…Papagni and Josh McGill welcomed back Jeff Cox, President of Best Drayage in Madera, for an in-depth conversation about ports, pricing, and how California’s nuts, milk, and produce make their…
California Wine Faces a Generational Challenge: Marlena Paolilli
…550,000 acres of vineyards, industry leaders like Jeff Bitter of Allied Grape Growers believe acreage needs to shrink to about 500,000 to stabilize prices. “There’s just an overabundance of wine…
Marlena Paolilli on Cry Baby Wine and the Future of California’s Wine Industry
…president Jeff Bitter, suggest reducing California’s vineyard acreage from 550,000 to 500,000 acres to help balance supply and demand. Marlena agrees, predicting a recovery by 2027–2028 as the industry stabilizes….
HELP Act Would Aid Livestock Transporters
…introduced by Congressman Jeff Hurd (R-CO). This legislation aims to reinstate critical transportation exemptions for livestock haulers, reducing regulatory burdens that can compromise animal welfare and supply chain efficiency. Reported…
APHIS Expands Citrus Greening Quarantine in California
…by the Asian citrus psyllid. It results in misshapen, bitter fruit and ultimately kills the tree. There is no cure, making containment and early detection essential to protecting the U.S….
Jeff Bitter on Challenges and Cycles in the Grape Industry
…grape and wine industry. With nearly three decades of experience, Bitter emphasized the current downturn across most segments of the industry. Jeff Bitter on Challenges and Cycles in the Grape…
Jeff Bitter Warns: Wine Grape Growers Face Tough Road Ahead
Allied Grape Growers President Speaks Candidly on Wine Sales, Tariffs, and Industry Struggles At the 49th Annual Allied Grape Growers Luncheon in Fresno, California, Jeff Bitter, President of the Allied…
Wine Grape Market Struggles: Jeff Bitter Shares Tough Outlook
Allied Grape Growers President Warns of Continued Economic Pressures for Non-Contracted Vineyards In a candid discussion with AgNet West’s Nick Papagni, Jeff Bitter, president of the Allied Grape Growers Association,…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 06-26-25
…Interview: Jeff Bitter on the Wine Grape Crisis Nick sits down with Jeff Bitter, President of Allied Grape Growers, at the Fresno Allied luncheon. Bitter delivers a sobering update on…
American Agriculture History Minute: Why a Farmland Auction Draws a Crowd
…History Minute looks into why a farmland auction usually draws a good-sized crowd. American Agriculture History Minute: Why a Farmland Auction Draws a Crowd But, on a bitter, cold February morning…
Generations of Growth: Daniel Jackson on Family Tree Farms’ Roots, Innovation, Future
…Family Tree Farms continues to grow — not just in crops, but in legacy, innovation, and vision. “As you get older, you’re either going to get bitter, or you’re going…
California’s Agriculture Industry Faces Urgent Aging Challenge
…equipping workers with the necessary knowledge and skills to ensure the continued success of California’s specialty crop industry. Jeff Mitchell, a UC Cooperative Extension Specialist, stresses the importance of recruiting…
Effect Tariffs have on the Shipping Industry
Image by Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter” Jeff Cox from Best Drayage who specializes in the shipping industry of California and what effect will the tariffs have on the local…
National Sorghum Foundation Opens 2025–2026 Scholarship Applications
…strong, passionate leaders,” said Foundation Chair Jeff Dahlberg, Ph.D. “These scholarships are one way we invest in the next generation and support students advancing sorghum and agricultural innovation.” Three scholarships…