On today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour, Roger Isom, president and CEO of the Western Tree Nut Association and California Cotton Ginners and Growers Association, joined Nick Papagni for …
Hannah Johnson Connects California Ag With Innovation
California agriculture is facing mounting challenges, from rising labor costs and water limitations to pest resistance, regulatory hurdles and the loss of family farms. But agricultural technology, automation and artificial …
Agricultural Groups Warn Immigration Enforcement Is Disrupting Food Production
More than 40 agricultural organizations are warning that federal immigration enforcement policies are disrupting U.S. food production and could contribute to higher consumer prices. The groups are urging President Donald …
Steve Hilton Outlines Plans for California Agriculture Ahead of Governor’s Race
On today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour, Steve Hilton, Republican candidate for governor of California, joined Nick Papagni for a final conversation ahead of the November election. Hilton discussed …
Jamie Johansson Outlines Priorities for California Agriculture
Former California Farm Bureau President Jamie Johansson joins Nick Papagni “The Ag Meter” to discuss water, farm regulations, energy costs, labor challenges and the future of rural California. From water …
Dave Puglia on California Ag, Water, Labor and Automation
California agriculture is navigating a challenging combination of water shortages, labor concerns, regulations, trade uncertainty, rising costs and a rapidly changing technology landscape. On “The Ag Meter” Nick Papagni sat …
Dave Puglia: Water and Automation Could Shape California Agriculture’s Future
On today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour, Dave Puglia, president and CEO of Western Growers, joined us for Part 2 of a wide-ranging conversation about the future of California …
George Washington’s Complicated Relationship With Slavery
American Agriculture History Minute Examines Washington’s Enslaved Labor Force George Washington’s legacy in American agricultural history is closely connected to the institution of slavery. During his lifetime, Washington controlled a …
Dave Puglia Breaks Down California Agriculture’s Biggest Challenges
California agriculture is facing a growing list of challenges, from rising labor costs and water restrictions to regulations, trade pressures and competition from imported produce. On the latest AgNet News …
Van Groningen: California’s Pumpkin King Talks Farming, Family and the Future
Nearly 100 Years of California Farming As pumpkin season gets into full swing, “The Ag Meter” Nick Papagni sat down with Bryan Van Groningen of Van Groningen & Sons in …
Specialty Crop Leaders Push for Trade, Food Safety and Farm Bill Changes
On a recent episode of the AgNet News Hour, Dave Puglia, president and CEO of Western Growers, joined the show from the Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association convention to discuss …
FELS Helps California Farmers Navigate Labor Compliance
California farmers, ranchers and dairymen face an increasingly complicated landscape of labor laws, workplace safety requirements, pesticide regulations, wage-and-hour rules and other compliance issues. For agricultural employers trying to keep …
AgNet News Hour: Farm Labor, Water Tech in Focus
California agriculture faces constant changes in labor regulations, water management and operating costs, making timely information increasingly important for farmers and ranchers. On the latest AgNet News Hour, “The Ag …
FELS Helps California Farmers Navigate Complex Labor Compliance
California agriculture faces a constantly changing labor and compliance landscape, and for farmers, keeping up with the rules can be nearly as challenging as producing the crop. On the latest …























