President Donald Trump has signaled a major shift in his approach to immigration—proposing that undocumented farm workers be allowed to remain in the U.S. if their employers vouch for them. …
“One Big, Beautiful Bill” Delivers Tax Relief for Ag Producers
The House of Representatives has passed the “One Big, Beautiful Bill“, a sweeping tax reform package that marks a major legislative victory for America’s agricultural community, especially cattle producers and …
Steamboats, Settlers Drove American Agriculture Westward
By 1790, the western boundary of the young United States had reached the eastern edge of the Appalachian Mountains—roughly 255 miles inland from the Atlantic. With a population nearing 4 …
Cal/OSHA Staggered Schedules, Mask Rules Proposal Opposed
A coalition of 23 leading agricultural organizations has formally voiced its opposition to proposed Cal/OSHA regulations that would impose staggered work schedules and lower the air quality threshold for mandatory …
Walnuts Deliver Year-Round Shelf Life, Says Jameson
Michael Jameson of Morada Nut Company recently sat down with “The Ag Meter,” Nick Papagni, to discuss the shelf life and unique marketing dynamics of California walnuts. With a background …
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-08-25
Tariffs, Trade, and a Turnaround for Walnuts It’s a new week in California agriculture, and we’re starting strong with a packed episode of the AgNet News Hour. Join Nick Papagni …
Del Monte Foods Chapter 11 Signals Shift in Food Industry
Del Monte Foods Files for Bankruptcy Amid Market Transformation As the food industry continues evolving under health-conscious consumer trends and inflationary pressures, legacy companies are facing unprecedented challenges. Del Monte …
Assemblyman Warns of $8 Gas and Regulatory Strain on Farmers
Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter” from AgNet West, spoke with David Tangipa, a Central Valley Assemblyman, about the mounting challenges facing California agriculture. While water remains a top concern, Tangipa …
California Pear Yields Set for Strong Comeback in 2025
After a challenging 2024 season, the California pear industry is poised for a major rebound. Growers across the state anticipate harvesting 2.4 million 36-pound box equivalents in 2025—a 41% increase …
Daniel Halladay Revolutionized Windmill Technology in 1854
Windmills have long played a vital role in agriculture—grinding grain, pumping water, and powering essential equipment. But in 1854, a breakthrough in windmill design changed everything. That year, American inventor …
Purina Podcast: Managing for Success from One Life Phase to Another
In this insightful episode of the Purina Podcast, Farm Director Pam Jahnke sits down with Dr. Tom Earleywine, Director of Nutritional Services at Purina Animal Nutrition, to explore what it …
USDA Rolls Out New Round of Blueberry Grower Support
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a second round of marketing assistance for specialty crops—delivering critical financial support for America’s blueberry growers. Kasey Cronquist, President of the North …
AgNet News Hour Monday, 07-07-25
AgNet News Hour – Keeping Water in Ag and Politics in Check Today’s AgNet News Hour is all about fighting for California farmers—where water, policy, and land use take center …
California Walnuts Battle Global Price Pressure
Morada Nut’s Jameson Discusses Overseas Market Struggles In a recent conversation with AgNet West’s Nick Papagni, Michael Jameson of Morada Nut Company shed light on the mounting challenges California walnut …