Researchers link daily mango consumption to lower blood pressure and cholesterol. A recent study published in the Journal of the American Nutrition Association suggests that eating mangoes may offer heart …
From Setback to Success: Daniel Jackson on Building Family Tree Farms in Kingsburg
Rooted in Resilience: A Family Legacy Reimagined Daniel Jackson of Family Tree Farms shared his inspiring journey into the agricultural industry during a recent conversation with AgNet West. As one …
Generations of Growth: Daniel Jackson on Family Tree Farms’ Roots, Innovation, Future
A Valley Legacy Rooted in Grit For Daniel Jackson of Family Tree Farms, farming isn’t just a business — it’s a family legacy dating back to the Great Depression. His …
Honoring Agricultural Roots: Nick Anderson Reflects on Valley Farming Legacy
In a recent conversation with AgNet West, Nick Anderson of Helena Agri-Enterprises emphasized the importance of understanding and honoring the deep agricultural history of California’s San Joaquin Valley. As “The …
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 06-04-25
Don’t Miss Today’s AgNet News Hour: Trade Talks, Wheat Watch, and a Dive into California’s Farming Legacy Today’s AgNet News Hour with host Nick Papagni, the Ag Meter, and producer …
Tomatoes to Tequila: Stuart Woolf’s Agave Revolution in California
From almond flour to agave spirits, legendary farmer Stuart Woolf shares how he’s reshaping the future of California agriculture — one drought-tolerant plant at a time. If you’ve spent any …
California Ag Under Pressure: Innovation, Legacy, and the Voice of Nick Anderson
A Life Rooted in Agriculture and Community Few names in California agriculture carry the weight of both experience and legacy like Nick Anderson, Western Division Manager for Helena Agri-Enterprises and …
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 …
Elaine Culotti “The Lipstick Farmer” on Fixing California Supply Chain, Other Issues
My guest is Elaine Culotti, “The Lipstick Farmer”. She owns a 40-acre Big Z ranch in Fallbrook, California. She was on the TV show Undercover Billionaire. She grows everything from …
California Ag Markets Experiencing Mixed Recovery After Tariff Disruption
The American almond market is experiencing a notable recovery following the tariff disruptions, largely due to key international buyers like China returning to U.S. almonds. Countries that had initially sought …
Fruit Storage Trends Reflect Decline
The latest U.S. Apple Tracker report provides insight into fruit storage trends as of May 2025. Fresh Market Apple holdings were recorded at 52.3 million, reflecting a 2% decline compared …
Oceanside Pole Program Launches Commercial Production of Sweet Red Bell Peppers
Beyond avocados, another key development in California agriculture is the Oceanside Pole Program, which has officially launched commercial production of sweet red bell peppers. This initiative is projected to supply …
May Means Strawberries – But Are Your Fields Ready?
On this episode of The Growing Edge, Todd Burkdoll returns to share urgent insights for Central Coast growers. From battling powdery mildew in strawberries and wine grapes to early intervention against …
Soil in Organic is a Big Thing
Talking with Steven Paul from Homegrown Organic Farms in Kingsburg California and how important is the soil growing organic products. We are looking at a different approach to organic soil, …