Nick “The Ag Meter” Papagni
Ag News Director
With over 30 years of experience in California’s agricultural industry, Nick Papagni brings a wealth of knowledge and deep Central Valley roots to his role as Agriculture News Director at AgNet West. A Fresno native, Nick has built strong ties with growers, packers, and shippers across California and Arizona through decades of hands-on experience in packaging and ag sales. As the founder of Papagni Packaging, he pioneered customized inventory solutions and served clients across the Western U.S., supporting diverse agricultural sectors including produce, dairy, wine, and ag equipment.
Nick’s professional journey includes leadership roles with companies such as Rain for Rent and Stay Tuff Fence, where he specialized in irrigation solutions and ag-focused product distribution. His reputation for innovation, relationship-building, and results-driven service has made him a respected figure throughout the Western agriculture community.
Beyond agriculture, Nick is widely known in the Central Valley as the “Pag Meter” — a leading voice in high school sports broadcasting. His career in radio spans over two decades, including hosting top-rated sports programs and serving as a public address announcer for college and high school events. His sports insight and rankings have become staples in the local community, reinforcing his dual legacy in both ag and athletics.
Nick is married to Laurie and is a proud father of four daughters: Gianna, McKenna, Tessa, and Lex. His daughter Tessa Brooks is one of the top social media influencers globally, with over 22 million followers, while Lex in the founder/creator of the “Coastal Grandmother” trend. Nick is also a grandfather to Reese Lucia, and he treasures his growing family.
A Hall of Fame athlete himself — recognized for his achievements in football and baseball at Bullard High School and Fresno State — Nick’s competitive spirit and community dedication continue to shine in every aspect of his life and work.
Sabrina Halvorson
National Correspondent
Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker who specializes in agriculture. Having spent most of her life in California’s ag-centric Central Valley, she now divides her time between the Golden State and the Peace Garden State of North Dakota.
Halvorson has been an active member of associations such as North American Agricultural Journalists, AAEA-The Ag Communicators’ Network, the Radio, Television, Digital News Association, and the National Association of Farm Broadcasting, where she served two terms on the Board of Directors. She was selected in 2020 for participation in Trusting News, a project of the Reynolds Journalism Institute and the American Press Institute which aims to “empower journalists to take responsibility for actively demonstrating credibility and earning trust.”
Feature Contributors
Randall Weiseman – Livestock Report
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