Episode 114: 7/2/2026 - Pest Threats, Williamson Act, Watermelons, Cookout Costs, and Ice Cream

Voice of California Agriculture · Jul 2, 2026 · 24m

An industry leaders says California needs to allocate more money to thwart pest threats.

Legislation that could weaken a farmland protection law—known as the Williamson Act.

Changes in watermelons from a generation ago, plus the health benefits.

The cost of the 4th of July cookout.

For National Ice Cream months, learn how much George Washington spent on ice cream one summer, and the origin of the hot fudge sundae.