…can be done from the governor’s office than most people realize. “A lot of these things can be reversed,” Hilton said, referencing policies that have hindered growth and development, especially…
California Board to Address Plastic Packaging in Ag Sector
…a.m. – 2:00 p.m. 💻 Zoom Access Available This discussion follows the passage of the Plastic Pollution Prevention and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act signed by Governor Gavin Newsom in 2022….
Steve Hilton Discusses Fixing California Water Issue
Talking with Steve Hilton, who’s running for governor of the state of California. I asked Steve, how do we fix the water issue in California so farmers get water and…
Elaine Culotti “The Lipstick Farmer” on Fixing California Supply Chain, Other Issues
…were running, for example, for governor, I would focus on my lieutenant governor. I would pick the best lieutenant governor, and I would run as a team. At the end…
Candidate Hilton: Changes that Could Be Made in California Agriculture
AgNet West reporter Nick Papagni had a chance to talk with Steve Hilton, Republican candidate for governor of the state of California. Nick commented to Hilton California is so unaffordable,…
Steve Hilton Pledges to Restore California Agriculture and Fight Regulatory Extremism
In an exclusive AgNet West interview, Nick Papagni, “the Ag Meter”, sat down with Steve Hilton, candidate for Governor of California, to discuss the future of the Golden State. Steve…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 05-19-25
…agricultural issues. A major focus was Governor Gavin Newsom’s push to accelerate the Delta Conveyance Project, which aims to improve California’s water management. The proposal aims to tackle climate change,…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 05-14-25
…on trade agreements with China. Optimism remains high, with California’s agricultural exports reaching $23.6 billion in 2022, led by almonds, dairy, and pistachios. However, Governor Gavin Newsom’s assertion that California…
American Agriculture History Minute: Originators of the National Western Stock Show
…Minute: Originators of the National Western Stock Show In 1906, Elias Ammons was president of the Colorado Cattle and Horse Growers Association, later served as governor of Colorado. George Ballantyne…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 05-07-25
…California’s innovative agricultural technologies, such as automated systems and renewable energy projects. They addressed the challenges of startup funding and sustainability in new technologies. Governor Gavin Newsom awarded $29.3 million…
Trump Administration Challenging California Governor’s Lawsuit Against Tariff Regime
DepositPhotos image The Trump administration is challenging California Governor Gavin Newsom’s lawsuit against the US tariff regime, aiming to move it from San Francisco Federal Court to the Court of…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 04-18-25
…industry was also discussed. The Ag Net News Hour discussed California’s lawsuit against President Trump’s use of emergency powers to impose tariffs on Mexico, China, and Canada. Governor Gavin Newsom…
Bill to Ease Waste Reporting Rules for Nut Processors Advances
…landfilled. While AB 1046 still faces several legislative steps before reaching the governor, industry leaders say the committee’s approval is a positive sign. Bill to Ease Waste Reporting Rules for…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 04-08-25
…uncertainty. California Governor Gavin Newsom has appealed to the USDA to reverse the termination of $47 million in funding for California’s Local Food Purchase Assistance Program, which supports farmers and…



















