California Trucking Battles: Regulations, Costs, and the Future of Freight Freight at the Center of Agriculture Challenges In California, agriculture discussions often revolve around water and labor, but freight has…
Lorenzo Rios: Valley Strong Vision for California
Lorenzo Rios Introducing Lorenzo Rios Nick Papagni recently sat down with Lorenzo Rios, candidate for California’s Congressional District 21. Rios, who describes himself as a man deeply committed to this…
Mike Harvey: Farming, Faith & Leading California’s Youth
From Farming Roots in Delano Mike Harvey Mike Harvey’s story begins in the heart of California agriculture. Raised just north of the Kern County line in Rich Grove, Tulare County,…
Mike Harvey and Lorenzo Rios Share Powerful Stories on AgNet News Hour
…— of California agriculture. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill first welcomed Mike Harvey, a Bakersfield native whose family once farmed in Delano, and later sat down with Lorenzo Rios,…
Lisa Kerr Warns of Policy Threats and Fights for California Farmers
…Technologies, who laid out a stark picture of California agriculture’s future if current policies continue unchecked. Kerr, who has deep family roots in California’s oil and gas industry, connected her…
California Farmers Face Policy, Energy, and Innovation Challenges
…that the federal government is stepping up to support California’s farmers and oil industry. Federal alignment with growers may be the only path to ensuring California’s agricultural future. “No amount…
Freight Crisis, Regulations, and the Future of Trucking in California
…Jr. and Jose Nunez from Wildwood Express Trucking for a frank discussion on the state of California’s trucking industry — and what it means for farmers. The show opened with…
Beef Prices, Prop 12, and Holiday Meat Trends on AgNet News Hour
The September 22 edition of the AgNet News Hour kicked off the week with a focus on California agriculture’s staple proteins — beef, pork, poultry, and turkeys — as hosts…
Jean Étienne de Boré: Pioneer of Granulated Sugar in Louisiana
…Louisiana where his contributions would shape the future of the state’s agricultural economy. Jean Étienne de Boré: Pioneer of Granulated Sugar in Louisiana Louisiana’s First Granulated Sugar Jean Étienne de…
Beef Supply Shortages and Meat Prices: Darren Hill of JD Food
…Food supplies both, meeting the needs of diverse customers. California’s Beef Industry Although California is the largest state in the nation, its beef processing capacity is limited. Some areas are…
Edward Ring Brings Water Solutions to the AgNet News Hour
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…
California’s Water Crisis: Edward Ring Calls for Abundance Over Scarcity
…Policy at the California Policy Center, outlined a vision that rejects scarcity in favor of abundance. Drawing on decades of policy expertise, Ring argues that California’s future depends on bold…
Innovation, Water, and Politics Take Center Stage in California Ag
…business. He made water his top campaign issue, calling California’s shortages a “manmade problem” caused by poor storage and infrastructure. Zacky argued the state must invest in reservoirs, desalinization, and…
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…


















