…$4 billion in economic output annually. Water Efficiency and Innovation in Farming Farmers in Yuma are known for their remarkable efficiency in water use—a vital trait in a desert climate….
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-15-25
…sensitive issue of immigration, centered on a cannabis farm in Camarillo found employing over 360 undocumented immigrants, including minors. Papagni and McGill criticized state leaders for politicizing immigration enforcement while…
Hilton Eyes Regulatory Overhaul for California Ag
…can’t just ignore that,” he said. “But you can—and I will—file lawsuits to overturn legislation that violates the California state constitution.” A Clear Message to California’s Ag Industry Hilton’s comments…
Mid-July Update: Hay and Alfalfa Market Prices
…“That price was definitely being delivered going back a couple weeks. It might be even just a little bit softer here today,” Foglio explained. Breakdown by Quality and Use Foglio…
Western Farmers Push for Bold Water Infrastructure
…and investment. Listen to the Full Interview Hear more from Andrew Leimgruber in his extended conversation with Nick Papagni, where they dig deeper into critical issues impacting agriculture across the…
Eli Whitney’s Cotton Gin Revolutionized American Agriculture
…agriculture was immediate and profound. Cotton production soared, transforming it into a dominant cash crop in the South. This, in turn, fueled economic growth, expanded farmland use, and reshaped the…
Chad Bianco: “California Is in Crisis—And Agriculture Is Paying the Price”
…community.” Day One: “We’re Coming in on 100 Fronts” If elected, Bianco says he’s prepared to tackle California’s problems head-on: “There won’t be one issue—I’ll be coming in on 100…
California Fruit Leader Calls Out Regulations Hurting Growers
…these producers in Sacramento and Washington, D.C., navigating the complexities of government regulations and policy decisions. During their discussion, Papagni asked Hartwig about the frustration of working in a state…
American Butter Institute Challenges Country Crock “Butter” Label
…about stifling innovation,” said Galen. “It’s about preserving consumer trust and regulatory integrity in food labeling.” A Formal Appeal to the FDA In a formal complaint submitted to the Food…
America’s First Turnpike Sparked Rural Expansion in 1794
…standards, it was a critical development in America’s westward expansion. By improving access along the Ohio River territory, the road played a pivotal role in connecting rural communities and opening…
Cal/OSHA Staggered Schedules, Mask Rules Proposal Opposed
…labor. “Employers would be forced to pay for labor they cannot fully use,” the coalition argued, “while scrambling to cover gaps in essential operations in a strained labor market.” Mask…
Purina Podcast: Managing for Success from One Life Phase to Another
…can improve calf health and growth from birth through weaning. He also addresses how optimizing colostrum delivery and electrolyte use, especially under stress conditions, is essential for early-life development. As…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 07-07-25
…experience in agriculture. Nick and Josh also highlight the balance between innovation and practicality—exploring how state-level decisions about solar development and energy policy are impacting rural communities and long-term food…
Solar Push Sparks Water, Ethics Concerns in California
…McGill said. “But what about the child labor in Africa used to mine the cobalt for these batteries?” The lithium mine planned for Southern California is expected to use significant…