The January 22 edition of the AgNet News Hour tackled a growing concern many California growers know all too well—foreign competition flooding the market during peak domestic seasons. Hosts Nick …
Joseph Dart and the Invention That Revolutionized Grain Shipping
Joseph Dart: A Pioneer in American Agriculture Joseph Dart, though born in Connecticut, left a lasting mark on American agriculture after moving to Buffalo, New York. Dart is best remembered …
California Agriculture in Transition: Market Volatility, Almond Outlook & Feed Trends
In this episode of the AgNet News Hour, commodity expert and fourth-generation farmer Nick Foglio of Foglio Commodities delivers one of the most insightful breakdowns of California agriculture heading into …
The Future of California Farming: Insights from Nick Foglio of Foglio Commodities
California agriculture is facing one of the most challenging periods in its history. From rising costs and water uncertainty to freight volatility and land-use pressure, every decision feels like a …
Navigating Agriculture’s Crossroads: Insights from Nick Foglio
The agricultural industry faces unprecedented challenges, from shifting commodity markets to labor shortages and automation. In a recent AgNet News Hour interview, Nick Foglio of Foglio Commodities shared timely insights …
Inside the World of Agricultural Shipping: A Conversation with Jeff Cox of Best Drayage
Navigating a Complex Year in Ports, Trucking, and Freight The agricultural export sector continues to evolve rapidly, and few understand the intricacies of ports, trucking, and container logistics better than …
California Agriculture at a Crossroads: Insights from Fresno County Farm Bureau President Ryan Jacobsen
A Conversation on Weather, Harvest Challenges, Industry Complexity, and the Future of Farming California agriculture is built on a foundation of resilience, innovation, and deep generational knowledge. Few people understand …
Kings River Packing: Eight Generations of Citrus Leadership
A Conversation with Vice President of Sales, Jesse Silva A Legacy Rooted in the 1860s When it comes to California citrus, Kings River Packing stands as one of the most …
California Citrus Season Off to a Strong Start, Kings River Packing Leads the Charge
The November 4 edition of the AgNet News Hour was a celebration of California citrus, featuring Jesse Silva, Vice President of Kings River Packing, who joined hosts Nick Papagni and …
Almond Market Outlook and Ag Education Lead the Conversation on AgNet News Hour
The November 3 edition of the AgNet News Hour delivered a mix of optimism and realism as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill recapped the week’s biggest ag stories and welcomed back Sonny Toor, owner …
California Farmers Confront Global Competition and Retail Pressure on AgNet News Hour
The October 28 edition of the AgNet News Hour tackled the global marketplace head-on, as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill examined how trade policy, retail pricing, and foreign imports continue to shape the …
Bill Jones: Fixing California’s Water and Future
A Voice for Fair Elections and California’s Future Former California Secretary of State Bill Jones, a lifelong farmer from Firebaugh, has spent decades balancing agriculture and politics in the Golden …
Pistachio Harvest Update and Fair Season Fun on AgNet News Hour
The September 30 edition of the AgNet News Hour mixed lighthearted fair talk with serious updates on California’s pistachio industry. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill opened the show with …
California Almond Harvest 2025: Prices and Yields
Insights from Steve Malanca of West Valley Hauling The Ag Meter recently visited Firebaugh, California, where Nick Papagni sat down with Steve Malanca of West Valley Hulling to discuss the …