…1776? Nick and Josh reflect on that transformation, emphasizing how fewer people grow food today—but the role of the American farmer is more critical than ever. They also call out…
USDA Launches Support Program for Specialty Crop Growers
…of agriculture, grower organizations, and extension services to work together to ensure timely delivery of resources and to gather grower feedback for future program improvements. Ultimately, this targeted assistance program…
U.S.–Morocco Ag Ties Strengthened During California Almond Tour
The Almond Board of California (ABC) recently hosted a high-level agricultural trade delegation from Morocco, marking a significant step in deepening U.S.–Moroccan relations in food and agriculture. Coordinated in partnership…
H-2A Guestworker Program Burdening California Farmers
…discuss pressing agricultural labor challenges facing California. At the center of the conversation was the controversial H-2A guestworker program. H-2A Guestworker Program Burdening California Farmers “That program has a lot…
Imperial Valley Sugar Plant Closure Raises Crop Market Concerns
…they typically never come back,” Leimgruber warned. “We’re losing that much more ability to feed and grow food and fiber for our nation.” As Imperial Valley farmers adapt to another…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 07-03-25
…heavily on seasonal and skilled immigrant labor. As delays in the H-2A program continue to cost farmers millions in lost crops, the potential for reform is welcome news. Nick and…
Water, Land, and Policy: Farmer Andrew Leimgruber Speaks Out
…and food. “If you solve a water shortage and create a food shortage, I’m not sure if you’ve really bettered the state.” He fears that state officials are quietly advancing…
Cunha: Immigration Failure Hurts America’s Farmworkers
…and their treatment under the law. “She’s not a criminal,” Cunha emphasized. “You’re the criminal as a country because you didn’t develop the programs necessary.” A System in Crisis Cunha…
Wine Grape Growers Back Pierce’s Disease Program
…Pierce’s Disease Control Program, with 76.56 percent of growers voting in favor of renewal—surpassing the required threshold for continuation. Wine Grape Growers Back Pierce’s Disease Program Funded through a grower-paid…
Pierce’s Disease Program Extended to 2031
California Wine Growers Back Program to Combat Vineyard Threats The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has reauthorized the Pierce’s Disease Control Program, a vital effort aimed at protecting…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 07-02-25
…sensitive military sites—calling it both a food security and national security issue. The show also explores the ripple effects of the closing Spreckels Sugar factory, which could impact 28,000 acres…
CDFA Promotes Water Rule Compliance for California Tree Nut Growers
CDFA Promotes Water Rule Compliance for California Tree Nut Growers The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Produce Safety Program (CDFA-PSP) hit the road this spring to support farmers and…
California Farm Bureau Responds to Immigration Enforcement Concerns
…that support farming and ranching operations across the state. He noted that continued aggressive enforcement could jeopardize the food supply chain—from harvest to grocery shelves. “Without these employees, crops would…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-30-25
…They also challenge claims that solar fields benefit pollinators and push back on what they see as a dangerous trend of sidelining food production for feel-good energy policy. With input…