Farming Across California’s Diverse Landscape California’s agriculture is as vast and varied as the state itself, and few understand its complexities better than Nick Anderson of Helena Agri-Enterprises. From the…
2025-2026 California Table Grape Season: A Fresh Start to a Global Campaign
…for consumers across the globe. 2025-2026 California Table Grape Season: A Fresh Start to a Global Campaign Harvesting Kicks Off in Coachella Valley The season begins in California’s Coachella Valley,…
CDFA Urges Growers to Renew Irrigation and Nitrogen Management Certification
Growers are urged to act before July 1 to complete education credits and renew their CDFA certification. The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is reminding growers enrolled in…
Tomatoes to Tequila: Stuart Woolf’s Agave Revolution in California
…Woolf’s Agave Revolution in California If you’ve spent any time in California ag circles, you’ve heard of Stuart Woolf. A second-generation farmer, innovator, and longtime advocate for the Central Valley,…
California Ag Under Pressure: Innovation, Legacy, and the Voice of Nick Anderson
…concentrate on how we do things.” The Unmatched Taste of California-Grown Produce Despite its challenges, California remains the gold standard for fresh, flavorful produce. “Nothing is better than California produce…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-03-25
…his no-nonsense take on how to make California agriculture thrive again. Don’t Miss It! If you care about California’s farms, food, and future, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in…
California’s Ag Challenges: Nick Anderson Talks Cost and Compliance
…other states. California’s Ag Challenges: Nick Anderson Talks Cost and Compliance Anderson highlights that while Helena shares best practices nationwide, California’s regulatory landscape consistently stands apart. “You’ve got to do…
Western Mountain Snowpack Experiencing Accelerated Melting
…cycle, leading to reduced runoff into key water sources. While the northern tier of California, much of Oregon, and portions of the Northern Rockies may still maintain adequate water supplies,…
APHIS, CDFA Expand Citrus Greening Quarantine Area
Courtesy of CDFA The USDA Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), in collaboration with the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), has expanded the quarantine area for citrus greening…
Citrus and Cherry Markets Heat Up in Early June
…get your California citrus and cherries before they’re gone.” Stay with AgNet West for more updates on what’s happening in California’s produce markets. Nick Papagni “The Ag Meter”, reporting for…
How Westside Water Allocations Are Leaving Farmers Dry
California’s Westside farmers are once again caught in a cycle of uncertainty as water allocations remain unpredictable—despite full reservoirs and years of strong snowfall. According to AgNet West’s Nick Papagni,…
Trump Administration Invests to Revitalize U.S. Lumber Industry
…initiative is designed to cut bureaucratic red tape, secure jobs, and reduce the wildfire risk plaguing American forests—particularly in California. The investment is expected to increase the supply of homegrown…
Fifth-Generation Farmer Stephanie Moreda Sounds Alarm on Land Grabs in California
In a heartfelt conversation featuring Stephanie Moreda—known to many as the voice behind Dairy Girl Diaries—shed light on the ongoing land grab crisis threatening small family farms in Petaluma, California….
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-02-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. Join Nick Papagni, “the Ag Meter”, and producer Josh McGill as they dive deep into the stories shaping California’s vibrant…