…smaller farms often struggle to access proper disposal services. The expansion of chipping infrastructure ensures they’re not left behind in California’s transition toward greener agricultural practices. In addition to its…
Tomatoes to Tequila: Stuart Woolf’s Agave Revolution in California
…the years, Woolf says the balance began to shift — not just for his operation, but for family farms across the state. “Our growing costs have increased by 25%. Water…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-03-25
…his no-nonsense take on how to make California agriculture thrive again. Don’t Miss It! If you care about California’s farms, food, and future, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in…
Unlock Dairy Cow Success with Purina’s Transition Strategies
Spring marks a pivotal time on dairy farms, and today’s Purina Dairy Podcast episode is a must-listen for every producer. Join Farm Director Pam Jahnke as she sits down with…
Fifth-Generation Farmer Stephanie Moreda Sounds Alarm on Land Grabs in California
…As a fifth-generation farmer with Moreda Family Farms, she voiced growing concern over powerful entities attempting to strip working farms from multigenerational families. Moreda hinted at ongoing discussions with individuals…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-02-25
…from Moreda Family Farms in Petaluma. Her fifth-generation family farm is under threat from well-funded environmental groups — a real-life David versus Goliath tale that will leave you inspired and…
Steve Hilton Pledges to Restore California Agriculture and Fight Regulatory Extremism
…a stronger champion for ag than me.” He criticized the treatment of family farms, particularly in the Central Valley and Point Reyes, where farmers have faced lawsuits and land grabs…
Rollins on Major Components of the Small Farms Farmer First Initiative
The “Small Farms Farmer First Initiative“, led by Brooke Rollins, the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, is designed to empower small-scale farmers by addressing key challenges and ensuring long-term sustainability. The…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 05-27-25
…of seed, feed, fertilizer, energy, land, and taxes, while prices remain stagnant. Reisinger noted that 45,000 farms disappear annually, affecting food security and affordability. He emphasizes the need for new…
Rollins Lays Out Policies of Small Farms Farmer First Initiative
USDA image The Small Farms Farmer First Initiative, led by Brooke Rollins, the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, is designed to empower small-scale farmers by addressing key challenges and ensuring long-term…
Land Grabbers are Stealing Small Family Farms
…to take away, and steal, some of the small family farms who have been there for over 100 years. Stephanie Moreda Arend, on next week from Moreda Family Farms, a…
Fifth-Generation Dairy Farmer Sounds Alarm on California Ag Issues
…farms in the Point Reyes and Petaluma region. Farming alongside her parents and brother at Moreda Family Farms, Stephanie represents a dwindling population of small-scale producers fighting to preserve their…
Land Rich, Cash Poor: A Deep Dive Into California’s Farming Crisis
…Poor, we dug into what’s causing the decline of American family farms—especially in California—and what might help. Brian, a fourth-generation farm kid turned journalist, shared a personal journey that started…
Farming in California vs the United States
…you know even more and more farms in California are disappearing. Government and some folks who have other issues in mind don’t make it easier, the reality is that our…