Tag: agriculture and farming
Early winegrape harvest begins in Monterey County
MONTEREY COUNTY — The 2026 winegrape harvest is underway in the Santa Lucia Highlands and across Monterey County, with some growers reporting one of...
Moth damage rises as growers await new insecticide
CENTRAL COAST — Broccoli and other brassica growers along California’s Central Coast are bracing for another devastating season of infestations of the diamondback moth,...
Monterey County crop value dips 3% in 2025 as strawberries remain...
MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County’s agricultural production value declined 3% in 2025 from the previous year’s record, totaling $4.82 billion as growers navigated fluctuating...
Nominations sought to honor Monterey County women in agriculture
MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County Fair and Event Center is accepting nominations for a new recognition program honoring women who have made significant contributions...
CRU Winery announces 3rd annual Chowder Cook-Off Contest
SALINAS VALLEY — CRU Winery is building upon the success of its annual Chowder Cook-Off and expanding its hunt for the best chowder recipe...
Monterey County Sheriff’s detectives arrest man in copper wire theft case
MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County Sheriff’s Office Agricultural Crimes Unit arrested a Patterson man in connection with a series of copper wire thefts totaling...
Salinas Valley Fair employee retires after 42 years
KING CITY — Salinas Valley Fair is recognizing the retirement of longtime employee Rick Grogan after more than 42 years of service to the...
California Rodeo Salinas honors 7 scholarship recipients for 2026
SALINAS VALLEY — California Rodeo Salinas has recognized seven students as recipients of its 2026 scholarship program, honoring their academic achievement, leadership and community...
Fairgrounds come alive for 2026 Salinas Valley Fair
KING CITY — Carnival lights glowed over the midway, children clutched sweet treats and livestock exhibitors proudly guided animals through crowded barns as thousands...
King City FFA students earn top honors at state, regional contests
KING CITY — King City High School’s FFA chapter continues to demonstrate excellence, with students earning top honors at recent state and regional competitions...
