A Life Rooted in Agriculture and Community Few names in California agriculture carry the weight of both experience and legacy like Nick Anderson, Western Division Manager for Helena Agri-Enterprises and…
California’s Ag Challenges: Nick Anderson Talks Cost and Compliance
Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter”, speaks with Nick Anderson, Western Division Retail Manager for Helena Agri-Enterprises. With over 500 locations nationwide, Helena faces unique challenges operating in California compared to…
Trump Administration Invests to Revitalize U.S. Lumber Industry
…overhaul. Nick Papagni, “the Ag Meter,” reporting for AgNet West, concluded the report by calling this investment “a hopeful turning point for the U.S. Forest industry.” Trump Administration Invests to…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-02-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. Join Nick Papagni, “the Ag Meter”, and producer Josh McGill as they dive deep into the stories shaping California’s vibrant…
Almond Update: ABC Almond Leadership Program Supports FFA Scholarships
…candidates receive the assistance they need to pursue their ambitions, making higher education more accessible to young agricultural leaders. A key component of the Leadership Program is its annual fundraising…
Rollins on Major Components of the Small Farms Farmer First Initiative
…initiative focuses on streamlining and simplifying USDA tools, making essential resources more accessible and efficient for both new and multi-generational farmers. By improving the accessibility of agricultural programs and funding…
California Avocado Society Takes Proactive Steps
…researchers, and stakeholders by fostering collaboration and innovation. As the industry navigates ongoing challenges, events like the Field Day serve as vital platforms for education and progress, ensuring the continued…
Rollins Lays Out Policies of Small Farms Farmer First Initiative
…and funding options, the initiative aims to reduce bureaucratic barriers and support farmers in maintaining and expanding their operations. farmers-first-small-family-farms-policy-agendaDownload A major component of the initiative is ensuring reliable access…
Innovations and Insights Field Day
…by fostering collaboration and innovation. As the industry navigates ongoing challenges, events like the Field Day serve as vital platforms for education and progress, ensuring the continued success of avocado…
Pet Lover’s Spay and Neuter Grant Program-Receives Funding from CDFA
Internet Archive Book Images, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons (CDFA/SACRAMENTO, May 20, 2025) — The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has awarded a total of $485,174 in funding from the…
Event Dates Coming Up for Almonds, Organic Summit, Strawberries
…at the Modesto Center, Plaza in Modesto. Registration is free and there are continuing education hours available. The production research is tailored for growers, PCA, CCA and offers for comprehensive…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 05-19-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. The Ag Net News Hour hosts, Lorrie Boyer and Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter,” open today’s show talking about key…
Glassy-Winged Sharpshooter-Pierce‘s Disease Assessment
…The Pierce’s Disease and Glassy-Winged Sharpshooter (PD/GWSS) assessment referendum is a critical vote for California winegrape growers to decide whether to continue funding research and management efforts against Pierce’s Disease…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 05-16-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. The Ag-Net News Hour Hosts, Lorrie Boyer and Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter,” discuss ongoing trade negotiations, noting limited progress…