…common sense. California can be golden again.” Papagni and McGill agreed, calling Wagner “a steady, thoughtful voice in a noisy political climate.” Papagni added, “We need calm leaders who actually…
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Bill Jones: “California Will Come Back Stronger Than Ever”
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Karen Ross on Water, Workforce, and the Future of California Agriculture
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Karen Ross Talks Water, Regulation, and Prop 50 Silence on AgNet News Hour
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…U.S. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue in signing a beef trade agreement with China. The experience gave him a first-hand view of the abundance and diversity of American agriculture. From small…
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…Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins—has shown strong support for California growers. Leaders from across the Southwest, including Arizona and New Mexico, expressed interest in collaborating on solutions such as recharging the…
Innovation, Water, and Politics Take Center Stage in California Ag
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Reedley College Ag Conference 2025: Innovation, Careers & Farming’s Future
…enhance efficiency, improve safety, and create higher-quality careers in agriculture. Why This Conference Matters Agriculture is changing rapidly, and events like the Reedley College Ag Conference help bridge the gap…
Big News for Dairy and Almond Growers: USDA Announces $1 Billion Relief Program, Almond Yields Down
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Henry A. Wallace: Innovator, Journalist, and Statesman
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Florida FFA Leaders Share Their Passion for Agriculture at Specialty Crop Expo
…her own interest in agriculture. Florida FFA Leaders Share Their Passion for Agriculture at Specialty Crop Expo Since then, Lyla has been a strong advocate for agricultural education and hopes…
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