…easy target for lawmakers who face little backlash outside rural communities. Regulation and Rising Costs Are Driving Farmers Out Mason highlighted the crushing cost of regulatory compliance, sharing an example…
Damian Mason Says California Ag Is Outnumbered, Out Regulated, and Still Unmatched
…paid more for it, while cheaper commodities roll in from countries with lower labor costs and less regulation. Mason compared California to Peru and pointed out that global competitors now…
Soil Health, Water, and the Future of Farming With Live Earth
…how they work, and why they are becoming increasingly important for growers heading into 2026—especially in California. Live Earth mines and manufactures humate from an ancient plant deposit in central…
California’s Budget Boom, Soil Solutions, and a Major Malaysia Trade Deal for U.S. Ag
…farmers and rural communities keep feeling squeezed. From state politics, the show shifted into soil health and crop efficiency with Russell Taylor of Live Earth, a company mining humate deposits…
Shannon Douglas on California’s Big Five: Water, Labor, Regulations, Wolves, and the Future of Farm Tech
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Harriet Strong: Visionary Behind Hoover Dam and Water Conservation
…protecting communities from flooding while providing reliable resources for farmers and urban areas. From Patent to Hoover Dam In 1887, Harriet Strong was awarded a patent for her innovative dam…
California Ag Spotlight: Farm Bureau & Almond Updates
…Papagni, “the Ag Meter”, and Sir Josh McGill provide firsthand coverage from the convention floor, where farmers, ranchers, policymakers, and industry leaders come together to share insights and discuss solutions…
Brooke Rollins in California, Potter Valley Dams, and Propane Tech: A Big Day for AgNet News Hour
…to California—especially when it comes to regulations, water, labor, and the future of farming in the state. Her visit alone sent a signal that Washington sees California ag as too…
Margaret Mims on Leadership, Water, and Why She’s Running for Fresno County Supervisor
…you have to be involved locally.” Water was a central theme throughout the discussion. While California has seen improved rainfall, Mims warned against complacency. “We’ve learned this lesson over and…
AgNet News Hour: Health, Water, and California’s Crossroads
…in California. A major focus of the episode is the national “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) initiative, which aims to combat rising obesity by encouraging whole foods, reducing ultra-processed foods,…
AgNet News Hour: Nutrition Policy, Prop 50, and California Agriculture Under Pressure
…increased accountability, while urging farmers and rural communities to become more politically engaged. He stresses that breaking the Democratic supermajority in Sacramento is critical for meaningful reform, particularly on water…
Lex Nicoleta: Coastal Grandmother, Farming, Food & Influence
…negative comments carry weight—criticism comes with visibility. Food, Recipes, and Seasonal Cooking Food content plays a major role in Lex’s platform. She develops recipes by experimenting, focusing heavily on appetizers,…
Marketing, Wine & Ag: Lex Nicoleta on AgNet News Hour
…learning from trends, and balancing work with family and health goals. Looking Ahead: 2026 Goals The AgNet hosts reflect on their own 2026 goals, including expanding video content for their…
Ohio: America’s First Agricultural Capital
…Ohio helped lay the groundwork for modern American agriculture. This legacy remains an important chapter in the nation’s agricultural history, illustrating how geography, innovation, and industry combined to drive growth…