NEXT GEN AG WORKERS

With a grant awarded by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) in 2022, Western Growers has launched the Next Gen Ag Workers program.

Introduction

The Next Gen Ag Workers program unites California community colleges, growers and government to guide the next generation of agricultural workers in STEM-focused agricultural careers that are focused on the priority skills gaps set by Western Growers members.

Upcoming EVENTS
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World Ag Expo 2026

[Feb. 10-12 / Tulare, CA]

The International Agri-Center® is home to World Ag Expo®, the largest annual agricultural show of its kind. Held in Tulare, California, World Ag Expo® provides a platform of networking, education, and business in one of the most productive ag counties in the United States. World Ag Expo® hosts over 1,200 exhibitors displaying cutting-edge technology and equipment on 2.6 million square feet of exhibit space. An estimated average of 100,000 individuals from over 70 countries attend World Ag Expo® each year.

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Do You Know Our WGCIT Resident, Adaviv?
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Do You Know Our WGCIT Resident, Adaviv?

Damian Mason’s Business of Agriculture podcast has 10 great predictions for agriculture in 2026. I highly encourage everyone to check out the full episode on YouTube (link below). Here are some of the best predictions.
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Damian Mason’s Top 10 Predictions Podcast
Automation
Biological

Damian Mason’s Top 10 Predictions Podcast!

Damian Mason’s Business of Agriculture podcast has 10 great predictions for agriculture in 2026. I highly encourage everyone to check out the full episode on YouTube (link below). Here are some of the best predictions.
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2025: A Strong Year of Steady Innovation Meets Harsh Realities
Automation
Startups

2025: A Strong Year of Steady Innovation Meets Harsh Realities

As we reflect on 2025, the agricultural robotics sector was a mixed bag of fluctuating signals. The year saw rapid advancements in automation, driven by AI, precision tech and strategic mergers. This serves as a stark reminder that compelling ROI and value propositions are primary factors for growers to adopt agtech.
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Thomas Nunes V from The Nunes Company Joins WGCIT for Lunch and Learn

To celebrate getting back to “normal” and having agtech startups work in-person at the Western Growers Center for Innovation & Technology (WGCIT) more often, there have been a few fun upgrades at the space.
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