…real authority in this area. Through policy direction and oversight, the next administration can either ease or intensify these pressures. Is California Agriculture in Crisis? When asked directly whether the…
Steve Hilton Calls for “Abundance and Growth” in California Agriculture
…the importance of strong relationships with federal leadership. He pointed to his connections with figures tied to the Donald Trump administration as a key advantage. He specifically mentioned working relationships…
Chad Bianco on California Agriculture: “Common Sense Can Fix What’s Broken”
…processes, particularly in Sacramento. His administration, he says, would prioritize direct input from those working in the fields every day. Revitalizing Kern County: A New Economic Vision The conversation also…
John Duarte Calls for Water Abundance in California
…the potential Secretary of Natural Resources in a future administration led by Steve Hilton, spoke passionately about the need to rethink how California manages its water resources. The goal, Duarte…
Cannon Michael Highlights Farming Challenges; USDA’s Luke Lindberg Talks Trade Gains
…billion to $29 billion, a 43 percent improvement since the start of the current administration. Lindberg credited expanded trade agreements and improved market access for the progress. U.S. exports are…
Steve Hilton: “Help Is on the Way” for California Agriculture
…mounting pressures. Partnership with Washington Unlike the current administration’s frequent legal clashes with federal leadership, Hilton says he would pursue cooperation. He cites relationships with members of President Trump’s cabinet,…
Elaine Culotti Announces Run for California Governor, Calls for Economic Reset and Bipartisan Reform
…particularly with former President Donald Trump. She argued that political hostility has cost California access to critical federal partnerships and funding, especially in the wake of wildfires. She was equally…
Michigan’s Early Path to Statehood: From the Northwest Territory to Michigan Territory
…time Michigan existed as its own distinct territorial entity. The creation of Michigan Territory allowed for more localized government and administration, laying important groundwork for future settlement, farming, and economic…
Sonoma County Agriculture: Challenges, Advocacy, and Community Engagement
…Trump administration, highlighting its nutritional value for children. She stressed the importance of common-sense policies, careful stewardship of resources, and accountability in government spending, especially in addressing hunger and homelessness….
Drones, Sharpshooter Precision, and Almond Bloom Protection: Technology Takes Over AgNet News Hour
…small flying workhorse than a hobby drone. He also shared major industry news: the administration is moving toward restricting foreign-made drones and critical drone components, opening the door for American…
California’s Budget Boom, Soil Solutions, and a Major Malaysia Trade Deal for U.S. Ag
…to improve access for halal-certified U.S. beef and dairy, noting strong demand in Malaysia and a big jump in exports like cheese. He emphasized that the administration is focused on…
Brooke Rollins Warns California Agriculture Faces an Existential Threat
…conditions where it can truly thrive. Ag Meter Question: What Can Be Done for California Farmers? When asked by the “Ag Meter”, Nick Papagni of AgNet West, what the Trump…
AgNet News Hour: Policy, Innovation & the Future of Agriculture
…the state and national levels. The show opens with California weather updates and a look at renewed activity from the USDA under the Trump administration, including export reports, WASDE data,…
AgNet News Hour: California Agriculture, Wine Industry Insights & Trade Talks for 2026
…play a crucial role in shaping the future of trade relations across North America. With President Trump’s administration focusing on tariffs to bring manufacturing jobs back to the U.S., the…