The September 19 edition of the AgNet News Hour wrapped up the week with powerful insights into California’s most pressing issue: water. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill welcomed Edward…
E.T. York: Advancing American Agriculture Through Education and Leadership
…agricultural research, education, and practical application. He served as a university administrator and later as an Agricultural Extension Administrator, building programs that helped farmers access critical resources and research-based solutions….
California’s Water Crisis: Edward Ring Calls for Abundance Over Scarcity
A Crisis of Scarcity California’s ongoing water crisis is forcing farmers, cities, and communities into impossible trade-offs. On a recent interview with Nick Papagni, Edward Ring, Director, Water and Energy…
Innovation, Water, and Politics Take Center Stage in California Ag
The September 18 edition of the AgNet News Hour delivered a mix of innovation, politics, and pressing issues for California farmers. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill covered everything from…
Henry Groseclose and the Founding of FFA: A Legacy in Agricultural Education
…education and leadership development among rural youth. What began as a local effort soon evolved into a statewide—and eventually national—movement. The Birth of Future Farmers of America Henry Groseclose is…
Reedley College Ag Conference 2025: Innovation, Careers & Farming’s Future
…faculty, and industry leaders to shape the future of California farming. Hosted at the McClarty Center for Fine and Performing Arts, the full-day event will feature keynote remarks from CDFA…
Fighting for California Agriculture and Values: David Tangipa on Water, Farmers, and Policy
…California, threats to free speech, and the importance of defending both our farms and our freedoms. Fighting for California Agriculture and Values: David Tangipa on Water, Farmers, and Policy California…
California Almond Harvest 2025: Prices and Yields
…state of the 2025 almond harvest. With the season well underway, farmers, processors, and marketers are assessing yields, pricing, and quality—and what these factors mean for California agriculture moving forward….
Freeman Vineyard: Organic Sonoma Wines with Global Reach
…those eager to taste their wines, the best way is to visit or join the Freeman wine club: Wine club benefits: Six bottles twice a year, $1 shipping within California,…
California Dairy Relief, Ag Policy Battles, and a Turning Point for Farmers
California agriculture was front and center on the September 17 edition of the AgNet News Hour, as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill broke down the latest developments impacting farmers…
Farming for the Future: Jake Barcellos and A-Bar Ag Enterprises
…imports. The farm’s goal is to remain diversified enough to weather unpredictable market conditions while maintaining strong quality standards. Challenges in California Agriculture Like many California farmers, A-Bar Ag faces…
My Job Depends on Ag: How a Grassroots Sticker Campaign Grew Into a Movement Supporting California Agriculture
…Ag” campaign. What began as a simple blue sticker has grown into one of the most recognizable marketing efforts in California agriculture—uniting farmers, ranchers, and supporters across the San Joaquin Valley…
California Wine Month: Sustainability, Innovation, and the Future of Wine
…and even San Diego, California wines represent a diverse landscape of flavor, culture, and innovation. California Wine Month: Sustainability, Innovation, and the Future of Wine Julie Berge California Wine Month:…
Native American Agriculture: Roots of U.S. Farming
…cultivating the land through advanced agricultural practices. Native American Agriculture: Roots of U.S. Farming Far from being passive dwellers in nature, Indigenous peoples were skilled farmers, ecologists, and land stewards….