
Looking for sustainable, powerful, and cost-efficient farm equipment? The New Holland T6.180 Methane Power delivers diesel-level performance with up to 30% lower r unning costs — all fueled by biomethane from your farm. Contact Garton Tractor to learn more! With 12 locations across California,...
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Vineyards demand precision. From timing your irrigation cycles to deploying pest management solutions, every decision impacts your yield and your bottle. Propane makes that precision possible. Whether it’s fueling water pumps for drip irrigation or powering weed and pest control torches, propane is...
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A draft Napa County Regional Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (RCAAP) has been released for public comment. The draft and related documents can be found at https://climateactionnapa.konveio.com/ Comments are due by September 30, 2025. This draft has been in development for many years, and covers...
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In the bustling world of construction, logistics, and material handling, efficiency is key. That efficiency often rides on the back of dependable on-site transportation — a critical component that can make or break the day-to-day operations of any business. At Papé Material Handling, we...
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Did you know that soil steaming increases yields, saves money and is organic? Soil steaming is catching on across the ag business landscape. From commercial greenhouses and nurseries to vineyards and orchards, there are a surprising number of research-supported benefits to switching from chemicals...
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As the sun sets on summer and autumn approaches, vineyards across the country gear up for one of the most critical periods of the year – grape crush season. The bustling activity during this harvest time is a crucial moment for wineries, and the success of the grape crush season can significantly...
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John Deere is a well-known brand in the world of agriculture and heavy machinery. The company produces a wide range of equipment, including tractors, harvesters, and excavators. One of the most important components of these machines is the engine, and John Deere engines have earned a reputation for...
Read MoreWhat it means to winegrapes and what we can do about it I'm not an expert in climatology, and I’ll bet most of you are not either. That is why I listen to experts on the subject of climate change. I concluded, long ago, that not only is it real, but humankind has played a large part in the most...
Read MoreNearly four years ago I moved to Sonoma County. Since then I’ve seen drought, record rainfall, and devastating fires. The fires were too close for comfort but we were blessed to not lose our home or business. The resiliency of the local community to overcome adversity and rebuild has been amazing....
Read MoreAfternoon Brief, February 12th

Napa Finds Itself in Court: Napa authorities – and several of the region's wineries – have been ordered to attend court, but no one is quite sure why...
