…and trade tensions, noting that 100 Farmers Union members lobbied Congress. He also addressed potential USDA budget cuts, which could impact farm safety nets and conservation programs, and the impact…
California Walnut Growers Looking Forward to Promising 2025 Crop
…from stable temperatures and adequate water resources, which have helped maintain fruit size, flavor, and overall quality. As walnut orchards progress through key development stages, growers remain focused on monitoring…
Fig Crop Shaping Up to be Promising
…a beautiful, natural and unique fruit; all involved in their production are committed to caring for the ecosystem and are focused on sustainability and conservation of the land, water, and…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 05-12-25
…about the environmental groups’ petition to the Trump administration to enforce regulations on Colorado River water use, potentially reducing agricultural water allocation. The debate highlights the tension between environmental conservation…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 05-09-25
…and Lorrie broke the EPA’s budget and staffing cuts, aiming to return staffing to 1980s levels, and their focus on cybersecurity, emergency responses, and water conservation. The conversation shifts to…
Almond Update: Role in Culinary World Extends Beyond ‘Snacking’
…since 1981 as a family company and global service provider. They pride themselves on sustainably grown almonds using safe and sound science, according to their website, which is camposbrothers.com. They…
Government Offices Slatted to Close Affects Farmers
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) plans to close the Farm Service Agency (FSA) office in Bakersfield, California, opting not to renew the lease. California is one of the largest…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 05-07-25
…weather and disease management strategies for crops. The second segment of AgNet News Hour opens with the hosts discussing the closure of the Farm Service Agency (FSA) office in Bakersfield,…
Wildfire Outlook for the Northwest & California
…but this does not eliminate wildfire concerns. Fire agencies are preparing for the possibility of an active fire season, monitoring weather patterns closely to determine where resources should be allocated….
California Farmland Value Depreciating
…today don’t produce enough cash flow to service. The debt and farming cost are so high like fuel, labor, insurance, fertilizer, and pesticides among others. FID ground is still trading…
AgNet News Hour Tueday, 05-06-25
…the Kentucky Derby, noting the genetic connection of horses to Secretariat, and water issues in California, with farmers pressing for more water resources. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……
Grand Opening of Valley Natural Beverages
…Valley Natural Beverages. Grand Opening of Valley Natural Beverages Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt Ramsey November 4, 2025 CIR Agriculture…
Lawfare Portal for Farmers and Ranchers Launched
…with the US Forest Service. The husband and wife were charged individually with criminal trespass and have a small cattle and hog operation with land adjacent to the Buffalo Gap…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 05-02-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. The Ag-Net News Hour Hosts, Lorrie Boyer and Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter,” discuss the recent US-Ukraine natural resources deal,…