Mar. 3, 2026
Hog Island Oyster Co. partners with winery to aid white abalone conservation
The new Sea Legacy wine helps support efforts to restore endangered white abalone populations in California.
Mar. 3, 2026
Arcadia Biosciences Sees Surge in Short Interest
Biotech firm's stock faces increased bearish bets amid market volatility
Feb. 28, 2026
Wine Giant Gallo to Shutter Napa Facility, Lay Off 93
Modesto-based company cites market shifts and changing customer demands as reasons for the closures and job cuts.
Feb. 27, 2026
Dairy Showcasing Innovation at Expo West
Dairy Management Inc. to demonstrate dairy's potential for new product concepts at natural foods trade show
Feb. 27, 2026
Spanish Cheeses Showcase Gastronomic Potential at San Diego Fair
European cheeses of Spanish origin highlighted at prestigious Winter Fancy Food Show
Feb. 26, 2026
Dan Duckhorn, Merlot Visionary, Dies at 87
The Duckhorn Vineyards co-founder transformed merlot into a Napa Valley star.
Feb. 26, 2026
Pocfarmer Invests $5M to Boost Salinas Valley Lettuce Farms
Partnership aims to enhance operational efficiency, accelerate AgTech adoption, and expand market access.
Feb. 25, 2026
California Wineries Shutting Down Amid Changing Drinking Habits
Iconic wineries like Carneros Hill and Ranch Winery forced to close as wine industry faces major challenges
Feb. 25, 2026
California Wine Giants Shut Down Sites, Slash Jobs Amid Napa Valley Chaos
Jackson Family Wines, Gallo, and other major producers cut operations as industry faces declining demand and oversaturation
Feb. 25, 2026
Major Wine Producers Shutter Facilities Across Napa Valley
Jackson Family Wines, Gallo, and others close sites and lay off workers amid industry challenges
Feb. 25, 2026
San Joaquin County Leads Nation in Walnut Production
Despite almonds' popularity, walnuts are the top nut crop in California's agricultural heartland.
Feb. 25, 2026
Morro Bay Fisherman Settles Civil Enforcement Action
Charter boat operator agrees to pay fine and operate legally after being caught fishing in restricted waters.
Feb. 25, 2026
California Bill Proposes Major Minimum Wage Hike for Agricultural Workers
Legislation could raise hourly rate to $19.75 for certain temporary and seasonal employees starting in 2027.
Feb. 25, 2026
Jackson Family Wines to close large Sonoma winery, lay off 13
One of the largest U.S. wine producers plans to close a large Sonoma Carneros winery and lay off more than a dozen, the latest pullback by a major vintner amid an industrywide slowdown in sales.
Feb. 24, 2026
Jackson Family Wines shutters Carneros Hill Winery, laying off 13
The closure marks the fourth major California wine company to announce layoffs this year.
Feb. 24, 2026
Central Valley-grown food gets its own brand
New "Central to the Valley" label aims to boost local food access and celebrate regional farmers.
Feb. 23, 2026
Gallo Winery Lays Off 93 Workers in North Bay
Layoffs come amid sluggish demand and oversupply of wine grapes in California
Feb. 22, 2026
E. & J. Gallo Winery Closing Production Facility, Cutting Jobs
Largest U.S. wine company shutting down one site and reducing staff at four other locations.
Feb. 20, 2026
Napa Winery Fights $4 Million Penalty Over Alleged Illegal Tours
Hoopes Winery says the "ruinous" fine and legal fees will drive it into bankruptcy.
Feb. 16, 2026
Napa Winery Faces $4M in Fines After Legal Battle With County
Longtime legal defense group joins fight against Napa County's crackdown on winery's visitor activities.
