Potter Valley

California Agriculture Faces Policy Pressure, Weather Challenges, and Critical Election Year

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The AgNet News Hour focused on a wide range of challenges impacting California agriculture, from political pressure in Sacramento to unpredictable weather patterns and rising input costs heading into a …

California Ag Policy

California Ag at a Crossroads: Policy, Pressure, and Opportunity

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California agriculture sits at the intersection of innovation, regulation, and global food production—and few understand that balance better than Emily Rooney, president of Agricultural Council of California. In a wide-ranging …

California Governor Race

California Governor Race and Trade Policy Highlight Challenges and Opportunities for Agriculture

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The AgNet News Hour focused on two major themes impacting agriculture—California’s heated governor race and ongoing federal efforts to strengthen global trade opportunities for U.S. farmers. As the governor’s race …

California agriculture

Secretary of the California Department of Food and Agriculture

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California agriculture is facing one of the most pivotal moments in its history—and few understand that better than Karen Ross. In a wide-ranging interview with “The Ag Meter” host Nick …

California Agriculture

California Agriculture at a Crossroads: Insights from Ryan Jacobsen at Fresno State

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At a recent gubernatorial debate hosted at Fresno State, agricultural leadership took center stage as Ryan Jacobsen, CEO of the Fresno County Farm Bureau, shared his candid perspective on the …

Chad Bianco

Chad Bianco on California Agriculture: “Common Sense Can Fix What’s Broken”

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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 …

fire ant control

Fire Ant Control and Farm Policy Take Center Stage; Mike Johanns Shares Insight for Growers

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The March 20 edition of the AgNet News Hour delivered a mix of practical field insights and high-level agricultural policy discussion, giving California farmers both immediate takeaways and long-term perspective. …

AgNet News Hour podcast

AgNet News Hour Podcast: Business, Ag Education, Water History & Orchard Health

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The latest AgNet News Hour Podcast delivers another packed episode with Nick “The Ag Meter” Papagni and “Sir” Josh McGill, bringing listeners a wide-ranging discussion on agriculture, business, education, water …

California dairy

Dairy Leadership, Innovation, and Challenges with Melvin Medeiros

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The AgNet News Hour recently featured an in-depth conversation with dairy leader Melvin Medeiros, chairman of the Western Council for Dairy Farmers of America (DFA). In a wide-ranging interview with …

Cannon Michael

Six Generations of Farming: Cannon Michael on Water, Innovation, and the Future of California Agriculture

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California agriculture faces enormous pressure—from water shortages and rising regulations to uncertain markets. Yet farms like Bowles Farming Company continue to adapt, innovate, and feed millions of people. In a …

Steve Hilton

Steve Hilton: “Help Is on the Way” for California Agriculture

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California is at a crossroads — and according to gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton, the state’s farmers, ranchers, manufacturers, and energy producers are carrying the heaviest burden. In a wide-ranging interview, …

Independent

Elaine Culotti Enters Governor’s Race, Calls for Major Reset in California Policy

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The February 27 edition of the AgNet News Hour featured a wide-ranging and energetic conversation with Elaine Culotti, who officially announced she is running for Governor of California. In a …

Karen Ross

Karen Ross on Water, Workforce, and the Future of California Agriculture

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A Visit to Reedley: California’s Ag Secretary Engages with the Valley California Agriculture Secretary Karen Ross joined The Ag Meter host Nick Papagni at Reedley College to discuss the challenges …

California raisin

California Raisin Leaders on Trade, Water & Future

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Industry Legends Reflect on the Past and Present The raisin industry in California, once a dominant force in global dried fruit production, is undergoing dramatic changes. In a recent conversation …