Allied Grape Growers President Speaks Candidly on Wine Sales, Tariffs, and Industry Struggles At the 49th Annual Allied Grape Growers Luncheon in Fresno, California, Jeff Bitter, President of the Allied …
Wine Grape Market Struggles: Jeff Bitter Shares Tough Outlook
Allied Grape Growers President Warns of Continued Economic Pressures for Non-Contracted Vineyards In a candid discussion with AgNet West’s Nick Papagni, Jeff Bitter, president of the Allied Grape Growers Association, …
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 06-26-25
Labor, Wolves, and Wine Woes: AgNet News Hour Talks Ag Policy and Market Shifts Happy Thursday from the Central Valley! On this week’s AgNet News Hour, Nick “The Ag Meter” …
Grape Industry Faces Wine Sales Challenges
At the 49th Annual Allied Grape Growers Luncheon in Fresno, key challenges facing the grape and wine industry were front and center. With U.S. wine sales off to a slow …
California Table Grape Harvest Kicks Off with Strong Yields
Central Valley Growers Prepare for High-Quality 2025 Grape Season The 2025 California table grape harvest is set to begin in the Central Valley between July 1 and July 10, with …
Grape growers, take note! What pest can turn your vineyard into a nightmare overnight?
In this episode of The Growing Edge, we sit down with legendary crop advisor Todd Burkdoll to talk about vine mealybugs and how Senstar® Insecticide is changing the game with …
Wine Grape Growers Asked to Vote on Extension of Pierce’s Disease Program
Ballots Due June 12 for Assessment Program Supporting Critical Research California wine grape growers are being urged to submit their ballots by Thursday, June 12, to vote on extending the …
California Table Grape Season Begins with Optimism and Strong Quality
A Promising Outlook for 2025’s Table Grape Crop In a recent update from AgNet West, Nick Papagni—known as “The Ag Meter”—spoke with Ian LeMay, President and CEO of the California …
California Table Grape Season Kicks Off Strong: Ian LeMay Shares Optimism for 2025-26
The 2025 California table grape season is officially underway, and it’s shaping up to be one to remember. In a recent interview with AgNetWest, Ian LeMay, the newly appointed President …
2025-2026 California Table Grape Season: A Fresh Start to a Global Campaign
The 2025-2026 California table grape season has officially begun, marking the start of a months-long journey of harvesting, packaging, and distribution that will ensure a steady supply of premium-quality grapes …
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-02-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. Join Nick Papagni, “the Ag Meter”, and producer Josh McGill as they dive deep into the stories shaping California’s vibrant …
Key Dates for Growers and Agricultural Professionals
Mark your calendars—several important events are coming up for growers, PCAs, and agricultural professionals. These summits and expos offer access to the latest research, expert speakers, and networking opportunities across …
AgNet News Hour Friday, 05-30-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. The Ag Net News Hour hosts, Lorrie Boyer, Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter” and Josh McGill discuss the upcoming heatwave …
Current State of Farming, Particular Focusing on Almond – Pistachio Markets
In the ever-evolving world of agriculture, the outlook for various crops can vary significantly based on several factors. Recently, insights from Nick Foglio of Foglio Commodities have shed light on …