…do is for everybody around the world.” By fostering awareness and respect for logistics, the next generation can help sustain California’s freight network and support the broader agricultural economy. Connect…
Learning, Networking, and a Change of Scenery: Why California Growers May Want to Head to Fort Myers in 2026
…address real-world challenges facing specialty crop producers. Topics regularly include water-use efficiency, irrigation and nutrient management, pest and disease control, soil health, precision agriculture, and emerging technologies. While production systems…
From Backyard Prototype to Global Ag Tech: Carbon Robotics’ LaserWeeder Revolution
At the 2026 World Ag Expo in Tulare, one of the most talked-about innovations isn’t a new tractor or chemical — it’s a laser. Paul Mikesell, founder and CEO of…
From Fresno Legend to Propane Pioneer: Lance Shebelut on Farming Smarter
At the World Ag Expo, Ag Meter caught up with Lance Shebelut — Fresno State baseball standout, Tenaya Park local legend, and now a leading grower in California’s Central Valley….
Bees Are Gold: Why Almond Growers Can’t Afford to Miss Pollination in 2026
World Ag Expo Conversation Highlights the Critical Role of Bees At the World Ag Expo, plenty of attention goes to equipment, markets, and policy. But one of the most essential…
Fighting for Family Farms: Stephanie Moreda-Arend on Point Reyes’ Future
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Carbon Robotics Brings Laser Weeding and Autonomous Tractors to Center Stage
…Nick Papagni and Josh McGill broadcast on a drying Friday morning following recent storms, but the real spotlight was on cutting-edge technology unveiled at the 2026 World Ag Expo. The…
Almond Outlook, Propane Savings, and Ag Pride
…agronomics and economics, the episode reinforced the importance of advocacy. Malanca’s “My Job Depends on Ag” campaign continues to raise awareness about how many industries rely on farming, while events…
Bee Season in Full Swing, Highlighting Pollination Urgency for Almond Growers
…returning repeatedly to their hive. With only one shot at pollination each season, successful bloom directly determines final yields. Beyond bees, the program also featured interviews from World Ag Expo,…
Jamie Johansson Says 2026 Is a Turning Point for Northern California and Agriculture
The February 16 edition of the AgNet News Hour kicked off a week of rain, World Ag Expo momentum, and a major political conversation as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh…
California Agriculture’s Champions: John Duarte on Leadership, Policy & the Future
…Senate. He described her as someone who understands production agriculture, regulatory pressures, and the real-world impact of state policy decisions on farming operations. For those attending the World Ag Expo…
Edward Ring Says Energy Abundance Could Transform California’s Water and Agriculture Future
…AgNet West 🌐 Website: agnetwest.com 📱 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and all major podcast platforms 📲 Follow on social media: AgNet West (Facebook, Instagram, X) Listen to…
Edward Ring: Dredging the Delta Could Unlock Millions of Acre-Feet for California
…at the California Policy Center. Broadcasting during the final day of World Ag Expo, the discussion centered on a bold but practical idea: dredging the Sacramento–San Joaquin Delta to increase water supply,…
Record Pistachio Crop, Global Demand, and California’s Water Reality
…the world. His unfiltered insight makes this a must-listen conversation for anyone connected to agriculture. 👉 Listen to the full Ag Meter interview with Rich Kreps to hear the complete…