David Tangipa California Assemblyman-District 8 California business owners could face higher taxes under a newly approved state budget proposal, a move that is drawing criticism from some lawmakers. During a…
Early Harvest Raises Questions About Organic Stone Fruit Supply
plum-stone-fruit-Depositphotos An unusually early growing season has California’s organic stone fruit industry watching closely to see how supplies will hold up through the remainder of the summer. A recent report…
Elaine Culotti Talks California Politics, Agriculture, Water, and the Future With The Ag Meter
Elaine Culotti California entrepreneur, farmer, and former gubernatorial candidate Elaine Culotti joined Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter,” for an in-depth conversation covering everything from California agriculture and water policy to…
Elaine Culotti Says California Policy Will Shape Agriculture’s Future
On today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour, California farmer and former gubernatorial candidate Elaine Culotti discussed why she believes the state’s 2026 governor’s race could have lasting implications for…
Senate Farm Bill Framework Earns Support from Cattle Industry
…particularly in animal agriculture,” he said. Lane specifically pointed to the Save Our Bacon Act, legislation supported by NCBA that seeks to address challenges associated with California’s Proposition 12. He…
California Commercial Fishing at a Crossroads: Lori French Shares the Challenges Facing Morro Bay’s Fleet
California’s Fishing Families Face an Uncertain Future California’s commercial fishing industry is navigating some of the most difficult waters in its history. During an eye-opening interview with “The Ag Meter”…
California’s Commercial Fishing Industry Faces Mounting Challenges, Says Morro Bay Fisherwoman
…next generation of fishermen. Drawing comparisons to many of the challenges facing California agriculture, French said commercial fishing has become increasingly difficult as regulations continue to expand while access to…
Kern Oil Documentary Explores California’s Energy Future
…tax revenue for California. Fewer high-paying local jobs. Greater dependence on foreign energy supplies. Reduced investment in California’s own energy infrastructure. Bird argues that producing oil under California’s strict environmental…
Rickey Bird Says California Should Produce More of Its Own Oil
…from workers and families whose livelihoods have been affected by California’s energy decisions. For California agriculture, Bird noted that reliable and affordable energy remains closely tied to the cost of…
Farm Bureau Pushes Congress to Act on Labor and Farm Bill Priorities
…Newton said. “Members need to hear directly from farmers so they understand the urgency facing agriculture.” California’s Unique Challenges Papagni highlighted California’s unique labor and regulatory environment, noting that labor…
USDA’s Fordyce Highlights SPUR Initiative, Screwworm Fight, and Historic Farm Support
…they represent entrepreneurship, family heritage, and rural economic strength. California Agriculture Remains a USDA Priority Papagni praised Fordyce for recognizing California agriculture’s importance despite ongoing political differences between Sacramento and…
USDA’s Richard Fordyce Highlights Farm Bill Progress as Farm Bureau Pushes Labor Reform
…expands producers’ ability to purchase stronger crop insurance coverage while improving several long-standing farm programs. Fordyce also emphasized USDA’s continued commitment to California agriculture, recognizing the state’s unmatched diversity of…
USDA’s Luke Lindberg Highlights Trade Progress Ahead of America’s 250th Celebration
…beyond traditional trading partners. For California agriculture, Lindberg said specialty crops continue to play an important role in USDA’s export strategy. He cited particularly strong demand for California tree nuts…
Supreme Court Rules Federal Law Preempts Roundup Warning Claims
Farm tractor spraying pesticides & insecticides herbicides over green vineyard field. Napa Valley, Napa County, California, USA DepositPhotos image A landmark Roundup Supreme Court ruling could significantly reshape pesticide litigation…