…removed from agriculture. In the 1960s, nearly everyone had a family or friend connected to farming. Today, particularly in California, very few young people have any exposure to agriculture at…
Pistachios, Water & Trade: Kreps on Farming’s Future
…a stronger footing than before. A Business Approach to Agriculture Policy Kreps praised former President Trump’s business background, arguing that it brought a practical approach to agriculture and trade policy….
Pistachio Harvest Update and Fair Season Fun on AgNet News Hour
…farmers was clear: 2025 is shaping up as a strong year for pistachios, and California’s position as the world’s leading producer remains secure. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……
John Duarte on Central Valley Agriculture: Water, Prop 50, and the Future of Avocados
…and healthy fat continues to grow worldwide. “It’s kind of like almonds were 20 years ago,” John said. “Consumers are telling us what they want, and now it’s time to…
Shannon Douglas: Leading California Agriculture Through Opportunity and Challenge
…across the state feed the nation and the world. Yet the pressures facing California agriculture are unlike those anywhere else—regulatory hurdles, global competition, labor shortages, and water scarcity test the…
California Trucking: Costs, Rules & Roadblocks
California Trucking Battles: Regulations, Costs, and the Future of Freight Freight at the Center of Agriculture Challenges In California, agriculture discussions often revolve around water and labor, but freight has…
Lorenzo Rios: Valley Strong Vision for California
…where tough answers are found.” Farmers as Environmental Stewards Rios pushed back against policies that, in his view, wrongly penalize producers. “We’ve got to stop weaponizing climate policy against farmers,”…
Colorado River: Lifeline of the American West
A Vital Waterway in American Agriculture The Colorado River, stretching an impressive 1,450 miles, stands as the fifth-longest river in the United States. Its name, Colorado, comes from the Spanish…
California Farmers Face Policy, Energy, and Innovation Challenges
…times. The Stakes: California Feeds the World Papagni highlighted a stark reality: California’s Central Valley feeds not just the state, but the world. Agriculture here is a multi-billion-dollar industry. If…
California’s Water Crisis: Edward Ring Calls for Abundance Over Scarcity
…guiding policy. Ring responded that water and forestry agencies are too often staffed by academics trained by activist professors who emphasize conservation and rationing over abundance and infrastructure. He argued…
Reedley College Ag Conference 2025: Innovation, Careers & Farming’s Future
…enhance efficiency, improve safety, and create higher-quality careers in agriculture. Why This Conference Matters Agriculture is changing rapidly, and events like the Reedley College Ag Conference help bridge the gap…
Fighting for California Agriculture and Values: David Tangipa on Water, Farmers, and Policy
…had nothing but a microphone,” Tangipa said. Agriculture as National Security Beyond free speech, Tangipa’s advocacy focuses on the security of California’s agriculture industry. “I’m trying to get national security…
California Almond Harvest 2025: Prices and Yields
…Job Depends on Ag”: A Movement with Staying Power Beyond hauling almonds, Malanca is known across California as a founder of the “My Job Depends on Ag” movement. The grassroots…
California Dairy Relief, Ag Policy Battles, and a Turning Point for Farmers
California agriculture was front and center on the September 17 edition of the AgNet News Hour, as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill broke down the latest developments impacting farmers…