Fresno County Farm Bureau CEO Calls for Balanced Water Solutions AgNet West’s Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter,” recently sat down with Ryan Jacobsen, CEO of the Fresno County Farm Bureau,…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 06-25-25
…mix of heart and humor, as hosts Nick “The Ag Meter” Papagni and Josh McGill welcome Fresno County farmer Joel Allen to the show. Allen, who farms 3,000 acres near…
Daniel Jackson Highlights East vs. West Side Water Struggles
Family Tree Farms’ Daniel Jackson Says East Side Growers Face Changing Rules Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter,” recently spoke with Daniel Jackson of Family Tree Farms—one of the largest growers…
California Farm Leaders Urge Rethink of Immigration Enforcement
Farm Advocates Warn of Disruption to Ag Productivity Immigrant migrant seasonal farm field workers work a field and pick and package strawberries in Lake Forest, California. DepositPhotos image California agricultural…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-24-25
…is one of persistence, faith, and a lifelong devotion to helping farmers succeed. From his early days scouting rice fields in Northern California to mentoring the next generation of PCAs,…
Solar Panels, Farmland, and the Fight to Keep Farming
…the mounting pressures facing California farmers—from water shortages to solar development on prime farmland. Solar Panels, Farmland, and the Fight to Keep Farming “You’re absolutely right. That’s what we’re fighting,”…
Blueberries Booming: Daniel Jackson on California’s Berry Surge
Family Tree Farms’ Daniel Jackson Talks Growth, Global Reach, and the Fruit That Changed Everything Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter,” sat down with Daniel Jackson of Family Tree Farms—now widely…
Fresno County Farm Bureau: Advocating for Agriculture Since 1917
…Farm Bureau, to discuss the organization’s legacy and mission. Founded in 1917, the Bureau has served as a vital advocate for farmers, ranchers, and rural communities across Fresno County. Fresno…
Educating California: Why Farming Deserves a Greater Voice
…communities understand the realities and responsibilities of modern farming. Combatting Misinformation Many Californians, Anderson noted, still believe harmful myths about farming practices—such as the overuse of chemicals and disregard for…
Citrus and Specialty Crop Expo 2025 Welcomes California Growers
…shortages, and crop management. Seminars Cover Tariffs, Trade, Farm Bill, and More The educational lineup includes a general session featuring a keynote address, followed by breakout seminars tailored to both…
California Farming at a Crossroads
Daniel Jackson Warns of Looming Food Security Crisis A Disconnect Between Policy and Reality In a recent interview on AgNet West, Daniel Jackson of Family Tree Farms voiced deep frustration…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-23-25
…cravings, and sharp analysis from Nick “The Ag Meter” Papagni and co-host Josh McGill. Kicking things off is an extended conversation with Darren Hill of JD Food, a third-generation family-owned…
California Ag Water Outlook: Hope from Ryan Jacobsen
Fresno Farm Bureau CEO Shares Insight on Long-Term Water Reform In an interview with Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter”, on AgNet West, Ryan Jacobsen, CEO of the Fresno County Farm…
How Athletics Fueled Farm Leadership
…farmer—playing sports was more than just a pastime. It was foundational. How Athletics Fueled Farm Leadership “Sports gave me the work ethic to succeed,” Jacobsen says. “I’m a huge believer…