…for the past 15 years. His solution? Remove regulatory overreach and prioritize working Californians. He promised to roll back harmful regulations, slash bureaucracy, and remove ideologues from key agencies like…
Fifth-Generation Dairy Farmer Sounds Alarm on California Ag Issues
…want to save our farmers.” She points to her website, DairyGirlDiaries.com, where concerned citizens can find contact information for key legislators, background information, and the latest updates. Stephanie is active…
Hay and Alfalfa Market Update
Fir0002/Flagstaffotos, via Wikimedia Commons AgNet West reporter Nick Papagni talked with Nick Foglio from Foglio Commodities. He asked Nick: Are we going to have some good news heading into June…
From Exports to Excess: How Tariffs Are Crushing the Hay Market
…is competitive. So, you’ve got some cheap commodities right now that this alfalfa market is having a hard time to compete against. Almond holes are down. Alfalfa is replaceable to the dairymen…
Reisinger Discusses Challenges and Solutions for Farms in Book
…can get people working on our family farms and people who care about the environment working together on soil, working together on water. There’s a lot of room for that….
Pet Lover’s Spay and Neuter Grant Program-Receives Funding from CDFA
Internet Archive Book Images, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons (CDFA/SACRAMENTO, May 20, 2025) — The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has awarded a total of $485,174 in funding from the…
Almond Update: ABC Making Significant Strides in Boosting Almond Exports
…reflects a growing demand for almonds in the region, supported by ABC’s ongoing efforts to educate Moroccan businesses and consumers. The board has been conducting specialized workshops in Morocco, aimed…
Dangers of the Screwworm to Cattle Operations
…good job. About 1 million cattle come over from Mexico and come across The United States. Sponsored Content Parka Helps California Citrus Growers Protect Fruit Quality and Packout September 4,…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 05-21-25
…weather, particularly tornadoes in Kentucky, and the bird flu outbreak in Brazil. They also cover the House Budget Committee’s passage of a budget reconciliation bill that increases farm program spending…
California Table Grape Commission CEO Discusses Tariffs-Exports
Ian LaMay California Table Grape Commission Nick Papagni, “the Ag Meter” talked with Ian LeMay, the President and CEO of the California Table Grape Commission. California table grapes have been…
“Farmers First” Policies Promoted by Rollins
…hurdles, the USDA remains focused on realigning its resources and approach to best serve America’s agricultural communities. Her trip highlights the complex landscape of agricultural policy and the competing priorities…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 05-20-25
…Paul, category director at Homegrown Organic Farms. Stephen shares the company’s incredible evolution—from a small stone fruit operation to a robust, employee-owned enterprise managing 16 commodities across multiple states. Listeners…
Event Dates Coming Up for Almonds, Organic Summit, Strawberries
Emmanuel Anin, via Wikimedia Commons Here’s some event dates you need to put on your calendar. The Almond Board of California will have their production research Summit on June 18…
Reservoir Farms Opens Applications for Inaugural Cohort of 12 Startups
…likelihood of meaningful adoption and practical application of new technologies in real-world agricultural environments. By working alongside experienced industry professionals, startups will gain insights into growers’ challenges, allowing them to…