…Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, which allowed agricultural workers to legalize their status without leaving the country. He believes a similar approach is not only possible but urgently…
Walnut Industry Repositions for Growth, Eyes Younger Market
…gut health, and weight management With higher-than-average volume expected and harvest beginning in September, the industry is poised for a breakout year. Listen to the Full Interview Nick Papagni dives…
George Washington Carver Transformed Southern Agriculture
…and making Southern farms more sustainable in the long run. Many historians credit him with saving agriculture in the South during a critical period of transition. —Mark Oppold, American Agriculture…
California Walnut Comeback: Norene’s Outlook
…time.” On the farming side, pest and water management remain critical. “It’s just about being diligent and staying ahead of the curve,” he said, noting that conditions so far have…
CDFA Promotes Water Rule Compliance for California Tree Nut Growers
…handlers with the latest water rule regulations under the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). As part of an ongoing educational effort, CDFA-PSP staff delivered in-person presentations and trainings across the…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-30-25
…a bill that would allow solar installations on land protected under the Williamson Act by temporarily suspending its ag-use restriction. Westerlund argues that for growers who have lost surface water…
Wine Grape Market Struggles: Jeff Bitter Shares Tough Outlook
…growers. Bitter emphasized that growers with production contracts are likely to weather the storm. “They’re probably going to be fine,” he said. “But if they don’t have a contract, it’s…
Fixing Farm Labor: Manuel Cunha Calls for Urgent Immigration Reform
Nisei Farmers League President Urges Immediate Action on Immigration as Harvest Pressures Mount Fixing Farm Labor: Manuel Cunha Calls for Urgent Immigration Reform Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter”, for AgNet…
CARB to Develop Biomass Incentives in 2029 Climate Strategy
…climate action strategy. These incentives will be formally outlined in CARB’s next scoping plan, the comprehensive policy document updated every five years to guide greenhouse gas reduction efforts across California….
Organic Citrus Sales Surge in 2024, Topping $300 Million
…increased interest in organic, sustainable food options. According to the newly released State of Organic Produce 2024 Report, organic citrus sales hit $303 million, reflecting a 6.9% increase over the…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-27-25
…torn by fear, parents working long hours to put children through college, and farmers facing constant pressure from overlapping state and federal agencies. Cunha outlines actionable solutions, including bipartisan collaboration…
Cunha on Immigration, Labor, Regulatory Reform
…warrant?’” 4. Reform Through the Dignity Act Cunha highlighted his collaboration with Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) and a bipartisan coalition—Immigration Reform for Frontline Workers Alliance—supporting the Dignity Act. The…
Joel Allen on Westside Farming, Family Legacy, and Football Fame
…and cantaloupes. With 3,000 acres under management—half with irrigation rights—he’s seen the highs and lows of California farming, especially when it comes to water. “We used to grow rice and…
Northwest Cherry Season Begins with Strong 2025 Crop Forecast
…to favorable growing conditions and continued improvements in orchard management and harvest practices that have enhanced both fruit quality and overall yields. Extended Harvest Through Early September The 2025 cherry…