…a must-listen for growers, ranchers, and anyone working to keep American agriculture thriving. The headline segment centers around U.S. Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins’ testimony to the House Agriculture Committee. Her…
“Big Beautiful Bill” Sparks National Debate with Key Farm Provisions
…the bill that could benefit American farmers, particularly in the dairy industry. At the forefront is a proposal to extend lower tax rates, which would ease financial burdens on producers…
California Avocado Month Launches with Strong Supply and Soaring Demand
June marks the beginning of California Avocado Month—a celebration of one of the state’s most iconic and in-demand crops. Backed by a powerful marketing campaign led by the California Avocado…
Strawberry Supply Holds Steady Amid Seasonal Fruit Competition
Strawberry supplies from California’s Ventura County and Watsonville-Salinas regions remain consistent, providing steady volume for retailers and distributors. Despite moderate demand—impacted by the seasonal availability of other fruits—the strawberry market…
NMPF Delves into the “Big Beautiful Bill” Potential Benefits for Agricultural Industries
…concerns. Its provisions, particularly those affecting farmers and ranchers, highlight the broader implications of policy decisions and their direct impact on communities. Lorrie Boyer reporting for AgNet West Sponsored Content…
Oriental Fruit Fly Quarantine Lifted in Garden Grove
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has officially lifted the oriental fruit fly quarantine in Garden Grove, located in Orange County. This marks a crucial victory for pest…
From Cross-Check Rows to Modern Planting: Corn Planting
…corn planting was a labor-intensive, hands-on process. Early American farmers used a method known as cross-check planting, where hills of corn were planted in evenly spaced rows running north-south and…
USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins Highlights Trade Wins, Disaster Aid, and Regulatory Cuts in House Testimony
…to the rapid distribution of disaster assistance. In just eight weeks, over $7.7 billion was sent to more than 500,000 farmers through the Emergency Commodity Assistance Program. An additional $1…
Addressing Wolf-Livestock Conflicts: California’s Innovative Approach
In an era where wildlife conservation often collides with agricultural practices, the issue of livestock depredation by gray wolves in California has garnered significant attention. The California Department of Fish…
Rich Kreps Calls Out California’s Water Crisis Narrative
In a recent conversation with AgNet West’s Nick Papagni, agricultural consultant and American Pistachio Growers board chairman Rich Kreps voiced strong concerns over water allocations for California’s Westside farmers. Rich…
Fighting for the Future: Petaluma Dairy Farmer Speaks Out on Land Threats
…no longer supports agriculture in the Point Reyes National Seashore. “There are 14 total operations,” she said. “Twelve have already been impacted by settlement agreements, but five farmers and ranchers…
Almond Board Launches First-Ever Production Research Summit
Courtesy of the Almond Board of California The Almond Board of California is set to host its inaugural Production Research Summit on June 18 at the DoubleTree in Modesto, a…
Rooted in Legacy: Daniel Jackson Reflects on Family Tree Farms’ Origins
…blueberries in the world. The journey began during the Great Depression when Jackson’s grandfather, Herschel, left Tennessee in search of better wages in California’s Central Valley. Rooted in Legacy: Daniel…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 06-12-25
…potential deal could be the turning point for farmers and ranchers across the nation. California’s dairy world is also making headlines! This month, the California Milk Advisory Board is partnering…