Small Wineries Under Pressure: On today’s AgNet News Hour, the Ag Meter hit the road for an on-location interview at Ziveli Winery, tucked between Kerman and Fresno. Host Nick Papagni…
Ted Torosian Builds Custom Produce into Ag Success Story
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Rachel Nettleton Leads Kern County Farm Bureau
…County: An Agricultural Powerhouse Nettleton takes pride in Kern County’s agricultural success. In 2023, the county’s crop report showed more than $8 billion in agricultural production, making Kern the leading…
Stanislaus Farm Bureau Leads in Advocacy and Education: Anna Genasci
…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: John Deere Dealer Powering California Farmers with Innovation and Service
…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
…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
…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…
Role of Shorthorn Cattle in American Agricultural History
…insight into Shorthorn cattle underscores a foundational chapter in American agricultural history. — Mark Oppold, American Agriculture History Minute Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk…
Farm Labor and Market Shifts: Today’s AgNet News Hour Highlights
Today’s AgNet News Hour takes a closer look at the latest issues shaping agriculture across California and the broader farm belt. From labor challenges to market dynamics, farmers and ranchers continue to…
Roger Isom on California Farming Challenges in 2025
…wage mandates make manual labor unsustainable. Immigration Reform and Farm Labor Labor remains one of the most pressing issues in California agriculture. Isom expressed optimism that bipartisan immigration legislation may…
California Pistachio Harvest 2025: Insights from Richard Kreps
…on the Farm: Labor, Freight, and Pests Despite optimism, farmers face a long list of challenges. Labor shortages, freight disruptions, and California’s ongoing water crisis continue to weigh heavily on…
Dairy, Family, and Football: Joseph Bakker’s Life in the Central Valley
…Brody, and Blaze—who carry that same competitive spirit. Max, now 20, was a standout quarterback and “PAG Meter” All-Star (‘PAG Meter all star’ is an award given to high school…
Fires to Food Security: Elaine Collotti Outlines Bold Plan for California Agriculture
In a powerful conversation on the AgNet News Hour, Fallbrook grower and entrepreneur Elaine Collotti—known as The Lipstick Farmer—delivered a frank assessment of California’s agricultural and political climate. Collotti, who…
Inside Hanford Dairy Life with Farmer Case Anker
…for generations. While he acknowledges dietary trends will continue to rise and fall, his stance on milk’s benefits is unwavering. Labor Stability on the Farm Unlike some farmers facing labor…

















