The January 16 edition of the AgNet News Hour delivered one of the most wide-ranging conversations of the week as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill continued their coverage from …
Brooke Rollins in California, Potter Valley Dams, and Propane Tech: A Big Day for AgNet News Hour
The January 14 edition of the AgNet News Hour brought a packed lineup for California farmers—covering everything from federal attention on state ag issues to real-world energy solutions growers can …
Brooke Rollins Warns California Agriculture Faces an Existential Threat
Secretary of Agriculture Addresses Farm Bureau, Water, Labor, and State Overreach Speaking at the 107th American Farm Bureau Convention in California, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins delivered a forceful …
From Sheriff to Supervisor: Margaret Mims’ Vision for Fresno County’s Future
A Central Valley Leader Steps Forward Again Few public servants know Fresno County like Margaret Mims. After a 42-year law enforcement career—including 16 years as Fresno County sheriff—Mims is once …
Margaret Mims on Leadership, Water, and Why She’s Running for Fresno County Supervisor
Today’s edition of the AgNet News Hour featured a timely and candid conversation with Margaret Mims, longtime agriculture advocate and candidate for Fresno County Supervisor, as hosts Nick Papagni and …
AgNet News Hour: Health, Water, and California’s Crossroads
The latest episode of the AgNet News Hour covers a wide range of critical issues impacting California agriculture, public health, and state leadership, blending candid conversation with sharp political and …
David Tangipa on Prop 50, High-Speed Rail, and the Fight for California’s Central Valley
California Assemblyman David Tangipa (District 8) joined Ag Meter to discuss the future of California politics, agriculture, and representation, with a sharp focus on redistricting, election integrity, and the growing …
AgNet News Hour: Nutrition Policy, Prop 50, and California Agriculture Under Pressure
The latest episode of the AgNet News Hour delivers a wide-ranging discussion on agriculture, public policy, and the growing challenges facing California farmers. Hosts Nick Papagni, “the Ag Meter”, and …
George Zhuang on Raisins, Innovation, and Fresno Grapes
A New Year and Renewed Optimism for Grapes As California’s grape industry faces ongoing economic and labor pressures, cautious optimism is beginning to surface. On Ag Meter, Fresno County Viticulture …
California in Crisis: Elaine Culotti on Leadership, Voter ID & Agriculture
California faces critical challenges in 2026, from economic mismanagement to overregulation and environmental disputes, and farmers are feeling the impact. On the AgNet West News Hour, Nick Papagni, the Ag …
Alexandra Duarte Talks Water, Agriculture, and Rural California in State Senate District 4 Race
Alexandra Duarte, Modesto almond farmer and candidate for California State Senate District 4, joined Ag Meter to discuss her rapidly growing campaign, the challenges facing rural California, and why agriculture …
Regulations, Water Challenges, and the 2026 Outlook: Roger Isom on the AgNet News Hour
In this Thursday edition of the AgNet News Hour, Nick Papagni and Lorrie Boyer sit down with Roger Isom, a leading voice in California agriculture. The conversation covers critical challenges …
Inside Butte County Agriculture: Education, Community, and Critical Issues
A Conversation with Colleen Cecil, Executive Director of the Butte County Farm Bureau A Morning at the Agribee The conversation opens with Ag Meter welcoming guest Colleen Cecil, Executive Director …
Fourth-Generation Farming in the South Valley: An Interview with Jason Giannelli
A Legacy Rooted in Bakersfield In the heart of California’s South Valley, farming is more than a livelihood—it’s a legacy. Jason Giannelli, a fourth-generation farmer from Bakersfield, carries forward a …