…2025 in a severely compromised position. “The beef supply has been extremely compromised,” Hill explained. “It’s been compromised for a couple years, but it’s really starting to show its true…
Before Tractors: The Thresher That Changed Farming
…with A. Harris, Son and Company to become Massey-Harris in 1891—the largest agricultural equipment maker in Canada at the time. But it wasn’t until the third generation, in 1930, that…
California’s Meat Industry Faces Historic Supply Crunch
Darren Hill of JD Food Discusses Beef Shortages, Rising Costs, and the Future of Meat in California In a candid conversation with “The Ag Meter,” Darren Hill, sales manager at…
Almond Update: The Power of Participation — A Grower’s Perspective on Almond Board Committees
In this Almond Update, we highlight a special feature from the Almond Journey podcast, episode 80, featuring almond grower and grower representative Mike Sonke. In a candid and insightful conversation,…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-17-25
…Sacramento processing plant. Nick and Josh discuss what the consolidation means for employees, land use, and ag manufacturing in California. Finally, freight, fuel, and trade frustrations take the spotlight. With…
USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins Highlights Trade Wins, Disaster Aid, and Regulatory Cuts in House Testimony
…Vietnam, Japan, India, and South America in the coming weeks. Rollins closed her testimony by emphasizing fiscal responsibility, claiming that a review of contracts, DEI programs, and USDA operations has…
Fighting for the Future: Petaluma Dairy Farmer Speaks Out on Land Threats
…Out on Land Threats Speaking with Nick Papagni, “the Ag Meter”, for AgNet West, Stephanie Moreda urged listeners to take action: “Call them, email them, send a letter—whatever works best…
Almond Board Launches First-Ever Production Research Summit
…this event is a game-changer. “It’s a chance to go beyond the headlines and really dive into the data, trials, and innovations that are shaping our future,” he explained. Global…
California Table Grape Season Kicks Off Strong: Ian LeMay Shares Optimism for 2025-26
…recent interview with AgNetWest, Ian LeMay, the newly appointed President & CEO of the California Table Grape Commission, shared his optimism and outlined what growers and consumers can expect. California…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-06-25
…by Nick Papagni, “the AgMeter”, and producer Josh McGill, this episode promises to engage, inform, and inspire. Kicking off the show, we spotlight a concerning national security development: the FBI’s…
American Agriculture History Minute: Farmland Values and Location
…this farm in October 2024. 90 acres, 20 miles northeast of Omaha, Nebraska in extreme western Iowa. The farm sold online $17,900 per acre. Again, location, location, location. That’s today’s…
Citrus and Cherry Markets Heat Up in Early June
…the East Coast add to the seasonal complexity of the lemon market. Cherry Snapshot: California cherries are commanding historically high prices this season. However, the local season is quickly winding…
Key Dates for Growers and Agricultural Professionals
Mark your calendars—several important events are coming up for growers, PCAs, and agricultural professionals. These summits and expos offer access to the latest research, expert speakers, and networking opportunities across…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 05-30-25
…Court of International Trade that Trump lacks such authority under the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act. The ruling requires the removal of tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, but…