Shaping California’s Future Through FFA California’s agricultural industry thrives thanks to the next generation of leaders developed through FFA (Future Farmers of America). On a recent Ag Meter episode, Nick …
FFA: Building the Next Generation of California Agriculture Leaders
California agriculture is facing growing challenges—from extreme weather and trade pressures to regulatory shifts—but the future of farming depends on the next generation. On this episode of the AgNet News …
Corn Shelling Bees: How Community and Early Technology Shaped American Agriculture
Corn’s Foundational Role in American Agriculture Corn has always played a central role in American agriculture, serving as a vital crop for both human consumption and livestock feed. From early …
Corn Shelling Bees: How Early Americans Processed Corn by Hand
Corn Shelling Bees: A Cornerstone of Early American Agriculture Corn has played a vital role in American agriculture since the nation’s earliest days. Long before modern machinery transformed farming, corn …
Janae Wallace: Miss Rodeo California’s Year of Dedication and Impact
A Dream Realized Janae Wallace, crowned Miss Rodeo California in November 2024, has spent the past year turning a lifelong dream into reality. Growing up in a small Southern California …
AgNet News Hour Podcast Recap: Agriculture Policy, Rodeo Ambassadors, and Holiday Cheer
The latest episode of the AgNet News Hour from AgNet West delivers a compelling blend of hard-hitting agricultural policy, real-world producer concerns, inspiring personal stories, and just the right amount …
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 …
Celebrating the Valley’s Bounty: The Whole Vine Festival Returns to Fresno State
A Tribute to the Central Valley’s Grape, Raisin, and Wine Legacy The Central Valley’s proud agricultural spirit will be on full display once again at the third annual Whole Vine …
Shannon Douglas: Leading California Agriculture Through Opportunity and Challenge
California is one of the most diverse and productive agricultural states in the nation. From the vineyards of Napa to the citrus groves of the Central Valley, farms across the …
Innovation, Water, and Politics Take Center Stage in California Ag
The September 18 edition of the AgNet News Hour delivered a mix of innovation, politics, and pressing issues for California farmers. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill covered everything from …
Reedley College Ag Conference 2025: Innovation, Careers & Farming’s Future
Reedley College to Host Ag Conference on October 9: Innovation, Careers, and the Future of Farming The Reedley College Agriculture Conference returns on October 9, 2025, bringing together growers, students, …
Citrus and Specialty Crop Expo 2025 Welcomes California Growers
Industry Leaders Gather in Tampa for August Ag Event California citrus and specialty crop producers are invited to attend the 2025 Citrus and Specialty Crop Expo, a premier industry event …
California Avocado Month Launches with Strong Supply and Soaring Demand
June marks the beginning of California Avocado Month—a celebration of one of the state’s most iconic and in-demand crops. Backed by a powerful marketing campaign led by the California Avocado …
Almond Board Launches First-Ever Production Research Summit
The Almond Board of California is set to host its inaugural Production Research Summit on June 18 at the DoubleTree in Modesto, a milestone event designed to deliver deep, science-based …