California Officials Respond Swiftly to Agricultural Pest Threat Exotic Fruit Flies USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has intensified efforts to…
USDA Proposal Sparks Concern Among Organic Mushroom Growers
…label, a hallmark of transparency and product integrity in the organic food industry. The existing regulations are seen as critical safeguards that ensure consistency in production standards, proper labeling, and…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-23-25
…cravings, and sharp analysis from Nick “The Ag Meter” Papagni and co-host Josh McGill. Kicking things off is an extended conversation with Darren Hill of JD Food, a third-generation family-owned…
California’s Beef Industry Faces Historic Supply Shortage
A Deepening Crisis in California’s Meat Industry Darren Hill, a seasoned sales manager at JD Food in Fresno, California, recently sat down to discuss the growing challenges in the state’s…
Before Tractors: The Thresher That Changed Farming
…way for modern agricultural equipment,” says Oppold. “Its legacy is foundational to today’s food production.” Mark Oppold brings us this installment of the American Ag History Minute, celebrating the innovation…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-20-25
…drawn praise from leading industry groups, including the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, for its aggressive and proactive approach to protecting domestic food supplies. Rollins also detailed a five-part USDA strategy…
California’s Meat Industry Faces Historic Supply Crunch
…third-generation, family-owned food distributor based in Fresno, is feeling the effects firsthand. Hill noted that while California does have some local beef production, most of JD Food’s supply must come…
California Agriculture: A Crisis in the Making or a Wake-Up Call?
…produce a vast share of the nation’s food supply. A Desert That Feeds the World What makes the Central Valley truly remarkable, Jacobsen noted, is how this “magical desert” has…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 06-18-25
…in farm communities. Listeners will also hear Jacobson’s thoughts on food security, the challenges posed by environmental regulations, and the Farm Bureau’s evolving role in representing growers and ranchers across…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-17-25
Today on AgNet News Hour: Freight, Fuel, and Food Security Take Center Stage It’s a jam-packed Tuesday on the AgNet News Hour, and today’s episode dives deep into the issues…
Foreign Land Ownership Sparks Concern Among California Farmers
…he explained. “There’s a vested interest when the farmer owns his land. I just don’t think we’d have the same robust food supply if we were tenant farmers to a…
Ryan Jacobsen: Defending California Agriculture
…150 miles away—and yet we produce over 75% of the nation’s fruits and a third of its vegetables,” he said. “It’s not just about economics—it’s about the food people eat…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-16-25
…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…