From almond flour to agave spirits, legendary farmer Stuart Woolf shares how he’s reshaping the future of California agriculture — one drought-tolerant plant at a time. If you’ve spent any …
California Ag Under Pressure: Innovation, Legacy, and the Voice of Nick Anderson
A Life Rooted in Agriculture and Community Few names in California agriculture carry the weight of both experience and legacy like Nick Anderson, Western Division Manager for Helena Agri-Enterprises and …
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-03-25
Big Ideas for California Agriculture on Today’s AgNet News Hour Start your Tuesday morning strong with Nick Papagni, the Ag Meter, and producer Josh McGill on the latest episode of …
Trump Doubles Steel Import Tariffs as U.S.-Japan Talks Continue
The U.S. is taking a firmer stance on trade policy as President Donald Trump announces a significant increase in steel import tariffs. Under the new proposal, tariffs would rise from …
Chronic Diseases Among Children Addressed in Report
The “Make America Healthy Again” commission report, which seeks to address the rising prevalence of chronic diseases among children, has drawn criticism for its lack of farmer representation. The report …
California’s Ag Challenges: Nick Anderson Talks Cost and Compliance
Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter”, speaks with Nick Anderson, Western Division Retail Manager for Helena Agri-Enterprises. With over 500 locations nationwide, Helena faces unique challenges operating in California compared to …
Western Mountain Snowpack Experiencing Accelerated Melting
The accelerated melting of Western Mountain snowpack, driven by unusually warm temperatures in May, raises concerns about water availability. Snowpack serves as a natural reservoir, gradually releasing water throughout the …
APHIS, CDFA Expand Citrus Greening Quarantine Area
The USDA Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), in collaboration with the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), has expanded the quarantine area for citrus greening due to new …
Citrus and Cherry Markets Heat Up in Early June
In this week’s market update from AgNet West, Nick Papagni highlights a strong start to June for California citrus and cherries. Citrus Outlook: The citrus market is booming, with navel …
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins Champions U.S. Ag in Rome
In a strong show of support for American agriculture, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins spent the day in Rome, Italy, reinforcing President Trump’s commitment to putting American farmers and ranchers …
How Westside Water Allocations Are Leaving Farmers Dry
California’s Westside farmers are once again caught in a cycle of uncertainty as water allocations remain unpredictable—despite full reservoirs and years of strong snowfall. According to AgNet West’s Nick Papagni, …
Trump Administration Invests to Revitalize U.S. Lumber Industry
The Trump administration is making a major move to boost America’s timber sector. According to Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins, the USDA is injecting $200 million into U.S. timber production. The …
Fifth-Generation Farmer Stephanie Moreda Sounds Alarm on Land Grabs in California
In a heartfelt conversation featuring Stephanie Moreda—known to many as the voice behind Dairy Girl Diaries—shed light on the ongoing land grab crisis threatening small family farms in Petaluma, California. …
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-02-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. Join Nick Papagni, “the Ag Meter”, and producer Josh McGill as they dive deep into the stories shaping California’s vibrant …