…you an in-depth, powerful conversation with Manuel Cunha, President of the Nisei Farmers League, who delivers a passionate and eye-opening look into the state of agricultural labor in California and…
Cunha on Immigration, Labor, Regulatory Reform
Nisei Farmers League President Tackles Policy, Worker Rights, and Federal Overreach In a candid and wide-ranging interview with AgNet West, Manuel Cunha, President of the Nisei Farmers League, outlined pressing…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 06-26-25
…programs, the discussion emphasizes the urgency of making legal farm labor affordable and accessible—especially for small farmers. Wolves, Cattle, and Conservation Clashes As gray wolf populations grow in California, ranchers…
America’s First State Fair and Its Agriculture Roots
How Farm Family Rivalry Sparked a National Agricultural Tradition In this edition of the American Agriculture History Minute, Mark Oppold explores the spirited origins of an enduring tradition in U.S….
Joel Allen on Westside Farming, Family Legacy, and Football Fame
…Buffalo Bills. “Even though this is year number eight, every game feels like the first time… it never gets old.” Advice for Young Families and Future Farmers Joel encourages parents…
Daniel Jackson Highlights East vs. West Side Water Struggles
…that made it challenging for us on the west side. That there were different things that were imposed on us… that weren’t imposed on east side farmers.” As water regulations…
Cotton, and Cotton Gin, Helped Shape American Ag Economy
From Columbus to the Cotton Gin: The Crop That Changed a Nation In this edition of the American Agriculture History Minute, Mark Oppold shares a pivotal chapter in American farming—how…
California Farm Leaders Urge Rethink of Immigration Enforcement
…long-term viability of the farming sector. Leaders across the state are pressing lawmakers to develop balanced immigration policies that protect national interests while ensuring that California farms can continue feeding…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-24-25
…is one of persistence, faith, and a lifelong devotion to helping farmers succeed. From his early days scouting rice fields in Northern California to mentoring the next generation of PCAs,…
Darren Hill: Why JD Food Buys Beef Nationwide
…other packers to have enough product for our customers.” Hill emphasized that even companies considered small on a national scale must cast a wide net to meet demand in the…
Solar Panels, Farmland, and the Fight to Keep Farming
…replicate the God-given gifts this region provides, particularly in North America.” Referencing past droughts and the consequences of over-reliance on foreign imports, Jacobsen highlighted how critical it is for America…
Screwworm Threat Sparks Swift Federal Action
…five-prong federal plan to push back the flesh-eating pest. “We’re working to keep it out of our country—and make sure American farmers and ranchers never have to deal with this,”…
Fresno County Farm Bureau: Advocating for Agriculture Since 1917
…Farm Bureau, to discuss the organization’s legacy and mission. Founded in 1917, the Bureau has served as a vital advocate for farmers, ranchers, and rural communities across Fresno County. Fresno…
Educating California: Why Farming Deserves a Greater Voice
…get around and spending time with inner-city kids, and schools… that you can show them this is exactly what we’re doing,” he explained. By demystifying agricultural practices, farmers can help…