…management to safety, succession planning, and emerging ag technology. She also spotlighted the Women’s Conference Pavilion, which returns this year with networking events, cooking demonstrations using California Grown products, and…
Making Smart Fertility Adjustments Without Losing Sight of the Long Term
Adjusting fertility programs is a normal part of managing California tree crops—but knowing when to make changes and when to stay steady can make a big difference in long-term production….
Rick Roberti Calls on Californians to Get Involved as Cattle Industry Faces a Crossroads
The February 3 edition of the AgNet News Hour wrapped up a powerful three-part interview series with Rick Roberti, President of the California Cattlemen’s Association, as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill explored what lies ahead for California…
Post-Bloom Nutrition: Setting Today’s Crop and Preparing for Next Year
Post-Bloom Nutrition: As California tree crops move out of bloom and into early fruit development, nutrition strategies shift toward supporting crop set, nut fill, and long-term orchard health. In a…
Rick Roberti California Cattle Threats: Wolves, Water, and Workforce
The February 2 edition of the AgNet News Hour continued the powerful, multi-part conversation with Rick Roberti, President of the California Cattlemen’s Association, as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill…
California Cattle Challenges & Opportunities: Insights from Rick Roberti
Rick Roberti President, California Cattlemen’s Association California Cattle Industry Faces Unprecedented Challenges California ranchers are navigating a complex landscape of predation, water management, urban expansion, and political pressures. Rick Roberti,…
Spring Fertigation Strategies to Improve Efficiency in Tree Crops
As irrigation systems come back online in the spring, California tree crop growers have an important opportunity to fine-tune their fertility programs. In a recent Agronomic Minute, Dylan Rogers, Sales…
Rick Roberti Warns California’s Wolf Crisis Is Devastating the Cattle Industry
…McGill continued their in-depth interview with Rick Roberti, President of the California Cattlemen’s Association. This first installment of a three-part series pulled back the curtain on what ranchers are facing…
Why California Growers and Agribusinesses Should Look East to the 2026 Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo
California growers and agribusiness leaders face no shortage of challenges — water management, labor availability, pest and disease pressure, rising input costs, and the constant need to stay competitive in…
Dayna Ghirardelli Says Sonoma County Agriculture Is Under Constant Attack — and Still Standing
…pushing California toward a breaking point. “People need to stop voting by party and start voting by reality,” she said. “Quality of life is on the line.” Papagni summed it…
Why Last Season’s Fertility Still Matters for California Tree Crops
When it comes to tree crop nutrition, what growers did last season can have a major impact on what they see in the orchard today. In a recent Agronomic Minute,…
Potter Valley Water Crisis: A Community Fighting for Survival
…rural America: “If it can happen here, it can happen anywhere.” Educating and Mobilizing the Public The Potter Valley crisis highlights a broader need for public education on California’s water…
Bloom Window Nutrition: Key Considerations for California Tree Crop Growers
As California tree crops move into the critical bloom window, nutrition decisions and timing remain top priorities for growers. In a recent Agronomic Minute, Dylan Rogers, Sales Account Manager for…
Potter Valley Fight Escalates as Rich Brazil Warns California’s Water Future Is on the Line
…isn’t just a Northern California issue — it’s a warning for every rural community in the state. Brazil, who has lived and worked in Potter Valley for 38 years, explained…