…environment for ranching families like the Kester’s. The Struggles of Ranching in California Kevin Kester Kester, who served as president of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), openly acknowledges the…
Kevin Kester on Cattle, Wolves, and the Fight to Keep Family Ranches Alive
The October 1 edition of the AgNet News Hour featured a wide-ranging conversation with Kevin Kester, a fifth-generation rancher from Parkfield, California, and former president of the National Cattlemen’s Beef…
Shannon Douglas: Leading California Agriculture Through Opportunity and Challenge
…international competition grows fiercer. Regulatory compliance costs alone have increased by 1,400% in the past 15 years, according to Farm Bureau data. Many family farms, particularly small and mid-sized operations,…
Lorenzo Rios: Valley Strong Vision for California
…the Balkans, and later taught as a professor of international relations at West Point. Upon retiring from the military, Rios became CEO of the Clovis Veterans Memorial District, where he…
Mike Harvey and Lorenzo Rios Share Powerful Stories on AgNet News Hour
…Endangered Species Act, and push for a farm bill that protects family farms, not foreign corporations. For Rios, agriculture is national security, and he made clear he sees farmers as…
Colorado River: Lifeline of the American West
…the Arizona-Nevada border. Along its path, the river is celebrated for its dramatic canyons, world-class whitewater rapids, and the breathtaking landscapes that have been preserved in 11 U.S. national parks….
Lisa Kerr Warns of Policy Threats and Fights for California Farmers
…to defend agriculture and bring tools from AI and national security into farm operations. For Papagni and McGill, Kerr’s story was both a warning and a rallying cry. “If you…
California Farmers Face Policy, Energy, and Innovation Challenges
…Funding for Innovation Despite the grim outlook, Kerr sees positive momentum in new funding opportunities for agricultural innovation. She highlights the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), which has…
Freight Crisis, Regulations, and the Future of Trucking in California
…an update on the screw worm case detected in Mexico, just 70 miles from the U.S. border. USDA officials are treating it as a top national security issue, with a…
Beef Supply Shortages and Meat Prices: Darren Hill of JD Food
…tenderloin and ribeye. Retail advertising often drives market trends, with national chains promoting seasonal comfort foods such as chuck rolls. Recently, chuck roll prices jumped from about $4.50 per pound…
Edward Ring Brings Water Solutions to the AgNet News Hour
…the weekend ahead and then touched on national food issues, including McDonald’s pledge of $200 million toward regenerative agriculture practices. Partnering with Cargill, Coca-Cola, and USDA, the company is funding…
E.T. York: Advancing American Agriculture Through Education and Leadership
…and knowledge in driving agricultural innovation. E.T. York: Advancing American Agriculture Through Education and Leadership From Administrator to National Leader E.T. York dedicated his career to strengthening the connection between…
Henry Groseclose and the Founding of FFA: A Legacy in Agricultural Education
…education and leadership development among rural youth. What began as a local effort soon evolved into a statewide—and eventually national—movement. The Birth of Future Farmers of America Henry Groseclose is…
Reedley College Ag Conference 2025: Innovation, Careers & Farming’s Future
…Secretary Karen Ross, insights from Reedley College President Dr. Jerry Buckley, and panels with national retailers including Walmart, Costco, Taco Bell, and Cisco. Attendees will explore the latest in agriculture…