The San Joaquin Valley’s grape industry will once again take center stage this fall as the Whole Vine Festival returns to Fresno State on October 24, celebrating the region’s table …
California Walnut Industry Looks Ahead to Strong Export Opportunities
On today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour, California Walnut Commission and Board CEO and Executive Director Robert Verloop shared an optimistic outlook for the state’s walnut industry, highlighting strong …
Elaine Culotti Says California Policy Will Shape Agriculture’s Future
On today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour, California farmer and former gubernatorial candidate Elaine Culotti discussed why she believes the state’s 2026 governor’s race could have lasting implications for …
California’s Commercial Fishing Industry Faces Mounting Challenges, Says Morro Bay Fisherwoman
On today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour, commercial fisherman and Morro Bay resident Lori French described an industry struggling under mounting regulations, shrinking infrastructure, and declining opportunities for the …
Rickey Bird Says California Should Produce More of Its Own Oil
On today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour, filmmaker and third-generation oilfield worker Rickey Bird discussed his new documentary, Kern Oil, and argued that California’s energy policies are hurting local …
USDA’s Richard Fordyce Highlights Farm Bill Progress as Farm Bureau Pushes Labor Reform
On today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour, two major issues shaping agriculture’s future took center stage: efforts to modernize the nation’s farm labor system and new USDA initiatives designed …
USDA’s Luke Lindberg Highlights Trade Progress Ahead of America’s 250th Celebration
On a recent episode of the AgNet News Hour, USDA Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Luke Lindberg outlined how the Trump administration is working to expand export …
David Tangipa Says California Agriculture Needs Practical Leadership and Regulatory Reform
The future of California agriculture will depend on water reliability, regulatory reform, and stronger support for rural communities, according to Assemblyman David Tangipa. During a recent appearance on the AgNet …
Wine Consultant Says Industry Must Rethink Marketing for the Next Generation
California’s wine industry won’t recover simply by waiting for consumers to return, according to veteran wine consultant Nick Karavidas. Instead, he believes the industry must fundamentally rethink how it markets …
Roger Isom Calls for Water Investment, Regulatory Reform, and Voter Engagement
The second half of AgNet News Hour’s conversation with Roger Isom focused on what he believes are the biggest issues facing California agriculture: water infrastructure, regulatory reform, and the state’s …
Roger Isom Warns California Packaging Rules Could Increase Costs for Agriculture
California agriculture could face higher production costs and increased regulatory burdens as new packaging requirements move toward implementation, according to Roger Isom, president and CEO of the Western Tree Nut …
Allied Grape Growers Marks 75 Years While Navigating Wine Industry Challenges
The California wine industry is facing a period of transition, but leaders within the sector remain focused on long-term stability and future growth. During the recent 75th anniversary celebration of …
Part 2: California Cherry Industry Suffers One of Its Toughest Seasons in Decades
California cherry growers are working through one of the most difficult seasons in recent memory after weather disruptions, quality concerns, and market challenges combined to create what industry veteran Michael …
California Cherry Industry Suffers One of Its Toughest Seasons in Decades
California cherry growers are facing one of the most difficult seasons in recent memory after multiple spring rain events devastated what had initially appeared to be a promising crop. According to …