Facing Crisis Mode with Resilience: California Fruit Growers Speak Out on AgNet News Hour In today’s AgNet News Hour, hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill bring Central Valley energy to …
Labor Crisis Still Looms Over California’s Fresh Fruit Industry
Immigration Reform Remains Unresolved as Growers Seek Solutions Nick Papagni, host of The Ag Meter, sat down with Daniel Hartwig, president of the California Fresh Fruit Association, to discuss one …
U.S. Citrus Tariff Threatens South African Agriculture
A newly announced 30% tariff on South African citrus exports to the United States, set to take effect August 1, has drawn sharp backlash from agricultural stakeholders and trade experts. …
USDA Unveils 7-Point National Farm Security Action Plan
A Strategic Blueprint for Safeguarding U.S. Agriculture In a significant move to fortify the nation’s agricultural sector, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has introduced a comprehensive National Farm Security …
Chad Bianco: “California Is in Crisis—And Agriculture Is Paying the Price”
In a candid conversation with The Ag Meter host Nick Papagni, Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, now running for governor, shared bold criticisms of California’s current leadership—especially when it comes …
California Fresh Fruit Industry Faces Crisis
A Voice for California’s Fruit Growers Daniel Hartwig, President of the California Fresh Fruit Association, joined AgNet West’s “The Ag Meter” to discuss the state of agriculture in California. Representing …
Hilton Slams Solar on Farmland, Pledges Support for California Ag
California at a Crossroads: Steve Hilton Talks Ag, Energy, and Leadership In a wide-ranging interview with AgNet West’s Nick Papagni, gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton laid out his vision for California …
Chad Bianco: “Somebody’s Got to Fix California”
A Lawman’s Leap: Sheriff Chad Bianco Runs for Governor Nick Papagni, also known as “The Ag Meter,” recently sat down with Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, who has announced his …
San Joaquin Valley Water Blueprint Pushes for Bold Water Reforms
The San Joaquin Valley Water Blueprint, a diverse coalition of agricultural, municipal, and community stakeholders, is stepping up efforts to improve water supply reliability in California’s Central Valley. At the …
AgNet News Hour: Citrus Expo Preview, USDA Snap Crackdown, and Chad Bianco’s Bold Vision for California Ag
In today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour, hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill kick off a fabulous Friday with a spotlight on the upcoming Citrus and Specialty Crop Expo—an …
California Fruit Leader Calls Out Regulations Hurting Growers
California Fresh Fruit Association President Speaks Out on Growing Regulatory Burdens Nick Papagni, known as “The Ag Meter,” recently sat down with Daniel Hartwig, president of the California Fresh Fruit …
Mexico Remains Top Market for U.S. Ag Exports in 2024
U.S. Agricultural Exports to Mexico Hit $30.2 Billion in 2024 According to the latest USDA report, Mexico was the number one destination for U.S. agricultural exports in 2024, receiving $30.2 …
Steve Hilton Blasts Solar Farms on California Agricultural Land
Solar Panels vs. Farmland: A Growing Controversy Nick Papagni, host of The Ag Meter, sat down with Steve Hilton, candidate for Governor of California, to discuss a major issue affecting …
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 07-10-25
Common Sense and Crisis Mode: July 10 AgNet News Hour with Steve Hilton In today’s AgNet News Hour, hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill are joined by one of the …