…supplying companies like Sysco Corporation with a wide variety of fresh produce. Their ability to consolidate multiple commodities onto a single truckload makes them a preferred choice for food service…
Rachel Nettleton Leads Kern County Farm Bureau
…Fairgrounds. The event hosts 5,000 second- to fourth-grade students, teaching them where their food comes from. “A lot of kids think chocolate milk comes from brown cows or that food…
Freight Safety and Dairy Market Pressures: Nick Folio
…the program was an in-depth interview with Nick Folio of Folio Commodities, who provided updates on hay markets, dairy economics, and trucking industry challenges. Folio explained that alfalfa markets remain…
Midland Tractor: John Deere Dealer Powering California Farmers with Innovation and Service
…moving quickly toward smarter, more efficient solutions. While autonomy is advancing, Stan notes that the complexities of orchards—compared to row crops—still make full automation difficult. “It’s almost there, but not…
Dairy, Family, and Football: Joseph Bakker’s Life in the Central Valley
…the Cavaliers’ football program thrives in a close-knit, faith-based community. Community and Faith at CVC Bakker credits CVC not just for athletic excellence but for its strong sense of community….
California Ag at a Crossroads: Syngenta’s Dale Nicol
…compliance, Nicol said that the state’s rules often put local growers at a disadvantage compared to competitors in other states and countries. He emphasized the need for a balanced approach…
California Farming Voices: Case Anker and Stan Nelson
…innovations across the Golden State. Anker, a third-generation dairyman, shares how his family’s operation balances cow comfort with fluctuating market conditions. From citrus peel feed to molasses treats, he explains…
Inside Hanford Dairy Life with Farmer Case Anker
…over. Challenges of Dairy Farming in California Dairy farming in California has become increasingly complex compared to when Case started in the industry. Regulations are more stringent, and while the…
Madera County Water Challenges Explained by Matt Angell
…groundwater picture is especially complicated, with 12 Groundwater Sustainability Agencies (GSAs) managing three sub-basins. This fractured structure leads to poor communication and a lack of public understanding about the crisis’s…
Spotlight on California FFA: Empowering the Next Generation of Agricultural Leaders
…the state with leadership, communication, and hands-on ag experience that extends far beyond the classroom. These young leaders — including President Lily Vaughn and her team — share how FFA…
Gut Health for Baby Calves: Why Prebiotics and Probiotics Matter More Than Ever
When it comes to raising healthy dairy calves, producers are increasingly paying attention to what’s happening inside the animal—specifically, gut health for baby calves. According to experts like Dr. Jill…
California Freight Industry Crisis: Trucking Leader Speaks Out on Rising Costs and Regulations
The California freight industry crisis is hitting home for trucking companies across the state. Mark Wood, owner of Kingsburg-based Wildwood Express, is calling attention to the skyrocketing fuel prices, restrictive…
Innovation and Ingenuity in the Desert: Yuma, Arizona’s Role in Feeding America
…show highlights how the region is using drone technology and creative water management to sustain its success. The show features a compelling interview with Don Didwitty, a videographer and drone…
Trucking in Crisis: Mark Wood Sounds the Alarm on California Freight
…guessed it, freight will take center stage. Full interview coming soon on AgNetWest.com Subscribe to the AgNet West podcast on your favorite app. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……