The November 12 edition of the AgNet News Hour delivered a bright spot for California farmers as Michael Jameson, Director of Sales for Morada Nut Company, joined hosts Nick Papagni …
The Rise of Plantation Agriculture in Early America
How Plantation Agriculture Shaped America’s Farming Roots Plantation agriculture stands as one of the most significant chapters in the history of American farming. Emerging during the 1600s and 1700s, this …
Ryan Jacobsen on Farming Through Storms, Labor, and the Future of California Agriculture
The November 11 edition of the AgNet News Hour featured an in-depth conversation with Ryan Jacobsen, President and CEO of the Fresno County Farm Bureau, who joined hosts Nick Papagni …
How Radio Transformed American Agriculture History
The Power of Radio in Rural America Radio is one of the most influential innovations in the history of American agriculture. In the early 20th century, long before the rise …
Edward Ring Wraps Up: California’s Path to Prosperity Lies in Facts, Not Fear
The November 10 edition of the AgNet News Hour wrapped up a powerful two-part series with Edward Ring, Director of Energy and Water Policy at the California Policy Center, whose …
From Barley to Cotton: How America’s Early Crops Shaped Agriculture
The Roots of American Farming In the early days of American settlement, the first colonists arriving in Plymouth Colony faced unfamiliar soil, weather, and challenges unlike anything they had known …
Edward Ring’s Bold Blueprint: Fixing California’s Water and Energy Crisis
The November 7 edition of the AgNet News Hour was one of the most powerful yet, featuring an extended interview with Edward Ring, Director of the Energy and Water Policy Center of …
Ethnic Roots of Early American Agriculture
How Immigrant Traditions Shaped Farming in the New World Early American agriculture was built on the diverse cultural foundations of immigrants who brought their own skills, traditions, and values to …
Edward Ring on California’s Water Crisis: Fixing a Broken System
A Voice for Water Policy Reform California’s ongoing water crisis remains one of the state’s most critical and divisive issues — a struggle that affects farmers, cities, and the environment …
Nanette Simonian: Championing California Agriculture & Women in Ag
A Busy Leader in California Agriculture Nanette Simonian is a force in California agriculture. As the Marketing Development Manager at EarthSol and President-elect of California Women for Agriculture (CWA), she …
Nanette Simonian and California Women for Agriculture Take a Stand on Prop 50
The November 6 edition of the AgNet News Hour packed plenty of passion and perspective as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill discussed everything from the FFA Golden Owl Awards …
Westward Expansion: The Harsh Beginnings of America’s Frontier Farmers
The Struggle to Move West Westward expansion in the United States did not happen quickly or easily. The journey beyond the original colonies demanded courage, endurance, and determination. Settlers faced …
AI and Automation Drive Florida’s AgTech Revolution
Innovation and Collaboration Take Center Stage at FIRA 2025 At the FIRA 2025 Agricultural Robotics Expo in Woodland, California, Dr. Nathan Boyd from the University of Florida joined ag tech …
Don Wagner on Restoring Integrity, Water, and Common Sense to California
A Conversation with Don Wagner: Candidate for California Secretary of State California’s upcoming election season brings fresh energy and new voices calling for reform. Among them is Don Wagner, former …