…for farming, municipalities, and the environment. He believes a collaborative; balanced approach is essential. “We can get to a point of win-win for the environment, and a win-win for agriculture,…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 06-25-25
AgNet News Hour: Joel Allen Talks West Side Farming, Water, and Raising an NFL Quarterback Today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour dives into California’s pressing ag issues, with a…
Daniel Jackson Highlights East vs. West Side Water Struggles
…of peaches, nectarines, plums, and blueberries globally—about the complex differences between farming on California’s east and west sides. Daniel Jackson Highlights East vs. West Side Water Struggles Jackson, who farms…
Cotton, and Cotton Gin, Helped Shape American Ag Economy
From Columbus to the Cotton Gin: The Crop That Changed a Nation In this edition of the American Agriculture History Minute, Mark Oppold shares a pivotal chapter in American farming—how…
California Farm Leaders Urge Rethink of Immigration Enforcement
…long-term viability of the farming sector. Leaders across the state are pressing lawmakers to develop balanced immigration policies that protect national interests while ensuring that California farms can continue feeding…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-24-25
…outsiders. But beyond agronomy, Gary’s message is about relationships—between growers and consultants, between mentors and young professionals, and above all, within families. His passion for farming, integrity in business, and…
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,”…
Massey-Ferguson: A Legacy in Agriculture
…name evolved to Massey-Ferguson by 1958. Although the company became a staple in farming equipment, it eventually faced financial struggles and was acquired by Agco Corporation in 1994. From bicycles…
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…
California Farming at a Crossroads
…over what he describes as the California government’s growing disconnect from the realities of farming in the Central Valley. Speaking with AgNet West’s Nick Papagni, Jackson didn’t mince words: “They’re…
Call to Prioritize California Farming Amid Environmental Controversy
…said. “Farming in California needs to become a priority — before it’s too late.” Nick Papagni concluded the segment by highlighting the imbalance between environmental wins and farming losses, suggesting…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-23-25
…farming in the state. Also in today’s show: highlights from the California Beef Ambassador contest, California Grown’s new agritourism website, and a surge in walnut marketing aimed at younger consumers….
How One Sticker United California Agriculture
…a deep connection to farming families. What started with Fresno State football chatter evolved into a movement that now includes thousands of decals on trucks, storefronts, barns, and more—all reinforcing…
Before Tractors: The Thresher That Changed Farming
Long before tractors revolutionized American agriculture in the 1930s, a different machine was already transforming the harvest: the threshing machine. Before the Tractor: The Thresher That Changed Farming In 1847,…