Join the AgNet News Hour for expert insights into the latest in U.S. agriculture. In this episode, we cover USDA’s Farmer-First Regenerative Agriculture Pilot Program, which rewards farmers for improving…
Alexandra Duarte Talks Water, Agriculture, and Rural California in State Senate District 4 Race
Alexandra Duarte Alexandra Duarte, Modesto almond farmer and candidate for California State Senate District 4, joined Ag Meter to discuss her rapidly growing campaign, the challenges facing rural California, and…
Elaine Culotti: Why California’s Farmers, Cities, and Future Are at a Breaking Point
Elaine Culotti the “Lipstick Farmer” Elaine Culotti—known as the “Lipstick Farmer”—joined Ag Meter for a wide-ranging conversation about the mounting pressures facing California agriculture, local governments, and the state’s long-term…
California Agriculture & High-Speed Rail: Elaine Culotti on AgNet News Hour
…the challenges facing farmers, including heavy bureaucracy, regulatory red tape, and mismanaged funds, which threaten both infrastructure and agricultural innovation. Culotti emphasizes that young farmers, regenerative agriculture initiatives, and advanced…
California Agriculture in Transition: Market Volatility, Almond Outlook & Feed Trends
In this episode of the AgNet News Hour, commodity expert and fourth-generation farmer Nick Foglio of Foglio Commodities delivers one of the most insightful breakdowns of California agriculture heading into…
The Future of California Farming: Insights from Nick Foglio of Foglio Commodities
…fourth-generation farmer, Foglio understands the challenge of keeping family operations alive. With land prices inflated — often purchased by outside investors or through 1031 exchanges — young farmers face nearly…
Faith, Farming, and the Future: Dan Janzen at the Organic Growers Summit
…farmers spiritually, emotionally, and practically. A 40-Year Legacy of Encouragement and Community FCFI was born nearly four decades ago as farmers across the U.S. faced devastating economic pressures. Commodity prices…
Inside Butte County Agriculture: Education, Community, and Critical Issues
…financial burden on farmers and ranchers. Other major challenges include: High labor costs Rising input and equipment costs Water uncertainty Freight and supply chain pressures Farmers want to pay fair…
John Duarte on California’s Future: Agriculture, Leadership & Change
…sat down with John Duarte—farmer, nursery leader, and former congressman—for a candid discussion about California’s political climate, agricultural innovation, and the future of farming families across the state. The conversation,…
Inside California’s Organic Farming Boom: Technology, Labor, and the Fight for Farmland
…on is growing food. That’s hard enough without the extra challenges.” Even so, he remains deeply committed to responsible stewardship. Farmers: The Original Environmentalists Jacobs believes farmers are among the…
Organic Growers Summit 2025 in Monterey: Technology, Education, and Sustainable Farming Innovations
…faced by growers in the Golden State. While Illinois farmers primarily manage seasonal planting and harvest cycles, California’s farmers contend with year-round demands, stringent regulations, water limitations, and labor constraints….
Fourth-Generation Farming in the South Valley: An Interview with Jason Giannelli
…understanding of farming within both his family and the broader community. Farmers as Environmental Stewards Jason Giannelli emphasizes that farmers are among the greatest environmentalists. “Why would I want to…
Jason Gianelli: Water, Labor, and the Future of Farming in the South Valley
…up,” he joked. “I farmer down.” But the challenges facing today’s farmers aren’t funny. Gianelli described how quickly the landscape has changed, especially with towns expanding into farmland and new…