California Agriculture at a Crossroads

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…is the backbone of California’s communities, economy, and food security. For more agricultural updates, visit AgNetWest.com and subscribe to the AgNet West podcast. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……

California Agriculture: Don Cameron on Labor, Water, and Innovation

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…Agriculture A central topic of conversation was labor in agriculture. Cameron emphasized the critical importance of a stable workforce for California’s labor-intensive crops. He highlighted the need for programs like…

Central Valley Fight: Tangipa Stands for Farmers

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Battling Against the Status Quo Assemblyman David Tangipa, representing California’s Central Valley, is no stranger to confrontation. In a recent conversation with AgNet West, Tangipa reflected on the challenges of…

Ziveli Winery: A Croatian Legacy Thrives in the Heart of California

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…for weddings, baby showers, engagements, and wine tastings. Nick Papagni of AgNet West recently visited the winery, highlighting its charm: “This is the nicest winery ever. If you want to…

California Farmers Struggle with Water, Labor, and Regulations

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California agriculture faces mounting challenges, from water shortages to labor and regulatory pressures. Andrew Genasci, Executive Director of the San Joaquin Farm Bureau, shares firsthand insights on what farmers are…

Stanislaus County

Stanislaus County Farm Bureau: Advocacy, Education & the Future of Agriculture

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…Bureau: Advocacy, Education & the Future of Agriculture Agriculture at the Heart of Stanislaus County Anna Genasci Stanislaus County’s agricultural roots run deep. The annual crop report places almonds as…

Ted Torosian

Ted Torosian Builds Custom Produce into Ag Success Story

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…door-to-door relationships has grown into a multimillion-package-per-year business supplying produce across the United States and beyond. Ted Torosian Builds Custom Produce into Ag Success Story Building a One-Stop Produce Destination…

Stanislaus Farm Bureau Leads in Advocacy and Education: Anna Genasci

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…but education—both for youth and consumers—is increasingly important. From Ag in the Classroom programs to scholarships for students pursuing agricultural careers, Stanislaus County is investing in the next generation of ag leaders….

Midland Tractor

Midland Tractor: John Deere Dealer Powering California Farmers with Innovation and Service

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…that invests heavily in research and development and is always looking to stay on the cutting edge.” Technology, Labor, and Efficiency As California agriculture faces mounting challenges, efficiency has become…

California Farmers Under Pressure: Andrew Genasci Calls for Advocacy and Common-Sense Policy

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…line. California farmers produce the safest, healthiest food in the world, but we’re competing against imports from countries that don’t face the same restrictions.” Water, Land, and Labor Genasci highlighted…

Florida Citrus and Specialty Crops: Frank Giles on Challenges, Optimism, and Innovation

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…center in the discussion. Growers are looking to drones, mechanical harvesters, and new precision technologies to offset rising labor costs. “Part of this whole labor discussion is we need to…