Almond Market Jitters, Fire Impacts, and Water Innovation Take Center Stage on AgNet News Hour On today’s AgNet News Hour, Nick Papagni and Josh McGill dive deep into some of…
Nick Foglio on Hay Markets, Water Scarcity, and the Future of California Ag
…per ton, largely influenced by Central Valley heat, low-quality yields, and alternative feed options like canola and almond hulls. “Some dairies are feeding very little to no alfalfa in their…
Almond Crop Forecast for a Strong Rebound
California Almond Production Projected at 3 Billion Pounds California’s almond industry is on track for a significant upswing in 2025, with production now forecast at 3 billion meat pounds. This…
Flush Irrigation Systems to Prevent Failures
…you by the Almond Board of California. Learn more at almonds.com. Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 07-17-25
…convenience, affordability, and style over tradition. Her advice? Speak their language and meet them where they are—on social media. Later, Nick and Josh bring listeners the latest almond industry insights…
American Butter Institute Challenges Country Crock “Butter” Label
…“almond milk” to “vegan burgers,” the rise of non-dairy and meat-free products has prompted regulatory scrutiny and sparked concern among commodity groups and traditional food producers. As the FDA evaluates…
Solar Push Sparks Water, Ethics Concerns in California
…to have water to mine lithium, but not water to grow an almond crop?” — Josh McGill McGill explains that the growing demand for solar energy will depend heavily on…
U.S.–Morocco Ag Ties Strengthened During California Almond Tour
The Almond Board of California (ABC) recently hosted a high-level agricultural trade delegation from Morocco, marking a significant step in deepening U.S.–Moroccan relations in food and agriculture. Coordinated in partnership…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 07-03-25
AgNet News Hour – Labor Solutions, Walnut Momentum, and Global Almond Growth On today’s AgNet News Hour, hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill deliver an insightful pre-Independence Day show that…
Almond Board Advances China Trade Talks
…the June edition of the Almond Bites podcast at almonds.com. Lorrie Boyer with AgNet West reporting. Almond Board Advances China Trade Talks Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1,…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 06-26-25
…delivers critical updates and candid insights. Tune in for expert interviews, real-time commentary, and this week’s Almond Byte from the Almond Board of California. Morning Views and Labor Blues Nick…
Almond Update: The Power of Participation — A Grower’s Perspective on Almond Board Committees
In this Almond Update, we highlight a special feature from the Almond Journey podcast, episode 80, featuring almond grower and grower representative Mike Sonke. In a candid and insightful conversation,…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 06-19-25
…a cool spring to a hot summer across California. And in the Almond Update, listeners heard from grower rep Mike Sonke, who underscored the value of getting involved in Almond…
“My Job Depends on AG”: California’s Farming Backbone
…From citrus groves to almond orchards, California’s farmers produce over 400 commodities. But it’s not just about what’s grown — it’s about the people. Tens of thousands of families rely…