…management. Others called for more aggressive action, including building new reservoirs, increasing water deliveries, and cutting regulatory barriers that limit water access for agriculture. “We need to give you 100…
Butler Manufacturing: From Water Tanks to Steel Buildings
…Their early work centered on developing a better livestock watering tank—an innovation that addressed a fundamental challenge for farmers and ranchers of the time. Innovation in Early Agricultural Equipment Throughout…
California Ag Leaders Push for Policy Change and Representation at Governor Debate
…one of the most pressing issues in the Central Valley. Despite some increases in allocation, Jacobson described current levels as insufficient for long-term stability. “Water allocations at 20 percent… are…
Pistachio Market Outlook Brightens as Global Tensions Shift Supply Dynamics
…availability. Despite recent increases, allocations remain far below what growers have historically paid for and relied upon. “We’re still getting about 80 percent less water than what we’ve paid for,”…
California Farming, Water & Pistachios: Inside The Ag Meter Interview
…more than water. Kreps makes a compelling case that California’s challenges aren’t due to lack of resources—but lack of management. Despite farmers paying for full water allocations, many receive only…
Walnut Orchards to Washington: Jenny Moffitt’s Mission to Save American Farming
…the interview, she addresses the mounting pressures facing California agriculture: Overregulation Water scarcity Labor shortages Rising transportation and freight costs But the solution, she explains, goes beyond policy—it requires supporting…
Farmland Protection and Farm Transition Take Focus in AgNet News Hour Interview
…a complete system, where water, labor, markets, land use, and environmental stewardship all play interconnected roles. That holistic approach is key to maintaining both productivity and sustainability. The conversation also…
Seeds of Survival: How Irrigation Shaped Early Colorado Agriculture
…widespread adoption of irrigation. Farmers discovered that controlling and distributing water was essential to making the land productive. Irrigation transformed Colorado agriculture, allowing crops to thrive in areas previously deemed…
Soil Secrets Growers Can’t Afford to Ignore: Why This Ag Meter Interview Matters
…What makes this conversation stand out is its focus on hands-on agriculture. Taylor shares how Live Earth works directly with growers—pulling soil and water samples, running trials, and building real…
California Water Crisis: Can It Be Fixed?
…this water year?” That question has never been more urgent. Low Allocations, High Stakes This year, westside farmers saw water allocations climb from 15% to just 20%—a number that remains…
California Water Challenges Take Center Stage as Experts Call for Urgent Action
The AgNet News Hour highlighted growing concerns over California’s ongoing water challenges, as water management expert Lindsay Cederquist outlined the real-world impact of limited allocations, regulatory pressure, and the need…
Dignity Act and Labor Reform Take Center Stage in AgNet News Hour Interview
…including regulatory pressure, high costs, and water limitations—particularly in California, where reduced water allocations have impacted production and workforce dynamics. Interestingly, Cunha noted that current labor availability appears relatively stable…
Colorado Irrigation: How Greeley Transformed Western Agriculture
…was little opposition to federal involvement in water development at the time. Farmers and communities widely supported these initiatives, understanding that reliable water access was essential for long-term success. The…
Cesar Chavez Controversy & Immigration Reform Shake Agriculture
…turning point. He voiced concerns over rising costs, water restrictions, and policies that he believes are harming rural communities. Despite these challenges, his message was clear: agriculture must stay united,…