…members are urged to contact their congressional representatives to support H.R. 4393. Key legislators include: Vince Fong (California) David Valadao (California) Jimmy Panetta (California) “This is about uniting all industries—agriculture,…
Joe Del Bosque: Water, Labor, and the Fight for California Farming
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California Agriculture: Fires, Wolves & Farm Labor Reform
Opening Reflections and California Concerns The AgNet News Hour began with hosts Nick Papagni and Lorrie Boyer sharing lighthearted Friday greetings before shifting to California’s serious agricultural challenges. Papagni noted…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads
…like the Dignity Act. As Papagni and Boyer closed the program, they reminded listeners that farming is not just an industry—it is the backbone of California’s communities, economy, and food…
California Agriculture: Don Cameron on Labor, Water, and Innovation
…facing California farmers today. Cameron, who also manages his own farms in the Biola area, shared expert insights from both a policy and practical farming perspective. Labor Challenges in California…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads: Organics Innovation and Prop 50
…farms. A Call to Action From innovative solutions to sustain organics, to the urgent need for farmer voices in California’s political fight, today’s AgNet News Hour highlighted the challenges—and opportunities—facing…
Central Valley Fight: Tangipa Stands for Farmers
…emphasized the importance of the Valley’s contribution to California’s economy, pointing out that without its farms and energy, the coast’s prosperity would be unsustainable. Advocating for Standards and Accountability Tangipa…
Ziveli Winery: A Croatian Legacy Thrives in the Heart of California
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California Farmers Struggle with Water, Labor, and Regulations
…California’s water and environmental policies further complicate farming. Mismanaged forests and underdeveloped storage infrastructure contribute to water scarcity and wildfire risk. Proper forest management, Genasci notes, could improve water availability…
Family Tree Farms on Quality and Water: Daniel Jackson
…Without it, California risks losing valuable farmland while urban growth continues to demand more water. Despite these challenges, Jackson remains optimistic, citing the resilience of California farmers and the global…
Stanislaus County Farm Bureau: Advocacy, Education & the Future of Agriculture
…example is the rise of robotic dairies, which reduce labor needs while creating higher-paying, technical jobs. Advocacy in a Challenging Political Climate California’s farmers face constant pressure from water regulations,…
Small Wineries Under Pressure: Ziveli Winery
…candid about the headwinds California wineries face. Declining wine sales, high labor and equipment costs, and rising regulations have left many operations in the red. “There might be three or…
California Wine Faces a Generational Challenge: Marlena Paolilli
California Wine Faces a Generational Challenge: On today’s AgNet News Hour, the spotlight turned to the California wine industry and its struggle to adapt to shifting consumer habits. Marlena Paolilli,…
Marlena Paolilli on Cry Baby Wine and the Future of California’s Wine Industry
…Restaurant, further cementing the family’s place in California’s culinary history. With wine being a natural companion to pasta and Italian cuisine, Marlena’s transition into the wine industry was a seamless…