At a recent interview with “the Ag Meter” at Fresno State, gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton delivered a sharp critique of California’s current leadership while laying out a bold vision for …
Chad Bianco on California Agriculture: “Common Sense Can Fix What’s Broken”
A Conversation from Fresno State At a recent agricultural gathering hosted at Fresno State, gubernatorial candidate Chad Bianco sat down with AgNet West’s “Ag Meter” to discuss the future of …
Butler Manufacturing: From Water Tanks to Steel Buildings
The Founding of an Agricultural Innovator In 1901, brothers Charles Butler and Newton Butler established the Butler Manufacturing Company in Kansas City. What began as a modest operation would grow …
California Ag Leaders Push for Policy Change and Representation at Governor Debate
Today’s AgNet News Hour spotlighted a major moment for California agriculture as industry leaders and political candidates gathered at Fresno State for a gubernatorial debate focused heavily on farming, water, …
Walnut Orchards to Washington: Jenny Moffitt’s Mission to Save American Farming
Agriculture is more than a profession—it’s a legacy. And few embody that legacy better than Jenny Lester Moffitt, the latest guest with The Ag Meter host Nick Papagni. In this …
Seeds of Survival: How Irrigation Shaped Early Colorado Agriculture
The Beginnings of Agriculture in Colorado Agriculture in what is now Colorado began to take shape in the early 1850s, during a time when much of the region was considered …
Soil Secrets Growers Can’t Afford to Ignore: Why This Ag Meter Interview Matters
As spring transitions into the heat of the growing season, every decision a grower makes right now can impact yield, quality, and profitability months down the line. That’s exactly why …
California Water Crisis: Can It Be Fixed?
Inside the Fight for Water in the Central Valley California agriculture is facing a defining moment—and water sits at the center of it all. In a compelling conversation with “The …
California Water Challenges Take Center Stage as Experts Call for Urgent Action
The AgNet News Hour highlighted growing concerns over California’s ongoing water challenges, as water management expert Lindsay Cederquist outlined the real-world impact of limited allocations, regulatory pressure, and the need …
Colorado Irrigation: How Greeley Transformed Western Agriculture
The Birth of Agriculture in Greeley Greeley became Colorado’s first major agricultural settlement, marking a turning point in the development of farming across the state. Early settlers arrived with optimism …
California Cattle Under Pressure: Katie Roberti Speaks Out
The cattle industry never slows down—and neither do the people working to protect it. In a recent interview with “the Ag Meter”, host Nick Papagni sat down with Katie Roberti, …
California Cattle Industry Faces Growing Pressure; Katie Roberti Discusses Wolves, Water, and Policy Challenges
The March 25 edition of the AgNet News Hour featured a wide-ranging and insightful conversation with Katie Roberti, Director of Communications for the California Cattlemen’s Association, highlighting the growing challenges …
Inside Agriculture’s Turning Point: Mike Johanns on Policy, Profitability, and the Future
American agriculture is at a crossroads—and few voices carry more insight than former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, the former Nebraska governor, and now he’s the chairman of Ag for the …
From Water Challenges to Agave Innovation: The Woolf Farming Story
A Multi-Generational Legacy on California’s Westside At Woolf Farming & Processing, agriculture is more than a business—it’s a legacy that began in 1974 and continues to evolve with each generation. …