…the water-intensive process of lithium mining to the toxic waste concerns tied to solar panel and battery disposal, the show shines a light on the hidden costs of renewable energy….
Netting Mandarins: A Citrus Shift at Kings River
…lot of cost involved, and we’re hoping to recoup that in the market during the November window when California clementines hit the shelves.” Jesse Silva’s insights shed light on how…
Jesse Silva Discusses California Citrus, Global Trade, Future of Farming
…a normal to light yield in navels and mandarins. Silva emphasizes the importance of careful forecasting, especially around June drop and summer development, to refine outlooks for the coming year….
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-13-25
…says have created unfair burdens for producers nationwide. She also addresses the urgent need for sensible immigration and farm labor policy — especially in light of recent ICE enforcement actions…
California Ag at a Crossroads: Rich Kreps Talks Water, Pistachios, and Policy Reform
…That’s unacceptable,” said Kreps. “Farmers paid to build this system. Now we’re being blamed for trying to survive without it.” He shed light on California’s complex and often politicized water…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-13-25
…says have created unfair burdens for producers nationwide. She also addresses the urgent need for sensible immigration and farm labor policy — especially in light of recent ICE enforcement actions…
California Ag Under Pressure: Innovation, Legacy, and the Voice of Nick Anderson
…are finally seeing some relief after years of difficulty. “There are smiles on growers’ faces again,” Anderson says. “We’re seeing the light at the end of the tunnel.” The hay…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-03-25
…FFA Spotlight and Citrus Expo The episode shines a light on the Future Farmers of America (FFA) and its growing impact on young agricultural leaders. Plus, get the scoop on…
Fifth-Generation Farmer Stephanie Moreda Sounds Alarm on Land Grabs in California
In a heartfelt conversation featuring Stephanie Moreda—known to many as the voice behind Dairy Girl Diaries—shed light on the ongoing land grab crisis threatening small family farms in Petaluma, California….
California Agriculture Faces Freight and Cost Pressures, Warns WGA President
In an exclusive update from AgNet West, Western Growers Association (WGA) President and CEO Dave Puglia shed light on a mounting concern for California agriculture: the high cost of freight…
Current State of Farming, Particular Focusing on Almond – Pistachio Markets
Pistachios In the ever-evolving world of agriculture, the outlook for various crops can vary significantly based on several factors. Recently, insights from Nick Foglio of Foglio Commodities have shed light…
Drought Causes Significant Challenges to California Farmers
…farmers will remain caught between restrictive policies and unpredictable climate conditions. These issues were highlighted in a segment introduced by Lorrie Boyer from AgNet West, shedding light on the complex…
Reisinger Discusses Challenges and Solutions for Farms in Book
In his new book Land Rich, Cash Poor, author and fourth-generation farmer Brian Reisinger sheds light on the harsh realities facing American family farms today. Despite owning land of high…
American Agriculture History Minute: Rural Electrification Impact
…notes that before 1930, over 90% of rural homes relied on kerosene lamps for lighting, and basic amenities like running water and indoor bathrooms were impossible without electricity. American Agriculture…