…the Great Plains. Alongside wheat, corn was also very common. Its versatility and adaptability made it valuable for both human consumption and livestock feed. Cotton and Cattle in Warmer Areas…
AgNet News Hour: California Farm Bureau President Shannon Douglass on Policy, People, and the Future of Agriculture
…technology, science, innovation, advocacy, and business—making the industry accessible even to first-generation farmers. Major policy topics include food affordability, land-use protection, utility costs, workforce and immigration reform, and the urgent…
AgNet News Hour: Policy Shifts, Market Pressures, and the Future of California Almonds
…pressures, and environmental issues shaping today’s ag economy—while delivering an in-depth look at innovation and growth within the California almond industry. This episode features highlights from the Almond Board of…
Todd Burkdoll of Valent USA on Coverage, Technology, and the Future of California Agriculture
…regions, and production systems. For anyone serious about improving spray efficiency, maximizing ROI, and understanding where agriculture is headed, this interview is worth hearing in full. How to Contact Todd…
AgNet News Hour: Weather, Policy, and Crop Insights in California Agriculture
In this episode of the AgNet News Hour, hosts Nick Papagni and Lorrie Boyer dive into the latest California agriculture headlines. They cover winter weather trends, including chill hours critical…
SEMIOS Pheromone Technology Helps California Growers Manage Pests
…its partnership with WiseConn. Installation Timing and Seasonal Planning Installation timing varies slightly by crop, but Pistoresi noted that SEMIOS generally begins pheromone installations in early January. Crews remain active…
AgroLiquid’s Abe Isaak on Citrus Nutrition, Frost Protection, and Boosting Brix Levels in California Citrus
…focus on raising brix levels as a proactive defense strategy. Increasing potassium and micronutrient levels in citrus trees helps convert excess water in the fruit into sugars. Higher sugar content…
Pheromones, Frost, and Farm Power: This Week on the AgNet News Hour
…will advance to nationals. The episode closes with a reminder to stay connected through agnetwest.com and the AgNet West podcast for more interviews, market insights, and industry news. Listen to…
The Future of California Farming: Insights from Nick Foglio of Foglio Commodities
…the future may hold. Nick the “Ag Meter” Papagni (L) with Nick Foglio Below is a condensed breakdown of the most important insights from the interview. Farmland vs. Housing: The…
Faith, Farming, and the Future: Dan Janzen at the Organic Growers Summit
…Coast: Expanding Impact Dan highlighted FCFI’s active involvement in FFA and agricultural events across the Pacific Northwest. The organization participates in more than 30 FFA programs each year in Oregon,…
John Deere on Organic Farming, Automation & the Future of Agriculture
…this expansion. Christensen noted, “We saw some growth in the industry. Our technology can help farmers be more precise, regardless of production type.” Soil management remains critical. John Deere has…
Land IQ Insights: Mapping California Crops for Smarter Ag Decisions
…Its combination of spatial analysis, AI, and data-driven solutions continues to shape California agriculture, helping stakeholders make informed, sustainable, and strategic decisions. For more information, visit landiq.com. Listen to the…
California Agriculture: Water, Crop Markets & 2025 Outlook
…explained how growers are improving water use through advanced monitoring, satellite data, and soil-health strategies. He highlighted SGMA-driven land changes and stressed that California farming is not declining — it’s…
Rethinking Wine’s Future: Tim Hanni on Consumers, Taste & Growth
…it. Celebrate it. He compares this shift to the invention of the graphical user interface in computing—a breakthrough that made technology accessible to everyone. A Message to the Industry: Stop…