…concern that ag is being sacrificed for political agendas. Tangipa shares his insider perspective on how the system really works, what needs to change, and why more legislators need real-world…
David Tangipa: From Fresno State to California’s Capitol
…with Tangipa—and it lit a fire. “Politics is what can change people’s lives for the better—or for the worse. It just depends on who’s making the decisions,” he said. Today,…
U.S.–Morocco Ag Ties Strengthened During California Almond Tour
…in agriculture. This platform fostered dialogue on shared challenges and innovative practices in climate-smart farming, benefiting both U.S. and Moroccan producers. The tour also included a stop at the Port…
Jeff Bitter on Challenges and Cycles in the Grape Industry
…whole lot of shining stars out there.” The ongoing industry slump has led to significant changes across the state. “We’re seeing a lot of vineyard acreage being pulled out, abandoned,…
CARB to Develop Biomass Incentives in 2029 Climate Strategy
California Advances Climate Goals with Biomass Incentive Mandate The California Air Resources Board (CARB) will soon be tasked with developing incentives for biomass-based products as part of the state’s long-term…
Prop 12 Sparks Pricing Concerns for Pork Producers and Consumers
…year for operators adjusting to this change.” Stay tuned for more updates on Prop 12’s impact on family farms and the food supply chain. Nick Papagni, the Ag Meter for…
New Bipartisan Bill Aims to Ease Ag Transport Weight Limits
Senators Push for 10% Axle Weight Variance on Dry Bulk Hauls A new bipartisan proposal from U.S. Senators Adam Schiff (D-CA) and Pete Ricketts (R-NE) could bring welcome changes to…
Call to Prioritize California Farming Amid Environmental Controversy
…in the Delta.” He emphasized that today’s public discourse often lacks historical context and overlooks the complexity of human-driven ecological changes over time. Will Farming Ever Be the Priority? As…
USDA Proposal Sparks Concern Among Organic Mushroom Growers
Organic Industry Pushes Back Against USDA Rule Change Deposit Photos image A newly proposed rule from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is drawing sharp criticism from across the…
California Ag Water Outlook: Hope from Ryan Jacobsen
…there’s a rare opening at the federal level to drive lasting change. He recalled former President Trump’s early executive actions focused on California’s water issues and noted the significance of…
How One Sticker United California Agriculture
…Job Depends on Ag” became a rallying cry for California agriculture. 📚 Explore More: Check out our other featured posts to see how California’s ag community continues to inspire change,…
Almond Update: The Power of Participation — A Grower’s Perspective on Almond Board Committees
…“If you want to change something, the best way is to show up,” he said. To learn more or find out how you can get involved with a committee, visit…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 06-19-25
…rep Mike Sonke, who underscored the value of getting involved in Almond Board of California committees to drive change and strengthen grower collaboration. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-17-25
…everything from war and trade to AI and climate change. But noticeably absent from their formal agenda? Agriculture. That’s why the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture launched a concurrent…