how they’re honoring family traditions, embracing innovation and educating the next…
Joel Nelsen, Influential Voice in California Citrus, Dies at 78
Western Growers mourns the passing of Joel Nelsen, former CEO of California Citrus Mutual (CCM) and a lifelong champion of California agriculture. He was 78. Nelsen’s father, a produce executive at Lucky Stores in Southern California, was the one who first introduced him to the industry. When he was 16, Nelsen started out as a produce clerk, eventually rising through the ranks to become a…
From Field to Future: Reimagining Waste in Agriculture
Duncan Family Farms, well-known for its innovative practices, has transformed the desert landscape into an oasis of organic produce—proving that sustainable farming can be highly effective, even in the most challenging environments. Headquartered in Goodyear, Ariz., Duncan Family Farms cultivates a wide range of culinary herbs, leafy greens, microgreens and unique, seasonal vegetables that…