Tune In: AgNet News Hour – Where Farming Meets the Future! Today’s AgNet News Hour is packed with stories that every California farmer and ag enthusiast needs to hear. We’re…
From Setback to Success: Daniel Jackson on Building Family Tree Farms in Kingsburg
…global demand, and helping lead an industry shift exemplifies the resilience and foresight that define California agriculture. From humble roots to international reach, Family Tree Farms represents both the personal…
Stuart Woolf: Solar Panels Replace Crops on Fresno County Farmland
…look at the agricultural future of California’s Central Valley. Nick Papagni, “the Ag Meter”, reporting for AgNetWest. Stuart Woolf: Solar Panels Replace Crops on Fresno County Farmland You can read,…
Rich Kreps Sounds Alarm on California’s Water Storage Failures
Rich Kreps, pistachio grower and chairman of the American Pistachio Growers Board, is calling attention to California’s mismanagement of water resources, especially on the west side of Fresno. Speaking with…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-10-25
…McGill for a vibrant episode of the AgNet News Hour, where we bring you the latest agricultural news and insights from California and beyond. Trade and Tariffs Take Center Stage…
Wine Grape Growers Asked to Vote on Extension of Pierce’s Disease Program
Wine Grape Growers Asked to Vote on Extension of Pierce’s Disease Program Ballots Due June 12 for Assessment Program Supporting Critical Research California wine grape growers are being urged to…
California Table Grape Season Begins with Optimism and Strong Quality
…market demand. California Table Grape Season Begins with Optimism and Strong Quality Weather and Crop Conditions Point to a Strong Harvest LeMay began by acknowledging the unpredictable nature of California…
Pistachios Surge in Global Popularity as Market Outlook Strengthens
Pistachios Gaining Traction Worldwide As the 2025 pistachio season approaches, the global outlook for this California-grown nut is exceptionally bright. Rich Kreps, a pistachio farmer, board chairman of the American…
Stuart Woolfe: Is More Water for West Side Farmers Just a Myth?
…California farmers—especially those on the state’s west side. When asked if farmers would ever see increased water access, Woolfe’s response was stark: Stuart Woolfe: Is More Water for West Side…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-09-25
…crisis that’s gripping California and the nation. With spiraling insurance costs, driver shortages, and a patchwork of policies, getting your produce to market is tougher than ever. Nick explains how…
California Assembly Clears Path for E-15 Fuel Sales
…blends across the state. The California State Assembly has unanimously passed Assembly Bill 30, an urgency statute that allows for the immediate sale of E-15 fuel while the California Air…
Honeybee Health Program Moves Through California Assembly
…real-world solutions. It is supported by a broad coalition of agricultural and industry leaders, including the California Fresh Fruit Association, California Farm Bureau, California State Beekeepers Association, the Almond Alliance,…
California’s Salinas Valley Produce Operations Coming Up
Markon Cooperative is hosting a series of customer tours in California’s Salinas Valley, offering a behind-the-scenes look at their produce operations. These guided tours will showcase their production methods and…
Generations of Growth: Daniel Jackson on Family Tree Farms’ Roots, Innovation, Future
…grandfather, Herschel Jackson, arrived in California from Tennessee in 1933 with little more than hope and grit. Starting as a laborer in Orosi, Herschel worked vineyards and saved enough to…