Nisei Farmers League President Tackles Policy, Worker Rights, and Federal Overreach In a candid and wide-ranging interview with AgNet West, Manuel Cunha, President of the Nisei Farmers League, outlined pressing…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 06-26-25
…programs, the discussion emphasizes the urgency of making legal farm labor affordable and accessible—especially for small farmers. Wolves, Cattle, and Conservation Clashes As gray wolf populations grow in California, ranchers…
America’s First State Fair and Its Agriculture Roots
How Farm Family Rivalry Sparked a National Agricultural Tradition In this edition of the American Agriculture History Minute, Mark Oppold explores the spirited origins of an enduring tradition in U.S….
Joel Allen on Westside Farming, Family Legacy, and Football Fame
…grounded. Joel Allen on Westside Farming, Family Legacy, and Football Fame Farming Life on the Westside Joel Allen’s operation in Firebaugh, California includes a diverse rotation: pistachios, wheat, corn silage,…
CDFA Seeks Applicants for Fertilizer Inspection Advisory Board
…role provides a direct opportunity to influence California’s agricultural policy and product standards. Eligibility and How to Apply To qualify, applicants must: Hold a current fertilizing materials license or Represent…
Delta Stressors Must Be Addressed for Water Reliability
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…
New Bipartisan Bill Aims to Ease Ag Transport Weight Limits
…for more flexible transportation rules that align with real-world needs. If passed, this legislation would mark a practical shift in federal transport policy that strengthens agricultural logistics while maintaining roadway…
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…
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,”…
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
…include tariffs, trade policy, labor, the farm bill, and food safety regulations. “There’s really something for everybody there,” Assaf said. A Message of Resilience and Opportunity California growers face ongoing…
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…