…“Growers want information more than ever,” Anderson says. “We’re here to deliver that.” Regulation, Innovation, and the Cost of Doing Business in California California’s regulatory environment—among the most stringent in…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-03-25
…could be the key to a fairer playing field for American agriculture. Plus, find out how upcoming trade talks in Peru might open new export opportunities for California growers. The…
California’s Ag Challenges: Nick Anderson Talks Cost and Compliance
…other states. California’s Ag Challenges: Nick Anderson Talks Cost and Compliance Anderson highlights that while Helena shares best practices nationwide, California’s regulatory landscape consistently stands apart. “You’ve got to do…
Western Mountain Snowpack Experiencing Accelerated Melting
…cycle, leading to reduced runoff into key water sources. While the northern tier of California, much of Oregon, and portions of the Northern Rockies may still maintain adequate water supplies,…
APHIS, CDFA Expand Citrus Greening Quarantine Area
Courtesy of CDFA The USDA Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), in collaboration with the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), has expanded the quarantine area for citrus greening…
Citrus and Cherry Markets Heat Up in Early June
…get your California citrus and cherries before they’re gone.” Stay with AgNet West for more updates on what’s happening in California’s produce markets. Nick Papagni “The Ag Meter”, reporting for…
How Westside Water Allocations Are Leaving Farmers Dry
California’s Westside farmers are once again caught in a cycle of uncertainty as water allocations remain unpredictable—despite full reservoirs and years of strong snowfall. According to AgNet West’s Nick Papagni,…
Trump Administration Invests to Revitalize U.S. Lumber Industry
…initiative is designed to cut bureaucratic red tape, secure jobs, and reduce the wildfire risk plaguing American forests—particularly in California. The investment is expected to increase the supply of homegrown…
Fifth-Generation Farmer Stephanie Moreda Sounds Alarm on Land Grabs in California
In a heartfelt conversation featuring Stephanie Moreda—known to many as the voice behind Dairy Girl Diaries—shed light on the ongoing land grab crisis threatening small family farms in Petaluma, California….
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-02-25
…is more important than ever. But that’s just the beginning! We also feature a powerful interview with Dave Puglia, President of the Western Growers Association. Dave explains how specialty crops…
May Rural Mainstreet Index: Still Below Growth Neutral
… • According to trade data from the International Trade Association (ITA), regional exports of agriculture goods and livestock for the first quarter of 2025, compared to…
California Board to Address Plastic Packaging in Ag Sector
The California State Board of Food and Agriculture is set to host an important meeting that could shape the future of packaging within the state’s agricultural industry. The board will…
Key Dates for Growers and Agricultural Professionals
…the ag industry. 🌰 Almond Board of California Production Research Summit 📅 Date: June 18, 2025 🕗 Time: 8:00 a.m. 📍 Location: Modesto Centre Plaza, Modesto, California 💵 Cost: Free…
California Agriculture Faces Freight and Cost Pressures, Warns WGA President
In an exclusive update from AgNet West, Western Growers Association (WGA) President and CEO Dave Puglia shed light on a mounting concern for California agriculture: the high cost of freight…