Lex Nicoleta, the creator of the viral Coastal Grandmother aesthetic, joined AgNet West to reflect on her unexpected rise to influencer fame—and how her connection to California agriculture is shaping…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 07-18-25
…on Instagram, Facebook, and X @AgNetWest to stay connected with California’s ag pulse. Subscribe to the AgNet West podcast on your favorite app. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……
Beef Industry Backs USDA Farm Security Plan
Strengthening Beef Security: USDA Unveils National Protection Strategy U.S. cattle producers are welcoming a major announcement from Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, who recently unveiled a new national plan aimed…
Lawsuit Highlights Sustainability Concerns Over Imported Avocados
…Highlights Sustainability Concerns Over Imported Avocados Legal Action Targets Sustainability Claims A prominent lawsuit, now drawing national attention, centers around allegations against produce giant Del Monte. According to court documents…
R-CALF Urges Action on Screwworm Near Border
…Lorrie Boyer for AgNet West. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt Ramsey November 4, 2025 CIR Agriculture Harvester Products November 1,…
IFPA Strengthens Voice with UNEP Recognition
…United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). The move strengthens the organization’s ability to represent the fresh produce and floral sectors on the world stage, particularly as new packaging and environmental regulations…
Yuma, Arizona: Winter Lettuce Capital Powering Ag Innovation
…cold for vegetable production. Yuma, Arizona: Winter Lettuce Capital Powering Ag Innovation The fertile soil, enriched by deposits from the Colorado River, makes Yuma a powerhouse for agriculture. Every winter…
Hilton Slams Solar on Farmland, Pledges Support for California Ag
California at a Crossroads: Steve Hilton Talks Ag, Energy, and Leadership In a wide-ranging interview with AgNet West’s Nick Papagni, gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton laid out his vision for California…
Border Closure Halts Livestock Trade Amid Screw Worm Threat
…Mexican authorities and aggressive pest monitoring will be essential in determining the next steps. Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter,” reporting for AgNet West. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection…
AgNet News Hour: Citrus Expo Preview, USDA Snap Crackdown, and Chad Bianco’s Bold Vision for California Ag
…ag-curious, today’s AgNet News Hour is packed with timely updates and bold ideas. Subscribe to the AgNet West podcast on your favorite app. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……
California Fruit Leader Calls Out Regulations Hurting Growers
…California’s agricultural leaders: that well-intentioned but disconnected policymaking is making it harder for farmers to succeed. Hartwig emphasized the need for greater awareness among lawmakers of the real-world impacts their…
Steve Hilton Blasts Solar Farms on California Agricultural Land
…first.” Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter”, for AgNet West. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt Ramsey November 4, 2025 CIR Agriculture…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 07-09-25
National Security, Innovation, and Tariff Tension In today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour, Nick Papagni and Josh McGill break down the latest headlines shaping agriculture in California and across…
Fixing Ag Labor: Cunha Pushes for Legal Guest Worker Program
Guest Worker Program Could Ease Labor and Border Strains As California agriculture continues to grapple with persistent labor shortages and mounting immigration challenges, Manuel Cunha, president of the Nisei Farmers…