In a recent conversation with AgNet West’s Nick Papagni, agricultural consultant and American Pistachio Growers board chairman Rich Kreps voiced strong concerns over water allocations for California’s Westside farmers. Rich…
Fighting for the Future: Petaluma Dairy Farmer Speaks Out on Land Threats
…no longer supports agriculture in the Point Reyes National Seashore. “There are 14 total operations,” she said. “Twelve have already been impacted by settlement agreements, but five farmers and ranchers…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 06-12-25
…potential deal could be the turning point for farmers and ranchers across the nation. California’s dairy world is also making headlines! This month, the California Milk Advisory Board is partnering…
Birth of the Rotary Corn Planter: A Milestone in Agricultural Innovation
…planter revolutionized row crop farming and was immediately embraced by farmers for its accuracy and efficiency. This invention marked a turning point in the mechanization of American agriculture and solidified…
July 15th Deadline: FSA Urges Producers to File Crop Acreage Reports
…their crop acreage reports ahead of the rapidly approaching July 15th deadline. “These reports are critical,” says FSA Administrator Bill Beam, “for farmers and ranchers to participate in FSA programs…
California’s West Side Water Crisis: An Urgent Call for Infrastructure Action
…including federal and state canal networks — already provide the backbone for such a plan. What’s lacking, Woolf argues, is the unified execution and political will. Farmers Ready to Lead…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 06-11-25
…on farmland? Absolutely not!” Hear why he and countless farmers believe this is a fight worth waging—and why it’s all about water, water, water. Speaking of water, we’ve got a…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-10-25
Catch Today’s AgNet News Hour – Essential Updates for Farmers and Ranchers! Good morning and happy Tuesday to all our farmers, ranchers, and agricultural partners! Join Nick Papagni and Josh…
Bayer May Exit Glyphosate Business Amid Mounting Legal Pressure
…may undermine its ability to provide glyphosate-based products to farmers and other professional users as well. The potential move would mark a dramatic shift in global agriculture and could have…
American Agriculture History Minute: One-Room Schoolhouses-an Important Part of American Agriculture History
…in small rural communities or isolated rural areas. The local one-room school was the answer, often built by nearby farmers. In fact, most of the teachers were elderly daughters of…
Stuart Woolfe: Is More Water for West Side Farmers Just a Myth?
…California farmers—especially those on the state’s west side. When asked if farmers would ever see increased water access, Woolfe’s response was stark: Stuart Woolfe: Is More Water for West Side…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-09-25
Happy Monday, growers, ranchers, and ag industry partners! If you’re searching for insights that will help you navigate challenges in the field and beyond, tune in to today’s AgNet News…
Honeybee Health Program Moves Through California Assembly
…crisis head-on. It strengthens bee health by investing in research, education, and pollinator friendly practices. The program will offer incentives for commercial beekeepers and farmers to adopt practices that support…
American Agriculture History Minute: Why a Farmland Auction Draws a Crowd
…All eight tracks were sold to local farmers who knew that the land might not come up again for sale for another 140 years. That’s today’s American Agriculture History Minute….