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,…
Popcorn Through the Ages: From Ancient Origins to American Staple
…hard economic times. For many struggling farmers, popcorn also became a lifeline. As traditional crops lost profitability, some agricultural families shifted to growing popcorn as a way to survive financially….
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…
California Cherry Crop Rebounds in 2026 as Growers Navigate Weather and Market Pressures
The AgNet News Hour featured an in-depth conversation with veteran cherry marketer Mike Jameson of Morada Produce, outlining a much-improved outlook for California’s 2026 cherry crop after a challenging 2025…
Jon Kinzenbaw: A Modern Pioneer in Agricultural Innovation
…Growing up in rural Iowa, Kinzenbaw was immersed in agriculture from an early age. This upbringing gave him firsthand insight into the challenges farmers faced in improving efficiency, productivity, and…
California Citrus Outlook Strong Despite Weather Challenges and Rising Costs
The AgNet News Hour featured a detailed conversation with Kings River Packing Vice President of Sales Jesse Silva, offering insight into California’s citrus industry as growers navigate weather variability, market…
From Southeast Asia to U.S. Groves: The Journey of Citrus
…80% of the world’s citrus production takes place in the Northern Hemisphere. In the United States, the industry is concentrated in four key states: Florida Arizona California Texas These regions…
World Ag Expo 2026: Inside the Success with Megan Lausten
…Activities One of the most popular annual events is the California Antique Farm Equipment Show, held each April. This family-friendly event features: Antique tractor displays Tractor pulls Barrel racing Petting…
Clovis Rodeo 112: Tradition, Thrills & Community Impact
Ron Dunbar The excitement is building in California’s Central Valley as the iconic Clovis Rodeo returns for its 112th year, promising a week packed with action, entertainment, and deep-rooted Western…
Clovis Rodeo and World Ag Expo Highlight Strength of Ag Community and Industry Events
…premier Western events in California, drawing tens of thousands of attendees and top competitors from across the country. “We’ll have close to 700 cowboys here,” Dunbar said. “We try to…
Secretary of the California Department of Food and Agriculture
Karen Ross Secretary of the California Department of Food and Agriculture California agriculture is facing one of the most pivotal moments in its history—and few understand that better than Karen…
California Ag Secretary Karen Ross Discusses Future of Farming, Water, and Regulation Challenges
…places on farmers. Ross recognized that California’s regulatory system has grown increasingly complex over time, often requiring farmers to submit similar information to multiple agencies. “We’ve seen continuous add-on,” she…