Pest pressure from mealybugs and scale continues to challenge California growers across multiple crops, from vineyards to tree fruit and walnuts. Todd Burkdoll, Field Market Development Manager with Valent U.S.A.,…
USDA’s Richard Fordyce Highlights Farm Bill Gains, Tax Relief, and Support for California Agriculture
…and expanding opportunities for agriculture across California and the nation. Fordyce, a fourth-generation farmer from Missouri, emphasized that the USDA remains focused on one core mission, supporting farmers through increasingly…
Ag Council President Highlights Regulatory Pressure, Plastics Policy, and Political Uncertainty for California Farmers
The AgNet News Hour continued its conversation with Agricultural Council of California President Emily Rooney, diving deeper into the growing regulatory challenges, political uncertainty, and real-world pressures facing farmers across…
The California Trail: A Pathway to Agricultural Expansion
…as settlers established farms and communities in California’s fertile valleys. Conclusion The California Trail was more than just a route—it was a lifeline for settlers seeking new beginnings and a…
California Agriculture Faces Policy Pressure, Weather Challenges, and Critical Election Year
…featured a detailed conversation with Emily Rooney, President of the Agricultural Council of California, who represents a wide range of farmer-owned businesses and cooperatives across the state. Rooney explained that…
International Harvester: A Legacy That Shaped American Agriculture
…cutting-edge equipment. The Farmall Revolution One of the most defining moments in International Harvester’s history came with the introduction of the Farmall series in the 1920s and 1930s. The Farmall…
California Ag at a Crossroads: Policy, Pressure, and Opportunity
…the Golden State. Representing the Backbone of California Agriculture Agricultural Council of California, founded in 1919, represents farmer-owned businesses spanning dairy, almonds, citrus, dried fruits, and nursery production. Its members…
California Governor Race and Trade Policy Highlight Challenges and Opportunities for Agriculture
The AgNet News Hour focused on two major themes impacting agriculture—California’s heated governor race and ongoing federal efforts to strengthen global trade opportunities for U.S. farmers. As the governor’s race…
America’s Westward Trails: More Than Just the Famous Routes
…story many already know. Many people recognize the famous westward routes like the Oregon, California, and Santa Fe Trails. These historic pathways served as vital corridors for early settlers seeking…
Independent Voice for California: Culotti’s Plan
Independent candidate Elaine Culotti shares her vision for California A Fresh Perspective on California’s Future In a compelling and wide-ranging interview, California gubernatorial candidate Elaine Culotti joins “the Ag Meter,”…
California Governor Race Heats Up as Independent Candidate Pushes for Ag-Focused Reform
The AgNet News Hour featured a wide-ranging and energetic conversation with independent gubernatorial candidate Elaine Culotti, who is pushing for major reforms in California while emphasizing stronger support for farmers,…
Cherry Industry Faces Rising Costs, Market Pressure, and Earlier Harvest Window in 2026
The AgNet News Hour continued its in-depth coverage of California’s cherry season with Morada Produce’s Mike Jameson, focusing on the business side of the industry, from marketing challenges to rising…
California Cherries 2026: Bigger Crop, Earlier Season, New Challenges
…it takes to bring premium California cherries from the orchard to your table. California Cherries 2026: Bigger Crop, Earlier Season, New Challenges Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1,…
California Citrus Outlook 2026: Growth, Challenges & Opportunity
Jesse Silva California’s citrus industry is heading into the spring and summer season with cautious optimism—and few voices capture that better than Jesse Silva, Vice President of Sales at Kings…