Farm Advocates Warn of Disruption to Ag Productivity Immigrant migrant seasonal farm field workers work a field and pick and package strawberries in Lake Forest, California. DepositPhotos image California agricultural…
Solar Panels, Farmland, and the Fight to Keep Farming
…the mounting pressures facing California farmers—from water shortages to solar development on prime farmland. Solar Panels, Farmland, and the Fight to Keep Farming “You’re absolutely right. That’s what we’re fighting,”…
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
…communities understand the realities and responsibilities of modern farming. Combatting Misinformation Many Californians, Anderson noted, still believe harmful myths about farming practices—such as the overuse of chemicals and disregard for…
Citrus and Specialty Crop Expo 2025 Welcomes California Growers
…shortages, and crop management. Seminars Cover Tariffs, Trade, Farm Bill, and More The educational lineup includes a general session featuring a keynote address, followed by breakout seminars tailored to both…
CDFA Expands Quarantine to Contain Pest Outbreak in Orange County
California Officials Respond Swiftly to Agricultural Pest Threat Exotic Fruit Flies USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has intensified efforts to…
USDA Proposal Sparks Concern Among Organic Mushroom Growers
Organic Industry Pushes Back Against USDA Rule Change Deposit Photos image A newly proposed rule from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is drawing sharp criticism from across the…
California Ag Water Outlook: Hope from Ryan Jacobsen
Fresno Farm Bureau CEO Shares Insight on Long-Term Water Reform In an interview with Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter”, on AgNet West, Ryan Jacobsen, CEO of the Fresno County Farm…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-20-25
AgNet News Hour: USDA Launches Sterile Screwworm Fly Facility and Organic Acreage Faces Challenges On today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour, Nick “The Ag Meter” Papagni and Josh McGill…
How Athletics Fueled Farm Leadership
…farmer—playing sports was more than just a pastime. It was foundational. How Athletics Fueled Farm Leadership “Sports gave me the work ethic to succeed,” Jacobsen says. “I’m a huge believer…
California’s Meat Industry Faces Historic Supply Crunch
…he said. “It’s created pricing discrepancies and enforcement challenges.” Advice for Restaurants and Retailers As a former restaurant owner and chef, Hill offered advice to today’s food service professionals: “Be…
“My Job Depends on AG”: California’s Farming Backbone
…“My Job Depends on AG” isn’t just a slogan; it’s a truth that echoes across farm towns, orchards, dairies, and packing houses statewide. “My Job Depends on AG”: California’s Farming…
California Agriculture: A Crisis in the Making or a Wake-Up Call?
The Valley’s Agricultural Edge: Nature and Know-How In a recent interview with Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter,” Ryan Jacobsen, CEO of the Fresno County Farm Bureau, weighed in on the…