…longstanding inequities in trade policy that have placed California growers at a disadvantage. Competing with Turkey and Leveraging USDA Programs When it comes to competing with lower-cost raisin producers such…
John Duarte on Central Valley Agriculture: Water, Prop 50, and the Future of Avocados
…vanity piece.” A Call for Common-Sense Leadership Duarte highlighted candidates like Lorenzo Rios, a military veteran and congressional hopeful whom he described as charismatic, sincere, and deeply committed to the…
Shannon Douglas: Leading California Agriculture Through Opportunity and Challenge
…international competition grows fiercer. Regulatory compliance costs alone have increased by 1,400% in the past 15 years, according to Farm Bureau data. Many family farms, particularly small and mid-sized operations,…
California Trucking: Costs, Rules & Roadblocks
…– markjr@wildwoodex.com Jose Nunez – jose@nuneztt.com Papagni closed by reminding listeners that The Ag Meter will continue providing updates on California freight and trucking policy as changes develop week by…
Lorenzo Rios: Valley Strong Vision for California
…to higher education, allowing him to attend Gonzaga University in Washington through the ROTC program. Over a distinguished 23-year career, Rios led troops in combat operations in Iraq, Afghanistan, and…
Mike Harvey: Farming, Faith & Leading California’s Youth
…in recent American history—the memorial service for Charlie Kirk, hosted by Turning Point USA. Held in a massive stadium seating around 75,000 people, the event drew crowds so large that…
Mike Harvey and Lorenzo Rios Share Powerful Stories on AgNet News Hour
…events he’s ever witnessed. He stressed the importance of youth leadership, saying groups like FFA, Turning Point USA, and 5-11 give kids the tools to find their voice and future…
Beef Supply Shortages and Meat Prices: Darren Hill of JD Food
…Hill said the industry is now adapting. The price gap between compliant and non-compliant pork has narrowed. Non-compliant pork—produced outside California—can still be sold if it undergoes further processing in…
Reedley College Ag Conference 2025: Innovation, Careers & Farming’s Future
…sessions, the event will host a career fair for agricultural employers. Companies such as Fowler Packing, Moonlight, Fresno Equipment Company, Sun-Maid, and HMC Farms will be present to meet Reedley…
My Job Depends on Ag: How a Grassroots Sticker Campaign Grew Into a Movement Supporting California Agriculture
…huge, and this campaign helps spread the message.” To learn how to get a sticker or support the program, visit AgNetWest.com or email Nick at nick@agnetmedia.com. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……
California Wine Month: Sustainability, Innovation, and the Future of Wine
…remarkable aspects of California’s wine industry is its commitment to sustainability: 90% of California wines are produced in a certified sustainable winery. 65% of vineyard acreage is certified sustainable. 95%…
Tariffs, Trade, and Table Grapes: Richard Matoian Shares Insights on California Farming Challenges
…executive order. The deal includes a 15% baseline tariff on imports and a commitment to expand rice purchases by 75%. Matoian tied this directly to the pistachio industry, stressing that…
California Wine Month Highlights Sustainability and Innovation: Julie Berge of the Wine Institute Shares Industry Outlook
…The state produces 81% of all U.S. wine, making it the fourth-largest wine producer in the world, behind only France, Italy, and Spain. With 6,200 wineries across 49 counties, California…
Beef on Dairy Industry Report Highlights Growth and Opportunity
…underscored that collaboration, genetics, and nutrition are the keys to keeping beef-on-dairy competitive long term. The second edition of the Beef on Dairy Industry Report is now available at PurinaMills.com/dairy-beef….