Executive Orders Ignored as Fresh Water is Lost to the Ocean Despite direct orders from both President Donald Trump and California Governor Gavin Newsom to prioritize delivering fresh water to …
Rich Kreps Sounds Alarm on California’s Water Storage Failures
Rich Kreps, pistachio grower and chairman of the American Pistachio Growers Board, is calling attention to California’s mismanagement of water resources, especially on the west side of Fresno. Speaking with …
Bayer May Exit Glyphosate Business Amid Mounting Legal Pressure
Billions in Lawsuits Push Company to Rethink Its Role in Herbicide Market After years of mounting legal battles and costly settlements, Bayer is signaling it may soon exit the glyphosate …
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-09-25
Happy Monday, growers, ranchers, and ag industry partners! If you’re searching for insights that will help you navigate challenges in the field and beyond, tune in to today’s AgNet News …
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-13-25
Today on AgNet News Hour: Pork Policy, Labor Pressure, Solar Land Fights, and Father’s Day in the Fields As we roll into Father’s Day weekend, the AgNet News Hour brings …
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 06-05-25
Don’t Miss Today’s AgNet News Hour: Protect Your Farm and Future Good morning, farmers and ag enthusiasts! The AgNet News Hour is here to keep you informed on the issues …
Steve Hilton Talks Turning California Around in Ag-Focused Interview
In an exclusive conversation with AgNet West, Steve Hilton, candidate for governor of California, shared his vision for revitalizing the state through regulatory reform and bold leadership—especially for agriculture and …
Western Tree Nut Association Backs Expansion of Agricultural Chipping to Curb Emissions
The Western Tree Nut Association has officially endorsed the San Joaquin Valley Unified Air Pollution Control District’s proposal to secure funding for expanding California’s agricultural chipping industry—a key move toward …
Can California Be Great Again? Steve Hilton Says “100%”
A Conversation with Gubernatorial Candidate Steve Hilton on Reclaiming California’s Future In a recent interview with AgNet West’s Nick Papagni, California gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton shared an optimistic, yet pragmatic, …
CDFA Urges Growers to Renew Irrigation and Nitrogen Management Certification
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is reminding growers enrolled in its Irrigation and Nitrogen Management Program to complete their self-certification renewal before the fast-approaching July 1 deadline. …
Tomatoes to Tequila: Stuart Woolf’s Agave Revolution in California
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 …
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 …