The September 25 edition of the AgNet News Hour featured two guests with deep roots in the Central Valley, both offering powerful perspectives on the challenges — and the future…
Colorado River: Lifeline of the American West
…word for “colored reddish,” a reference to the river’s heavy silt load that once gave it a distinctive hue. Originating in the central Rocky Mountains, this river plays a critical…
Lisa Kerr Warns of Policy Threats and Fights for California Farmers
…timber, and now agriculture. “They strategically go after landowners who are asset heavy and relentlessly pursue them until they get every last dime,” she warned. Water was a central theme…
California Farmers Face Policy, Energy, and Innovation Challenges
Lisa Kerr Terrain Technology Introduction California agriculture is at a crossroads. From water shortages to restrictive energy mandates, farmers in the Central Valley face mounting pressures that threaten not just…
Beef Prices, Prop 12, and Holiday Meat Trends on AgNet News Hour
…program shifted to crops. With half the raisin crop already on the ground and rain hitting parts of the Central Valley, raisin growers are anxiously watching for potential damage. Almond…
Jean Étienne de Boré: Pioneer of Granulated Sugar in Louisiana
…of Louisiana’s most important crops. His work laid the foundation for what would become a central part of the state’s agricultural identity and economy, influencing generations of farmers and producers….
Edward Ring Brings Water Solutions to the AgNet News Hour
…pointing out that California received $7 billion from a past water bond yet failed to build meaningful infrastructure. He believes federal investment, combined with private-sector innovation from Silicon Valley, could…
California’s Water Crisis: Edward Ring Calls for Abundance Over Scarcity
…political obstruction and mismanagement. He pointed out that state leaders often resist projects aligned with federal initiatives for partisan reasons, even when funding is available. Silicon Valley’s Growing Stake in…
Innovation, Water, and Politics Take Center Stage in California Ag
…Fire in Napa Valley, now contained but leaving growers anxious about potential damage to premium wine grapes. With smoke, air quality concerns, and fire season lasting longer every year, the…
Reedley College Ag Conference 2025: Innovation, Careers & Farming’s Future
…conference promises valuable networking, learning, and innovation opportunities. Farmers, students, and ag professionals can register now at ReedleyCollege.edu to secure their spot at this must-attend Central Valley agriculture event. Hannah…
Fighting for California Agriculture and Values: David Tangipa on Water, Farmers, and Policy
David Tangpia California’s Central Valley is the heart of American agriculture, and its farmers face unprecedented challenges. Recently, I had the privilege of speaking with David Tangipa, Assemblyman for the…
California Almond Harvest 2025: Prices and Yields
Insights from Steve Malanca of West Valley Hauling The Ag Meter recently visited Firebaugh, California, where Nick Papagni sat down with Steve Malanca of West Valley Hulling to discuss the…
Freeman Vineyard: Organic Sonoma Wines with Global Reach
A Family Story Rooted in Sonoma County In the heart of West Sonoma’s Russian River Valley, Freeman Vineyard and Winery has become a leader in Pinot Noir and Chardonnay production….
California Dairy Relief, Ag Policy Battles, and a Turning Point for Farmers
…the program for an in-depth conversation on the struggles and opportunities facing Central Valley agriculture. Tangipa didn’t hold back, declaring that California is in “crisis mode” with a staggering budget…