…From the hot pockets along California’s I-5 and Hwy 99 corridors to early signals in Delano, Todd breaks down where mite populations are flaring—and what growers need to do before…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 07-09-25
…give their takes on what this means for California farmers and national ag resilience. Also in today’s show: Tariff uncertainty continues to loom large as the Trump administration delays enforcement…
Hilton: California Broken by Extremism, Incompetence
…Reflecting on his previous appearance just two months ago, Hilton said California’s situation has only worsened. Hilton: California Broken by Extremism, Incompetence “Whatever industry you’re in—whether it’s farming, small business,…
Fixing Ag Labor: Cunha Pushes for Legal Guest Worker Program
Guest Worker Program Could Ease Labor and Border Strains As California agriculture continues to grapple with persistent labor shortages and mounting immigration challenges, Manuel Cunha, president of the Nisei Farmers…
Farming Isn’t Easy—But It’s a Story Worth Telling
Imperial Valley farmer Andrew Leimgruber recently spoke with Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter,” about the increasing challenges faced by producers and the importance of telling agriculture’s true story. Farming Isn’t…
Immigration Plan Proposed to Keep Undocumented Farm Workers
President Donald Trump has signaled a major shift in his approach to immigration—proposing that undocumented farm workers be allowed to remain in the U.S. if their employers vouch for them….
Cal/OSHA Staggered Schedules, Mask Rules Proposal Opposed
…of stakeholders, including commodity organizations, county farm bureaus, and labor advocates. Their unified stance underscores growing concern across the agricultural sector about the feasibility, fairness, and unintended consequences of the…
Walnuts Deliver Year-Round Shelf Life, Says Jameson
…dynamics of California walnuts. With a background also in cherry production, Jameson highlighted key differences between the two crops—primarily in how long each product can remain viable in the marketplace….
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-08-25
…and Josh McGill as they break down the headlines and bring you the stories that matter most to California farmers and ranchers. The highlight of today’s show is a deep-dive…
Del Monte Foods Chapter 11 Signals Shift in Food Industry
…Foods, the 139-year-old brand based in Walnut Creek, California, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and is now seeking new ownership. Del Monte’s Chapter 11 Signals Shift in U.S….
Assemblyman Warns of $8 Gas and Regulatory Strain on Farmers
…pointed to another growing crisis—freight and fuel. California Assemblyman Warns of $8 Gas and Regulatory Strain on Farmers “I truly believe that gas is probably going to hit around $8…
California Pear Yields Set for Strong Comeback in 2025
After a challenging 2024 season, the California pear industry is poised for a major rebound. Growers across the state anticipate harvesting 2.4 million 36-pound box equivalents in 2025—a 41% increase…
Purina Podcast: Managing for Success from One Life Phase to Another
In this insightful episode of the Purina Podcast, Farm Director Pam Jahnke sits down with Dr. Tom Earleywine, Director of Nutritional Services at Purina Animal Nutrition, to explore what it…
USDA Rolls Out New Round of Blueberry Grower Support
…Blueberry Grower Support Kasey Cronquist, President of the North American Blueberry Council, welcomed the announcement with strong praise. “This additional funding is a game-changer for family farms that power our…