# voices valley (podcasts) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover voices valley. Page: Feed: --- ## [The Water It Takes to Grow Your Food](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voicesofthevalley/episodes/The-Water-It-Takes-to-Grow-Your-Food-e3lfp8t) _2026-06-30 · Western Growers · Voices of the Valley_ 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. From where California's water comes from and how it reaches farms to the technologies helping growers use it more efficiently, Michelle explains the… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/6c77fddc/podcast/play/122200797/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-30%2Fbcf3fe3c-0899-bf86-40af-b6b60ed1fcb7.mp3) ## [Inside the Hidden World of Insects in Agriculture](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voicesofthevalley/episodes/Inside-the-Hidden-World-of-Insects-in-Agriculture-e3jokg1) _2026-05-22 · Western Growers · Voices of the Valley_ 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… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/6c77fddc/podcast/play/120393665/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-4-22%2F438f2938-b547-9a2f-2759-d7b7bb8243db.mp3) ## [Regenerative Roots: Farming for the Next 100 Years](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voicesofthevalley/episodes/Regenerative-Roots-Farming-for-the-Next-100-Years-e3j1rru) _2026-05-07 · Western Growers · Voices of the Valley_ 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. From integrating sheep into… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/6c77fddc/podcast/play/119647550/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-4-7%2F548b1242-b292-4d4c-ca3d-f5f3787b7cd7.mp3) ## [Celebrating Women in Ag](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voicesofthevalley/episodes/Celebrating-Women-in-Ag-e3i6pc6) _2026-04-20 · Western Growers · Voices of the Valley_ This episode of Voices of the Valley highlights the voices and experiences of women shaping the future of agriculture. Hosted by Western Growers’ Michelle Rivera and Cierra Allen, the conversation features Briana Giampaoli of Live Oak Farms and Kristen Camarena of Bonipak, who share their career journeys, challenges and perspectives on leadership in the industry. In recognition of 2026 as the… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/6c77fddc/podcast/play/118760262/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-20%2F9f53286b-dad6-9503-f148-539ddffcfa37.mp3) ## [From San Francisco to the Farm with Jacie and Zac](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voicesofthevalley/episodes/From-San-Francisco-to-the-Farm-with-Jacie-and-Zac-e3g7pn3) _2026-03-10 · Western Growers · Voices of the Valley_ In this episode of Voices of the Valley, we sit down with Jacie Johnston and Zac Green of Johnston Farms and WN Citrus, afourth-generation family operation nestled at the base of the Tehachapi Mountains. What began nearly 80 years ago with a single potato crop has grown into a diverse farm producing citrus, potatoes, peppers, carrots and more across thousands of acres. Jacie and Zac share their… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/6c77fddc/podcast/play/116696227/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-10%2F5c33a7a1-ce17-b698-c6bf-02d40a7c1344.mp3) ## [Six Generations of Farming in California’s Central Valley](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voicesofthevalley/episodes/Six-Generations-of-Farming-in-Californias-Central-Valley-e37mq3g) _2025-09-03 · Western Growers · Voices of the Valley_ On the latest episode of Voices of the Valley, Western Growers hangs out with Cannon Michael, President and CEO of Bowles Farming Company, and the sixth generation to run his family’s farm. Cannon takes us behind the scenes of a truly unique operation that grows everything from tomatoes and melons to pistachios and cotton, while also caring for thousands of acres of wildlife habitat. Cannon also… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/6c77fddc/podcast/play/107750960/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-8-3%2F2640aeb8-0a82-c08f-9a4a-1a1f9d23e34e.mp3) ## [Four Generations of Farming with the Talleys](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voicesofthevalley/episodes/Four-Generations-of-Farming-with-the-Talleys-e366g6r) _2025-07-29 · Western Growers · Voices of the Valley_ 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 generation —… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/6c77fddc/podcast/play/106167963/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-6-29%2Ffbb922d8-e8f9-9b24-632b-02b996cbed89.mp3) ## [Picking Memories at Tanaka Farms](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voicesofthevalley/episodes/Picking-Memories-at-Tanaka-Farms-e35kkrk) _2025-07-16 · Western Growers · Voices of the Valley_ Nestled in the heart of Irvine, Calif., Tanaka Farms is morethan just a working farm—it’s a living story of resilience, tradition and community. In this episode of Voices of the Valley, Western Growers’ Cory Lunde talks to fourth-generation farmer Kenny Tanaka. Join us as we dig into thefarm’s rich history, the vibrant “you-pick” experiences that let visitors harvest their own strawberries,… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/6c77fddc/podcast/play/105582900/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-6-16%2F10eff116-c7ce-0816-192b-ecf0fe4955bb.mp3) ## [Agtech’s Field of Dreams in Salinas](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voicesofthevalley/episodes/Agtechs-Field-of-Dreams-in-Salinas-e357hm8) _2025-07-07 · Western Growers · Voices of the Valley_ In this Voices of the Valley episode, Western Growers Senior Vice President, Innovation, Walt Duflock and The Reservoir CEO Danny Bernstein introduce Reservoir Farms, a first-of-its-kind initiative in Salinas, Calif., where agtech startups can work with growers to do field trials of their technologies. In tandem with endeavors from the Western Growers Center for Innovation and Technology,… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/6c77fddc/podcast/play/105153672/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-6-7%2F0c6c44e1-8a28-07bc-b311-358e683f2fd2.mp3) ## [Ultra-Quiet Business Mini (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/jjSjrmbgMNea) _2025-07-07 · **Sponsored**_ Compact business mini, ultra-quiet for focused work. ## [The 411 on H-2A](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voicesofthevalley/episodes/The-411-on-H-2A-e31qcfu) _2025-04-21 · Western Growers · Voices of the Valley_ Curious to know how America’s farms fill the jobs that are essential for our food supply? In this episode of Voices of the Valley, we dive into the H-2A program, a vital but often misunderstood part of our agricultural workforce, with Western Growers Senior Vice President and Legal Counsel, Jason Resnick. Whether you’re new to the topic or looking to better understand the legal and operational ins… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/6c77fddc/podcast/play/101576638/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-3-21%2F44252bc5-7fb8-469e-afcb-4662ee3c008d.mp3)