Do you want to go behind the scenes and learn about how the food gets on your table? Hear about the complex world of agricultural policy, food safety, crop protection, disease control and more from the most influential people working in farming. Be sure to tune in each week as we delve deeper into the inner workings of our food system.

Voices of the Valley
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Do you want to go behind the scenes and learn about how the food gets on your table? Hear about the complex world of agricultural policy, food safety, crop protection, disease control and more from the most influential people working in farming. Be sure to tune in each week as we delve deeper into the inner workings of our food system.
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Recent Episodes

June 30, 2026
The Water It Takes to Grow Your Food
<p>In this episode of Voices of the Valley, Western Growers' Taylor Lauson sits down with Michelle Paul, Executive Director of the California Farm Water Coalition, to break down one of the most important and misunderstood topics in agriculture: water. </p><p>From where California's water comes from and how it reaches farms to the technologies helping growers use it more efficiently, Michelle explains the complex systems that keep fresh food on our tables. Together, they discuss common misconceptions about agricultural water use, the challenges of managing water in the West and why reliable water infrastructure is essential to the future of farming and our food supply.</p><p>As Michelle reminds listeners throughout the episode, "Food grows where water flows."</p><p></p>

May 22, 2026
Inside the Hidden World of Insects in Agriculture
<p>In this episode of Voices of the Valley, Western Growers' Jeana Cadby sits down with USDA research entomologist Dr. Daniel Hasegawa to explore the surprising role insects play in agriculture. From beneficial pollinators and parasitoid wasps to destructive pests and insect-borne crop diseases, Dr. Hasegawa breaks down how insects shape the food we grow and eat every day, and the cutting-edge research helping farmers protect crops while supporting healthy ecosystems.</p>

May 7, 2026
Regenerative Roots: Farming for the Next 100 Years
<p>In this episode of Voices of the Valley, we explore the future of regenerative agriculture through the lens of stewardship, conservation and long-term resilience. Hosted by Western Growers’ Jeana Cadby, the conversation features Craig McNamara, founder of Sierra Orchards, who shares his decades-long journey in farming and his vision for farming for the next 100 years.</p><p>From integrating sheep into orchard systems and restoring Chinook salmon habitat to investing in farmworker well-being and the next generation of farmers, McNamara shares how regenerative agriculture can support both the land and the people who depend on it. The conversation also explores water conservation, biodiversity and the importance of long-term stewardship in California agriculture.</p><p></p>
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