The Hiring Table with Ryan Jacobsen, CEO (Fresno County Farm Bureau)

🌾 Stepping Into Agriculture with Ryan Jacobsen | CEO of Fresno County Farm BureauWelcome back to The Hiring Table, your weekly dose of hiring insights—airing every Friday at 12:00 PM PST.In this week’s special episode, we’re diving deep into the world that feeds the nation: Central Valley agriculture. We’re joined by Ryan Jacobsen, CEO of the Fresno County Farm Bureau, fourth-generation California farmer, Fresno State alum, and one of the most respected voices in Valley ag, water policy, and workforce development.Ryan shares his journey from growing up on a grape farm to becoming a leading advocate for farmers, ranchers, and rural communities. We unpack everything from:🌱 Growing up in Valley agriculture🚜 Work ethic, farm family roots & raising the next generation💧 A real-talk look at water, policy, SGMA & California’s broken system📉 Current economic pressures facing California farmers🌍 Why California ag matters to the nation and the world🤝 Collaboration, board leadership & advocacy across the state🧑‍🌾 Workforce challenges, hiring trends & the evolution of ag careers📱 The impact of technology, phones, and generational shifts in the workplace🏛️ Politics, infrastructure & shaping the future of agriculture🌾 Private equity in farming—what’s working and what’s not👨‍👧 Advice for young people entering ag, leadership mindset & community involvementRyan brings honesty, data, and decades of frontline experience—plus practical leadership wisdom employers, employees, and future ag professionals can all benefit from.This is a must-watch if you care about the Central Valley, agriculture, water, hiring, or the future of our food supply.🎙️ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe.Follow us on all socials @TheHiringTable for more weekly insights!