The AgNet News Hour covered a wide range of issues impacting California agriculture, including unusually early crop harvests, ongoing water challenges, labor concerns, and mounting frustration over regulations affecting growers …
California Governor Debate Leaves Agriculture Behind as Water, Taxes, and Policy Battles Intensify
The AgNet News Hour focused heavily on California’s growing political divide and the frustration many in agriculture feel after farming issues were virtually ignored during recent gubernatorial debates, despite the …
David Tangipa Says California Is at a Crossroads for Farmers, Water, Taxes and the Future of the State
California Assemblyman David Tangipa believes the Golden State is approaching a defining moment — one that could determine the future of farming, water, taxes, and economic survival for generations to …
California Policy, Meat Industry Concerns, and Governor Race Take Center Stage for Agriculture
The AgNet News Hour focused on major policy concerns impacting agriculture, including rising scrutiny of the meat industry, ongoing debate over California’s leadership, and the broader economic pressures facing farmers …
Madera Grower Darren Schmall Expands Agriculture into Agritourism, Innovation, and Sustainability
The AgNet News Hour featured a conversation with Madera grower Darren Schmall, highlighting how one Central Valley farmer is blending traditional agriculture with innovation, agritourism, and sustainability to stay competitive …
Monterey County Agriculture at a Crossroads: Water, Labor, and the Future of America’s Salad Bowl
In a compelling interview with “the Ag Meter” host Nick Papagni, sits down with Norm Groot of the Monterey County Farm Bureau to unpack the realities facing one of the …
Farm Bill Advances as Food Security, Fertilizer Costs, and California Policy Pressures Dominate Ag Conversation
One of the biggest headlines from the episode was movement on the federal Farm Bill, which officially passed the U.S. House for the first time since 2018. The legislation marks …
Fertilizer Costs, Policy Debate, and Water Challenges Take Center Stage for California Agriculture
The highlighted major issues shaping agriculture right now, including rising fertilizer costs, ongoing political debates in California, and serious water challenges facing growers in key production regions like Monterey County. …
California Table Grape Season Starts Early in 2026 with Strong Outlook and Global Demand
The AgNet News Hour featured a conversation with California Table Grape Commission President and CEO Ian LeMay, highlighting an early start to the 2026 season, strong market demand, and the …
California Crossroads: McClintock on Water, Policy & Ag
California agriculture sits at the center of a growing policy debate—and in a recent interview with “The Ag Meter” Nick Papagni, Congressman Tom McClintock lays out a sweeping case for …
Congressman McClintock Calls for Policy Shift as Water, Labor, and Regulation Pressures Mount in California Agriculture
The AgNet News Hour continued its in-depth conversation with Congressman Tom McClintock, focusing on the growing challenges facing California agriculture and the policy changes he believes are necessary to restore …
California Agriculture Left Out of Governor Debate as Leaders Push for Policy Change
The AgNet News Hour highlighted growing frustration across the agricultural community after a recent California governor debate failed to address key issues like farming, water, and food production, despite their …
USDA’s Fordyce: Policy, Pressure & Promise for Farmers
American agriculture is at a crossroads—and few understand that better than USDA Undersecretary of Farm Production and Conservation, Richard Fordyce. In a compelling conversation with “The Ag Meter” Nick Papagni, …
USDA’s Richard Fordyce Highlights Farm Bill Gains, Tax Relief, and Support for California Agriculture
The AgNet News Hour featured a detailed conversation with USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce, who outlined key federal efforts aimed at supporting farmers, improving financial stability, …