…costs of doing business in the state and the added burden placed on farmers, freight, and food prices. Finally, the show features an in-depth interview with Jesse Silva, VP of…
California Farmland or Solar Fields? Ag Secretary Pushes Back
…Rollins emphasized that preserving farmland is not just about food production, but also about national security, the sustainability of family farms, and protecting the American rural identity. California Legislation Sparks…
Trump: “We Can’t Do That to Our Farmers” – Call for Action on Ag Farm Labor
…home when their work is complete. But ongoing legal uncertainty threatens this system and the food supply chain it supports. Fixing the System, Not Breaking It The call from Trump…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-13-25
…agriculture — one that undermines food production in favor of energy policy. It’s a passionate segment that speaks directly to the heart of the ag community. Plus, veteran PCA Todd…
“Big Beautiful Bill” Sparks National Debate with Key Farm Provisions
…debate around the bill continues, industry groups are carefully watching how its components will shape the future of agriculture, rural economies, and national food security. Whether through tax reform or…
Oriental Fruit Fly Quarantine Lifted in Garden Grove
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has officially lifted the oriental fruit fly quarantine in Garden Grove, located in Orange County. This marks a crucial victory for pest…
USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins Highlights Trade Wins, Disaster Aid, and Regulatory Cuts in House Testimony
…credited the USDA’s swift response to the avian flu outbreak for dramatically lowering egg prices—wholesale down by 65% and retail prices following at 25%. She also highlighted action on foreign…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 06-12-25
…with Raley’s Food for Families program to ensure more families get nutritious dairy foods. Plus, there’s a bill in the works that would allow schools to serve whole and 2%…
CDFA Now Accepting Proposals for Biologically Integrated Farming Systems Grants
Farm tractor spraying pesticides & insecticides herbicides over green vineyard field. Napa Valley, Napa County, California, USA DepositPhotos image The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has announced that…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 06-11-25
…diving deep into some hot-button issues. First up: the closure of one of the nation’s largest wine distributors and what this means for California’s wine industry. Will prices rise? Will…
Wine Grape Growers Asked to Vote on Extension of Pierce’s Disease Program
…has provided 311 research grants, investing over $60 million in protecting vineyards across the state. For more information, growers are encouraged to visit the California Department of Food and Agriculture…
Pistachios Surge in Global Popularity as Market Outlook Strengthens
…in the food sector. “Pistachio green,” a distinct color associated with the nut, is becoming popular in fashion, further boosting the nut’s visibility and appeal across diverse industries. Kreps welcomed…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-09-25
…cherry heist in the San Joaquin Valley. As cherry prices soar, criminals are increasingly targeting these high-value crops. We break down how to protect your farm and what’s driving these…
Honeybee Health Program Moves Through California Assembly
The California State Assembly passed a bill led by Assemblymember Rhodesia Ransom to create a honey bee health program under the California Department of Food and Agriculture earlier this year….