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 …
California Agriculture Faces Mounting Pressure: Roger Isom Sounds the Alarm on Regulations, Water, and the Future of Farming
From plastic packaging mandates and water shortages to rodent damage, cotton production, and the upcoming California governor’s race, Roger Isom says the future of agriculture depends on the decisions being …
David Tangipa Warns of New California Taxes, Government Overreach, and Threats to Agriculture
District 8 Assemblyman David Tangipa joins “The Ag Meter” Nick Papagni to discuss California’s latest budget, proposed taxes, government accountability, water, agriculture, public safety, and why he believes the Central …
How Proactive Nutrition Helps California Growers Beat Summer Heat
Abe Isaak Shares Expert Advice on Managing Heat Stress, Sodium, and Crop Nutrition As California enters the hottest months of the growing season, orchard and specialty crop growers face one …
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 …
California Wine Industry Faces Defining Moment, Says Consultant Nicholas Karavidas
Legacy, Marketing, and Consumer Trends Will Determine the Future of California Wine For California’s wine industry, the road to recovery won’t be quick—but it is possible. That was the message …
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 at 75: Jeff Bitter Talks Survival, Wine Trends, and California’s Future
California Wine Industry Faces Challenges, But Allied Grape Growers Looks Ahead with Confidence California’s wine grape industry is navigating one of the most difficult periods in decades, but according to …
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 …
California Cherry Industry Suffers Historic Losses After Devastating 2026 Season
Michael Jameson Shares the Brutal Truth Behind California’s Toughest Cherry Crop in Decades California’s cherry industry entered the 2026 season with optimism, ideal growing conditions, and expectations for one 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 …