…Golden State. Balancing Agriculture in a Complex State With over 39 million residents and competing economic interests, Ross described her role as a constant balancing act. Agriculture must coexist with…
California Farming, Water & Pistachios: Inside The Ag Meter Interview
…into one of California’s most important specialty crops. With Iran serving as the world’s second-largest pistachio producer, global conflicts can significantly impact supply and pricing. While disruptions abroad may benefit…
California Water Crisis: Can It Be Fixed?
…man-made crisis. “It should be very easy to fix… but nothing’s ever easy with California water.” The impact is immediate and far-reaching. Limited supply drives up water costs, forcing farmers…
California Water Challenges Take Center Stage as Experts Call for Urgent Action
The AgNet News Hour highlighted growing concerns over California’s ongoing water challenges, as water management expert Lindsay Cederquist outlined the real-world impact of limited allocations, regulatory pressure, and the need…
Dignity Act and Labor Reform Take Center Stage in AgNet News Hour Interview
…workforce heading into the 2026 growing season. Cunha highlighted the proposed Dignity Act as a major step toward addressing long-standing labor challenges across agriculture and other industries. The legislation aims…
Cesar Chavez Controversy & Immigration Reform Shake Agriculture
…rest of the story.” He pointed to historical accounts and interviews from farmworkers alleging intimidation, retaliation, and coercion during the height of union activity. According to Cunha, these stories include:…
Todd Burkdoll Highlights Tools for Ants, Plant Bugs, and Weed Control
…production is ant pressure, particularly from protein-feeding ant species. Burkdoll highlighted Esteem® Ant Bait as an effective option for long-term control. The product uses an insect growth regulator that is…
Broadcast Applications Improve Fire Ant Control in Almond Orchards
…at the source. This broader coverage also reduces the likelihood of ants reaching developing nuts, which can be vulnerable to feeding damage. Among the most destructive species in almond orchards…
The Homestead Act: How Free Land Transformed North American Agriculture
…expanding agriculture and bringing new communities to previously unsettled land. The Homestead Act of 1862 Passed during the Civil War, the Homestead Act allowed individuals and families to claim 160…
California Water, SGMA, and the Future of Farming
…started to reshape how California’s water projects operate. Laws like the Clean Water Act and Endangered Species Act introduced new requirements designed to protect ecosystems and fish populations, particularly in…
California Water Debate: Can Farming’s Future Be Secured?
…on water supply issues and the impacts of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA). During the interview, Vanden Heuvel explained how SGMA and groundwater sustainability plans are reshaping agriculture across…
California Water, Energy, and Policy: Duarte, Vanden Heuvel Break It Down
…1970s and increased reliance on groundwater have significantly reshaped the state’s water system. Vanden Heuvel also discussed the impact of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) and how groundwater regulation…
Sharing Knowledge on the Frontier: Early Agricultural Extension in America
…The Morrill Act and the Birth of Extension Services A major turning point came with the passage of the Morrill Act in 1862. This legislation provided federal funding for the…
R7 Enterprises: Dave Roberts on Water, Lemons & California’s Farming Future
…remains one of Roberts’ biggest concerns. While recent wet winters helped replenish supplies, the implementation of SGMA (Sustainable Groundwater Management Act) could permanently reshape farming in the Central Valley. Roberts…