…1156, which would pause the Williamson Act to allow solar development on farmland. “It breaks my heart… the most fertile soil in the world is being covered with solar farms,”…
John Deere’s Steel Plow Revolutionized Midwestern Farming
…Landscape Deere’s innovation wasn’t just a better tool—it was a game-changer for farming in America. The steel plow enabled rapid settlement and agricultural development across vast stretches of land, laying…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 07-10-25
…most vocal candidates in California’s upcoming gubernatorial race, Steve Hilton. It’s a high-energy episode packed with policy critiques, hard-hitting interviews, and a call to action for California’s farming communities. Hilton,…
India Tariff Cut Boosts California Walnut Outlook
…crop, favorable prices, and now better access to Indian buyers, 2025 could mark a major turnaround for growers. Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter”, for AgNet West. Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture…
Farming Innovation and Rural Sustainability: Inside The Reservoir
…Reservoir’s mission. From fertilizers to water usage, Bernstein emphasized the need for more precision in resource management. “How are we using inputs more efficiently, with more precision, and better water…
California Walnuts Battle Global Price Pressure
…California walnuts offer. “Our walnuts have a longer shelf life and better color. Chinese walnuts tend to deteriorate faster,” he noted. Turkish buyers, once the largest importers of California walnuts,…
Southern Border Action Could Protect Farms
Manuel Cunha, President of the Nisei Farmers League, is calling for immediate action at the southern border to address the growing crisis of human smuggling and labor exploitation in agriculture….
David Tangipa: From Fresno State to California’s Capitol
…with Tangipa—and it lit a fire. “Politics is what can change people’s lives for the better—or for the worse. It just depends on who’s making the decisions,” he said. Today,…
Walnut Market Rebound: Jameson Sees Brighter 2025
…pointed out that currency shifts continue to impact international sales. Over the past four years: The Canadian dollar has increased 17% The South Korean won is up 24% The Japanese…
David Tangipa: Defending California Farmers from Costly Policies
…of preserving it for food production. “The Williamson Act was intended to keep farmland, farmland,” Tangipa said. “Farmers are carbon-capturing through photosynthesis. They should be credited, not penalized.” Immigration and…
Agricultural Prices Rise 1.7% in May Amid Climbing Farm Costs
…even as top-line revenues improved. Conclusion: A Dual Reality for U.S. Producers May’s agricultural landscape highlights the balancing act facing U.S. producers—gaining slightly in market pricing while absorbing rising input…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 07-04-25
…Papagni and Josh McGill deliver a heartfelt, patriotic show that honors not just America’s 249th birthday—but also the agricultural roots that helped build it. From the founding fathers to modern-day…
USDA Launches Support Program for Specialty Crop Growers
…manage short-term pressures, the program aims to build a more resilient and sustainable industry over time. Collaboration will be essential to the initiative’s success. The USDA is encouraging state departments…
U.S.–Morocco Ag Ties Strengthened During California Almond Tour
…a working almond processing facility, offering firsthand exposure to food safety protocols, value-added processing, and product quality standards. These in-person exchanges help build lasting relationships while encouraging cooperation in areas…