The Oberti Family Legacy in Central Valley Agriculture Melissa Oberti, a third-generation (nearly fourth) farmer from Madera, California, continues her family’s agricultural tradition. The Oberti family, once famous for Oberti…
Immigration Reform and Ag Labor: Manuel Cunha on the Dignity Act
…members are urged to contact their congressional representatives to support H.R. 4393. Key legislators include: Vince Fong (California) David Valadao (California) Jimmy Panetta (California) “This is about uniting all industries—agriculture,…
Joe Del Bosque: Water, Labor, and the Fight for California Farming
…California agriculture. He also brings legislators and media outlets to his farm, ensuring decision-makers and the public see firsthand the challenges farmers face. Regulations and Farm Innovation California’s strict regulations…
California Agriculture: Fires, Wolves & Farm Labor Reform
Opening Reflections and California Concerns The AgNet News Hour began with hosts Nick Papagni and Lorrie Boyer sharing lighthearted Friday greetings before shifting to California’s serious agricultural challenges. Papagni noted…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads
…politics did not keep both sides entrenched. Education, FFA, and Generational Shifts Agricultural education programs like FFA play a vital role in reconnecting youth to farming. Boyer noted that membership…
California Agriculture: Don Cameron on Labor, Water, and Innovation
…facing California farmers today. Cameron, who also manages his own farms in the Biola area, shared expert insights from both a policy and practical farming perspective. Labor Challenges in California…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads: Organics Innovation and Prop 50
On today’s AgNet News Hour, host Nick Papagni and co-host Josh McGill tackled two of the big issues shaping California agriculture right now—innovation in organic production and the political battle…
Central Valley Fight: Tangipa Stands for Farmers
Battling Against the Status Quo Assemblyman David Tangipa, representing California’s Central Valley, is no stranger to confrontation. In a recent conversation with AgNet West, Tangipa reflected on the challenges of…
Ziveli Winery: A Croatian Legacy Thrives in the Heart of California
…Facing California Winemakers The wine industry in California has faced several challenges in recent years. John Nale explained: “Wine sales have dropped year over year. Cumulatively, we’re in a lot…
California Farmers Struggle with Water, Labor, and Regulations
California agriculture faces mounting challenges, from water shortages to labor and regulatory pressures. Andrew Genasci, Executive Director of the San Joaquin Farm Bureau, shares firsthand insights on what farmers are…
Family Tree Farms on Quality and Water: Daniel Jackson
…Without it, California risks losing valuable farmland while urban growth continues to demand more water. Despite these challenges, Jackson remains optimistic, citing the resilience of California farmers and the global…
Stanislaus County Farm Bureau: Advocacy, Education & the Future of Agriculture
Stanislaus County: Leading the Way in Farm Bureau Membership When it comes to agriculture, Stanislaus County is setting the pace in California. According to Anna Genasci, Communication Director of the…
Small Wineries Under Pressure: Ziveli Winery
…candid about the headwinds California wineries face. Declining wine sales, high labor and equipment costs, and rising regulations have left many operations in the red. “There might be three or…
California Wine Faces a Generational Challenge: Marlena Paolilli
California Wine Faces a Generational Challenge: On today’s AgNet News Hour, the spotlight turned to the California wine industry and its struggle to adapt to shifting consumer habits. Marlena Paolilli,…