California’s Crossroads: John Duarte Talks Leadership, Agriculture, and the Future of the Golden State On a special Thanksgiving edition of the AgNet News Hour, host Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter,” …
Organic Farming, Regulation & Innovation in California
Thanksgiving Week Opens with Weather Shifts and Industry Updates The AgNet News Hour begins with hosts Nick Papagni and Lorrie Boyer catching up on Thanksgiving plans, recent health challenges, and …
Inside the AgNet News Hour: Meat Markets, Organic Innovation, and the Future of Farming
The latest AgNet News Hour delivers a wide-ranging look at the issues shaping American agriculture—from meat-industry shakeups to the rapid evolution of organic farming technology. Hosts Nick Papagni and Lorrie …
Jason Gianelli: Water, Labor, and the Future of Farming in the South Valley
The November 21 edition of the AgNet News Hour closed out the week with a powerful, wide-ranging interview featuring Jason Gianelli, fourth-generation Kern County farmer and Director of Farming for Old River …
Stephen Pistoresi Shares How Semios Is Transforming Pest Control, Irrigation, and the Future of Farming
The November 19 edition of the AgNet News Hour delivered one of the most insightful tech-focused interviews of the season as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill welcomed Stephen Pistoresi, …
Jeff Cox Explains the Freight Factor Behind California’s Ag Exports
The November 17 edition of the AgNet News Hour gave listeners a behind-the-scenes look at one of agriculture’s least visible but most vital sectors — freight and drayage. Hosts Nick …
Inside FIRA USA 2025: California’s AgTech Future
A Conversation with Hannah Johnson, Director of Industry for the California Ag Tech Alliance Bringing the Ag Tech Community Together At FIRA USA in Woodland, California, excitement and collaboration filled …
Ian LeMay Shares California Table Grape Success Story Amid Global Competition
The November 14 edition of the AgNet News Hour featured Ian LeMay, President of the California Table Grape Commission, in a wide-ranging discussion with hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill …
Kings County Farm Bureau Takes on State Water Board Over Groundwater Rights
An In-Depth Conversation with Executive Director Dusty Ference As California agriculture faces mounting regulatory pressure, few voices have stepped forward as boldly as Dusty Ference, Executive Director of the Kings …
Kings County Farm Bureau Takes on Sacramento Over Groundwater Rights
The November 13 edition of the AgNet News Hour hit home for farmers across California as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill sat down with Dusty Ference, Executive Director of …
Homestead Act and America’s Westward Expansion
Reaching the Mississippi: The Edge of the Frontier By 1813, America’s western frontier stretched to the Mississippi River, marking a major milestone in the nation’s expansion. At its heart stood …
Michael Jameson Reports a Rebound for California Walnuts
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 …
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 …
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 …