As temperatures rise and conditions shift in California’s almond orchards, growers should be preparing for increased disease pressure heading into early summer. Todd Burkdoll, Field Market Development Manager with Valent…
Water Technology Innovation Offers New Option for Growers Facing Quality Challenges
…salinity and bicarbonate issues that continue to impact operations across California. Nunes said Aqua4D uses electromagnetic fields and frequencies to treat water without chemicals, helping address problems tied to poor…
Tulare County Farm Bureau Leader Reflects on Career, Agriculture Advocacy, and Industry Future
…the critical role local farm bureaus play in advocating for farmers across California. Blattler, who has spent 19 years leading the Tulare County Farm Bureau, discussed the scope and importance…
From Dairy to Leadership: Inside Tulare County Agriculture
From the Heart of California Agriculture Tricia Stever Blattler Few places represent the strength and scale of American agriculture like Tulare County—and few voices capture it better than Tricia Stever…
California Farming at a Crossroads: Shannon Douglass on Policy, Pressure, and the Path Forward
Shannon Douglass (left) with “the Ag Meter” California agriculture is facing one of its most pivotal moments in decades. In a recent interview at Fresno State with “the Ag Meter”,…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads: Insights from Ryan Jacobsen at Fresno State
…and farming issues that are often overlooked in statewide political conversations. Is California in Crisis? According to Jacobsen, the question isn’t whether California is in crisis—it’s how long it has…
California Ag Faces Rising Costs and Political Crossroads as Governor Race Heats Up
The AgNet News Hour continued its coverage of California’s pivotal governor race, while also highlighting mounting cost pressures facing farmers—from fertilizer and fuel to packaging—at a critical time for the…
Steve Hilton Calls for “Abundance and Growth” in California Agriculture
…he sees as the root of California’s problems. He argued that current leadership—particularly Democrats—have failed to take responsibility for policies that have negatively impacted the state. According to Hilton, California’s…
Chad Bianco on California Agriculture: “Common Sense Can Fix What’s Broken”
…by overregulation. Instead, he advocates for reducing restrictions to allow the agricultural sector to thrive. Restoring Agriculture as California’s Top Priority California agriculture, once the undisputed backbone of the state’s…
California Governor Debate Highlights Sharp Divide on Energy, Water, and Farm Regulations
…while still allowing farms to remain profitable. Water policy also took center stage, with nearly all candidates agreeing that California must improve storage, delivery, and long-term planning. However, how to…
Fire Ants Pose Risks to Workers and Equipment in Almond Orchards
…ant infestations can also create serious challenges for workers and equipment in California almond orchards. One of the most immediate concerns is worker safety. Fire ant bites can cause a…
California Ag Leaders Push for Policy Change and Representation at Governor Debate
Today’s AgNet News Hour spotlighted a major moment for California agriculture as industry leaders and political candidates gathered at Fresno State for a gubernatorial debate focused heavily on farming, water,…
Pistachio Market Outlook Brightens as Global Tensions Shift Supply Dynamics
…about both the pistachio crop and the resilience of California agriculture. “Be prepared—it’s going to take a lot of effort to get that food to your table,” he said. “But…
From San Francisco to the Farm with Jacie and Zac
…coffee business to join the operation. Together, they reflect on the challenges and rewards of farming in California, the realities behind common agriculture myths and what it means to carry…