…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 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt Ramsey November 4, 2025 CIR Agriculture Harvester Products November 1, 2025 Beef on Dairy…
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…
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
…resilience of California agriculture. Head to agnetwest.com to listen to the full episode, see photos of agave in action, and learn how you can get involved. Let’s keep pushing for…
California Farmers Gain Water Access
…update issued April 28. The initial allocations were announced on February 25. Executive Order 14181 Reinforces Water Supply Goals The latest adjustment also aligns with the goals of Executive Order…
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…