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A robotic tractor developed by a Spanish company with the help of a Ventura County farm is helping to get ridge of an invasive insect without the use of pesticides. It uses a powerful vacuum system to suck up and kill the bugs. The bug vacuum is specifically designed to deal with lygus, a destrctive insect which is widespread in agriculture.

Suck it up! Robotic tractor tested in Ventura County is alternative to pesticides to kill farm pests

Lance Orozco

The Bug Vacuum is an automated vacuum developed by a Spanish company to suck up a destructive insect which attacks hundreds of species of plants.

Ventura County's agricultural industry posts another strong year, with 2% growth in 2023

Lance Orozco

Strawberries remain the county's top crop, with an 11% growth in revenue.

Some Ventura County agricultural groups have reached a settlement with Ventura County over concerns about the new general plan, and its potential impacts on the ag industry.

Ventura County and agricultural groups reach settlement in dispute about key planning document

Lance Orozco

Two sides agree to collaborate on issues which may impact region's ag industry.

Santa Barbara County's strawberry crop was valued at $727 million in 2020, keeping it as the county's top crop.

Despite Pandemic, Agricultural Industry Has Solid 2020 In Santa Barbara County

Lance Orozco

Strawberries continue to be the county's top crop.

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Ventura County Ag Industry Revenues Show Slight Dip In 2017; Strawberries Remain Top Crop

Lance Orozco

Ventura County’s agricultural industry remained strong in 2017, but showed a slight dip in overall value. The industry generated nearly $2.1 billion…

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Agriculture Has Good 2017 In Santa Barbara County, Despite Thomas Fire

Lance Orozco

Santa Barbara County’s annual crop report is now out, and it shows despite some losses from the Thomas Fire, the numbers are still up substantially.The…