…office under the Trump administration. In her opening remarks, Secretary Rollins emphasized a bold, farmer-first agenda, touting major actions in trade, disaster relief, regulatory reform, and food security. “The hardworking…
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…
July 15th Deadline: FSA Urges Producers to File Crop Acreage Reports
…that provide a vital safety net.” Filing a crop acreage report ensures eligibility for essential assistance programs, including: Disaster assistance Conservation programs Crop insurance According to the FSA, a crop…
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…
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….
Generations of Growth: Daniel Jackson on Family Tree Farms’ Roots, Innovation, Future
…role. He warns that bad water policy, not resource scarcity, could undermine America’s food security. With 70% of U.S. fruit and 50% of vegetables grown in California, losing acreage would…
California Ag at a Crossroads: Rich Kreps Talks Water, Pistachios, and Policy Reform
…urban Californians — about where their food comes from and the true impact of policy decisions. “People think farmers are greedy. They don’t realize California is one of the only…
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…
Stuart Woolf: “Farmers Are the Greatest Environmentalists We Have”
“Farmers don’t just grow food — they safeguard the land for the next generation.” — AgNet West In a compelling interview on AgNet West, Nick Papagni, “the Ag Meter,” sat…
California Farmers Gain Water Access
…rise to 80%, up from 75%, based on either historical use or public health and safety needs—whichever is greater. Clarity on Water Conditions Enables Responsive Allocation Adjustments “With the close…
Cherry Theft Arrests Underscore Ongoing Farm Security Concerns
…food system, and ensuring resource security and operational safety is more important than ever. Cherry Theft Arrests Underscore Ongoing Farm Security Concerns Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1,…
California Freight Crisis Hits Farmers and Truckers Hard: A Conversation with Nick Foglio
…these changes aren’t made, the state risks losing its edge in food production and logistics—sectors vital not just to California, but to the nation. “Trucks feed the world,” Foglio concluded….