…of agricultural leaders. Celebrating the 107th Annual Meeting in Anaheim The 107th California Farm Bureau Annual Meeting in Anaheim was a resounding success, combining education, celebration, and community engagement. Douglass…
Elaine Culotti: Why California’s Farmers, Cities, and Future Are at a Breaking Point
…Stockton, attracting workers, innovation, and new agricultural investment. She acknowledged the project’s mismanagement but emphasized that those harmed by construction—particularly farmers who lost access to land—must be fairly compensated. In…
California Agriculture & High-Speed Rail: Elaine Culotti on AgNet News Hour
…Culotti addresses the California high-speed rail project, criticizing political delays and bureaucratic inefficiency. She stresses that competent contractors, federal and state funding, and fair compensation for affected farmers are crucial…
AgNet News Hour: Alexandra Duarte on California Agriculture, Water Policy, and the Future of Farming
…she’s committed to working with both state and federal agencies to solve these challenges. Duarte highlights her strong relationships in Washington, including ties through her husband, former Congressman John Duarte,…
AgNet News Hour: California Farm Bureau President Shannon Douglass on Policy, People, and the Future of Agriculture
…Papagni and Lorrie Boyer explore leadership, policy advocacy, workforce issues, and the growing role of technology and youth engagement in farming. Douglass reflects on the 107th California Farm Bureau Annual…
AgNet News Hour: Policy Shifts, Market Pressures, and the Future of California Almonds
…Hour – AgNet West 🌐 Website: agnetwest.com 📱 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and all major podcast platforms 📲 Follow on social media: AgNet West (Facebook, Instagram, X)…
How Hay Baling Began: The First Hay Presses and Early Innovations
…to reshape how farmers stored and transported one of their most essential commodities. The earliest hay presses brought new levels of efficiency, reducing labor demands and making it possible to…
Todd Burkdoll of Valent USA on Coverage, Technology, and the Future of California Agriculture
…farmers, his parents were educators, and his early years were shaped by a close-knit agricultural community. Those roots, combined with summers spent in Sequoia National Forest, fostered a lifelong respect…
AgNet News Hour: Weather, Policy, and Crop Insights in California Agriculture
…on crop management, water allocation, and future trends heading into 2026. How to Connect Email Todd Bergdoll: tburk@valent.com Learn More & Stay Updated: AgNet West Follow on Social Media: Facebook,…
SEMIOS Pheromone Technology Helps California Growers Manage Pests
…Memorial and Cal Berkeley, now brings his competitive drive to helping growers protect crops more efficiently and sustainably. The conversation highlighted SEMIOS’ pheromone-based mating disruption technology and the company’s hands-on…
AgroLiquid’s Abe Isaak on Citrus Nutrition, Frost Protection, and Boosting Brix Levels in California Citrus
…the Sierra foothills—have heavier soils and favorable microclimates that support strong tree performance. How to Contact Abe Isaak and AgroLiquid Growers interested in learning more can visit agroliquid.com, where Abe…
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 Missouri River: A Key Chapter in American Agriculture History
…– Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia image Early Settlers and the Great Plains The Missouri River has played a pivotal role in shaping American agriculture and westward expansion….
The Future of California Farming: Insights from Nick Foglio of Foglio Commodities
…gamble. In a recent in-depth conversation with Nick Foglio of Foglio Commodities, the Ag Meter unpacked the realities farmers, dairymen, and rural communities are living with today — and what…