…like Mexico — help balance the risk. Strategic adaptability remains central to Family Tree Farms’ success. Water Policy and Future Challenges Despite popular belief, Daniel notes that west side farmers…
California Ag at a Crossroads: Rich Kreps Talks Water, Pistachios, and Policy Reform
…fight — calling it a “power struggle dressed up as environmental policy” — and explained how long-delayed storage infrastructure is leaving both farms and communities vulnerable. 🌱 Beyond Water: Pistachios…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-13-25
…says have created unfair burdens for producers nationwide. She also addresses the urgent need for sensible immigration and farm labor policy — especially in light of recent ICE enforcement actions…
Cherry Theft Arrests Underscore Ongoing Farm Security Concerns
An issue continues to plague California farmers: agricultural theft. Authorities recently arrested three individuals accused of stealing and selling thousands of dollars’ worth of cherries, damaging crops in the process….
Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo Power Panel to Address the Big Ag Issues
…Citrus Mutual. These three leaders will discuss topics like tariffs/trade, labor, the farm bill, food safety and much more. “It is rare to get three people together who have such…
Stuart Woolf on California Ag Policy: “We’re Driving Farmers Out”
In a candid conversation with AgNet West, Stuart Woolf, President of Woolf Farming and Processing, offered a sobering perspective on the challenges facing California agriculture. When asked if farming is…
Almond Board of California Finalizes 2025 Board Elections, Sets Path for Industry Growth
…shaping industry policy, funding research, and promoting almonds on an international scale. From guiding best practices to supporting marketing campaigns, the Board’s efforts enhance the value and visibility of California…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 06-05-25
Don’t Miss Today’s AgNet News Hour: Protect Your Farm and Future Good morning, farmers and ag enthusiasts! The AgNet News Hour is here to keep you informed on the issues…
American Agriculture History Minute: Farmland Values and Location
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute discusses farmland values having always been part of American agriculture history. American Agriculture History Minute: Farmland Values and Location Recent stories indicate…
Stuart Woolf on California Water Crisis: “A Losing Proposition” for Agriculture
…affordable water access for farmland. Despite years of engagement with state legislators and policymakers, Woolf says those efforts have largely fallen short. “We couldn’t convince state legislators to continue to…
2025-2026 California Table Grape Season: A Fresh Start to a Global Campaign
…series of bonus opportunities to increase participation, while digital promotions and specialized retail programs have been integrated into the marketing strategy. In-store events such as sampling, contests, and interactive point-of-purchase…
Tomatoes to Tequila: Stuart Woolf’s Agave Revolution in California
…the puzzle.” While his father’s generation focused on optimizing farmland, Woolf’s generation is focused on reclaiming un-farmable land in a future with less water. “This is our family legacy. I…
California Ag Under Pressure: Innovation, Legacy, and the Voice of Nick Anderson
…emphasizing collaboration, innovation, and precision agriculture. The New Era of Farming: Tech, Data, and Strategy California’s farmers today operate in a world far removed from the methods of the 1960s….
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-03-25
…Nick kicks things off with a fresh look at rail transport as a potential game-changer for California’s freight crisis. Hear from Elaine Culotti, “the lipstick farmer” from Fallbrook, who’s championing…