A recent report is raising concerns for California’s grape industry after invasive glassy-winged sharpshooters were discovered on grapevines sold through a retail outlet and in shipments distributed across multiple Northern …
California Farm Bureau President Shannon Douglas Discusses Federal Support, Water Challenges, and the Future of Agriculture
California agriculture continues to face a complex mix of challenges, from labor shortages and water uncertainty to trade concerns and wildlife management. During a recent visit by U.S. Secretary of …
Popcorn’s Remarkable Journey Through American Agricultural History
Popcorn is more than just a favorite movie snack — it is a crop deeply rooted in agricultural history, innovation, and American resilience. From its ancient beginnings in Central America …
USDA Announces $1.7 Billion Relief Package for Specialty Crop Farmers During California Visit
Secretary Brooke Rollins Unveils New Assistance Program for Specialty Crop Producers in the San Joaquin Valley California agriculture took center stage as U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins visited the …
California Agriculture, Water, and Regulations Take Center Stage in AgNet News Hour Discussion
The AgNet News Hour focused heavily on California politics, agriculture policy, water management, labor concerns, and the future of farming during a wide-ranging June 1 broadcast featuring political analyst David …
Steve Hilton Promises Big Changes for California Farmers, Water, and Energy Policies
California gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton joined “The Ag Meter” Nick Papagni for an energetic and wide-ranging interview focused on the future of California agriculture, water policy, energy costs, regulations, and …
Jon Kinzenbaw: The Iowa Innovator Who Helped Modernize American Farming
American agriculture has long been shaped by innovators who found better, faster, and more efficient ways to help farmers work the land. One of those modern pioneers is Jon Kinzenbaw, …
Chad Bianco Says California Must End Forced Policies, Expand Water Storage, and Support Agriculture
Riverside County Sheriff and California governor candidate Chad Bianco returned to the AgNet News Hour for part two of his conversation about California agriculture, water policy, regulations, energy, immigration, and …
Chad Bianco Sounds Off on California Agriculture, Water, Energy, and the Future of the Golden State
California agriculture is at a crossroads, and according to Riverside County Sheriff and gubernatorial candidate Chad Bianco, the state’s farming industry is being pushed to the brink by failed government …
Inside the Hidden World of Insects in Agriculture
In this episode of Voices of the Valley, Western Growers’ Jeana Cadby sits down with USDA research entomologist Dr. Daniel Hasegawa to explore the surprising role insects play in agriculture. …
California Pear Growers Fight Imports While Delivering Premium Fruit
California’s pear industry may be smaller than it once was, but its growers are fighting harder than ever to preserve the quality, reputation, and future of one of the state’s …
California Pear Growers Push for Quality, Fair Market as Early Season Approaches
The AgNet News Hour featured California Pear Advisory Board Executive Director Chris Zanobini, who discussed the upcoming pear season, market challenges, imported fruit concerns, and the future of one of …
California at a Crossroads: Edward Ring Sounds the Alarm on Water, Energy & the Future of Farming
California’s future may depend on one question: can the state reverse course before water shortages, energy costs, and regulatory failures permanently damage agriculture and the economy? That was the central …
Huma Highlights Water-Saving Potential of SURF-MAX® Technology
As California growers face increasing pressure to improve water efficiency, companies are continuing to develop tools aimed at maximizing every irrigation pass. Fred Nichols, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer for …