There is a lot happening in the world of specialty crops that impact growers’ business operations. The Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo will host a panel discussion with the leaders…
Honoring Agricultural Roots: Nick Anderson Reflects on Valley Farming Legacy
Cotton field in the San Joaquin Valley In a recent conversation with AgNet West, Nick Anderson of Helena Agri-Enterprises emphasized the importance of understanding and honoring the deep agricultural history…
Almond Board of California Finalizes 2025 Board Elections, Sets Path for Industry Growth
The Almond Board of California has officially finalized its 2025 Board of Directors elections, setting the stage for a new year of leadership dedicated to advancing the state’s vital almond…
Stuart Woolf on California Ag Policy: “We’re Driving Farmers Out”
In a candid conversation with AgNet West, Stuart Woolf, President of Woolf Farming and Processing, offered a sobering perspective on the challenges facing California agriculture. When asked if farming is…
Steve Hilton Talks Turning California Around in Ag-Focused Interview
Steve Hilton Talks Turning California Around in Ag-Focused Interview In an exclusive conversation with AgNet West, Steve Hilton, candidate for governor of California, shared his vision for revitalizing the state…
Western Tree Nut Association Backs Expansion of Agricultural Chipping to Curb Emissions
The Western Tree Nut Association has officially endorsed the San Joaquin Valley Unified Air Pollution Control District’s proposal to secure funding for expanding California’s agricultural chipping industry—a key move toward…
American Agriculture History Minute: Farmland Values and Location
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute discusses farmland values having always been part of American agriculture history. American Agriculture History Minute: Farmland Values and Location Recent stories indicate…
Can California Be Great Again? Steve Hilton Says “100%”
A Conversation with Gubernatorial Candidate Steve Hilton on Reclaiming California’s Future In a recent interview with AgNet West’s Nick Papagni, California gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton shared an optimistic, yet pragmatic,…
Stuart Woolf on California Water Crisis: “A Losing Proposition” for Agriculture
Veteran Grower Reflects on Decades of Water Struggles Stuart Woolf, President of Woolfe Farming and Processing, recently sat down with AgNet West’s Nick Papagni to discuss how water challenges have…
Nick Anderson on Resilience in California Agriculture: “Being Uncomfortable Just Makes You Better”
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…
New Bi-lingual Educational Video Released
To further assist growers, Coalition of Urban Rural Environmental Stewardship has released a new bi-lingual educational video featuring Dr. Douglas Amaral, a specialist in agricultural science. The video focuses on…
2025-2026 California Table Grape Season: A Fresh Start to a Global Campaign
The 2025-2026 California table grape season has officially begun, marking the start of a months-long journey of harvesting, packaging, and distribution that will ensure a steady supply of premium-quality grapes…
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…
American Agriculture History Minute: One-Room Schoolhouses Move West
Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute relates that one-room schoolhouses are a part of American agriculture history. American Agriculture History Minute: One-Room Schoolhouses Move West Early settlers knew…