…ever,” said Jameson, noting how this consistency is crucial for repeat sales and global competitiveness. Export markets like Japan, Korea, and Canada remain key to California’s success, but “the domestic…
Fixing Farm Labor: Manuel Cunha Calls for Urgent Immigration Reform
…are shaping California’s agriculture workforce. Listen to the full interview with Manuel Cunha. Also explore more interviews with others “Top in the agriculture field in California” at AgNetWest.com. Nick Papagni,…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-27-25
AgNet News Hour: Immigration Reform, Border Concerns, and a Call to Protect California Farm Labor In today’s AgNet News Hour, hosts Nick “The Ag Meter” Papagni and Josh McGill bring…
Almond Board Advances China Trade Talks
…visit to the consulate last fall,” said Taylor Hillman, ABC Senior Specialist of Industry Communications. “We discussed almond production, marketing efforts, and the impact of Decree 248.” The meeting also…
Joel Allen on Westside Farming, Family Legacy, and Football Fame
…and cantaloupes. With 3,000 acres under management—half with irrigation rights—he’s seen the highs and lows of California farming, especially when it comes to water. “We used to grow rice and…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-23-25
…compliance continue to climb. Nick and Josh argue passionately that California needs a complete overhaul of its water policy, and warn that the current system threatens the future of family…
California’s Beef Industry Faces Historic Supply Shortage
…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
…vintage threshing machine at work during a historical farming demonstration. (Image via Wikimedia Commons) Massey’s innovations would evolve over generations. His son renamed the company Massey Manufacturing, which later merged…
California’s Meat Industry Faces Historic Supply Crunch
…third-generation, family-owned food distributor based in Fresno, is feeling the effects firsthand. Hill noted that while California does have some local beef production, most of JD Food’s supply must come…
Almond Update: The Power of Participation — A Grower’s Perspective on Almond Board Committees
…almonds.com/committees. Sponsored Content Unlock Dairy Cow Success with Purina’s Transition Strategies June 2, 2025 CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2025 Protecting Your Operation from Damaging Fire Ants July 11,…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-17-25
…and timely look at the agricultural headlines shaping our industry this week. Top of the show is coverage of the ongoing G7 summit in Canada, where global leaders are tackling…
USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins Highlights Trade Wins, Disaster Aid, and Regulatory Cuts in House Testimony
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins appeared before the House Agriculture Committee this week, presenting an assertive outline of the USDA’s priorities and accomplishments during her first 118 days in…
Fighting for the Future: Petaluma Dairy Farmer Speaks Out on Land Threats
…are still holding out hope for a fair solution.” Moreda has centralized action tools and updates on her website, www.dairygirldiaries.com, under the “Point Reyes Info” tab. There, visitors can find…
Almond Board Launches First-Ever Production Research Summit
…as 20,000 pounds per acre when compared to older standards.” Interactive Format Encourages Grower Feedback Each of the four summit blocks will conclude with moderated Q&A sessions where growers can…