…it’s time to bring back common sense. 🎙️ AgNet News Hour – AgNet West 🌐 Website: agnetwest.com 📱 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and all major podcast platforms…
California Ag Spotlight: Farm Bureau & Almond Updates
…Papagni, “the Ag Meter”, and Sir Josh McGill provide firsthand coverage from the convention floor, where farmers, ranchers, policymakers, and industry leaders come together to share insights and discuss solutions…
Brooke Rollins in California, Potter Valley Dams, and Propane Tech: A Big Day for AgNet News Hour
…to California—especially when it comes to regulations, water, labor, and the future of farming in the state. Her visit alone sent a signal that Washington sees California ag as too…
Margaret Mims on Leadership, Water, and Why She’s Running for Fresno County Supervisor
…you have to be involved locally.” Water was a central theme throughout the discussion. While California has seen improved rainfall, Mims warned against complacency. “We’ve learned this lesson over and…
AgNet News Hour: Health, Water, and California’s Crossroads
…in California. A major focus of the episode is the national “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) initiative, which aims to combat rising obesity by encouraging whole foods, reducing ultra-processed foods,…
AgNet News Hour: Nutrition Policy, Prop 50, and California Agriculture Under Pressure
…increased accountability, while urging farmers and rural communities to become more politically engaged. He stresses that breaking the Democratic supermajority in Sacramento is critical for meaningful reform, particularly on water…
Lex Nicoleta: Coastal Grandmother, Farming, Food & Influence
…negative comments carry weight—criticism comes with visibility. Food, Recipes, and Seasonal Cooking Food content plays a major role in Lex’s platform. She develops recipes by experimenting, focusing heavily on appetizers,…
Marketing, Wine & Ag: Lex Nicoleta on AgNet News Hour
…can go viral, attracting new audiences and driving engagement. She advises ag brands to consider micro-influencers or local content creators as accessible ways to build awareness and trust online. For…
World Ag Expo 2026 Showcases Global Ag Innovation
…pathways in the industry. Tickets, Discounts, and Event Information Tickets for the World Ag Expo can be purchased online at worldagexpo.com. Online buyers can use promo code AGMETER to receive…
AgNet News Hour: Policy, Innovation & the Future of Agriculture
…for a federal investigation into alleged Mexican strawberry dumping. Papagni and Boyer emphasize the importance of protecting domestic agriculture and ensuring American farmers can compete on a level playing field….
California Raisins & Grape Innovation: AgNet News Hour Highlights
California agriculture continues to evolve as growers adapt to water shortages, rising labor costs, and global competition. On the latest AgNet News Hour, Fresno County Viticulture Advisor George Zhuang shared…
Food Dyes, Fraud, and the Future of Agriculture in 2026
…artificial food dyes dramatically affected her son’s behavior during early childhood. Erin explained that her son experienced extreme hyperactivity, aggression, and loss of impulse control—symptoms that completely changed once artificial…
AgNet News Hour Podcast: Water, Policy, and the Future of California Agriculture
The AgNet News Hour kicks off 2026 with a comprehensive discussion on the most critical issue facing California agriculture: water. Hosts Nick Papagni, “the Ag Meter”, and Lorrie Boyer examine…
AgNet News Hour: California Agriculture, Wine Industry Insights & Trade Talks for 2026
…Lorrie reflect on the challenges of proving wolf depredation incidents, pointing out the complexities of navigating federal regulations that often hinder swift action by farmers. This segment underscores the importance…