…issue facing citrus growers this season—an uptick in thrip pressure tied to spring rainfall. While the rainfall brought some much-needed water to the region, it also created ideal conditions for…
“My Job Depends on AG”: California’s Farming Backbone
…Backbone Whether you’re a grower, irrigator, truck driver, mechanic, or grocery store worker — ag touches nearly every job in rural California. A State Built on Soil, Water, and Grit…
California Agriculture: A Crisis in the Making or a Wake-Up Call?
…A Crisis in the Making or a Wake-Up Call? Jacobsen pointed to the Central Valley’s unique combination of natural resources—fertile soil, abundant sunshine, and access to water—paired with hardworking people,…
“My Job Depends On Ag” Celebrates 10 Years of Grassroots Impact
…California’s water management policies and a desire to educate the public about how many livelihoods are tied to agriculture. The original idea took root in an alfalfa field, where a…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 06-18-25
…to discuss everything from regulatory pressure and water supply issues to public perception and the next generation of farm leaders. He emphasizes how vital it is for the ag industry…
Ryan Jacobsen: Defending California Agriculture
…every day.” Water Wars and Policy Hurdles Water remains one of the most pressing issues. As a board member for the Fresno Irrigation District, Jacobsen is deeply involved in the…
California Farmland or Solar Fields? Ag Secretary Pushes Back
…targeting lands deemed to have insufficient water access. Critics argue that the proposed bill takes a three-pronged approach to undermine Central Valley agriculture: Limiting water supplies to some of the…
Rich Kreps Calls Out California’s Water Crisis Narrative
…Kreps Calls Out California’s Water Crisis Narrative Despite three strong water years, Kreps said growers are only receiving 55% of their expected allocations—a number that policymakers treat as a victory….
Almond Board Launches First-Ever Production Research Summit
…insights that growers, PCAs, and CCAs can use immediately to make more informed decisions. The agenda includes topics such as: Water use efficiency using extended water potential sensors and evapotranspiration…
California’s West Side Water Crisis: An Urgent Call for Infrastructure Action
…and Processing — delivered a clear warning: “We’re in a crisis and it’s going to get worse.” His comments reflect mounting urgency as California’s water supply issues deepen, particularly on…
California’s Water Crisis: Time to Turn Policy into Action
…water, respectively. These cuts are directly linked to water release mandates dictated by outdated environmental policies that continue to prioritize flushing water to the ocean. Environmental Goals Not Being Met…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 06-11-25
…on farmland? Absolutely not!” Hear why he and countless farmers believe this is a fight worth waging—and why it’s all about water, water, water. Speaking of water, we’ve got a…
American Agriculture History Minute: Switching to Electric Power from Kerosene
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute reports that by the 1930, more than 90% of rural homes still used kerosene lamps for lighting. Running water and indoor bathrooms…
Stuart Woolf: Solar Panels Replace Crops on Fresno County Farmland
…dad’s probably rolling over in his grave, but we just don’t have access to water.” With state and federal support lacking, Woolf said the company is also experimenting with water…