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…their livelihoods but the global food supply. In a recent conversation with Nick Papagni, consultant and entrepreneur Lisa Kerr outlined the challenges facing agriculture today, the policies driving them, and…
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…five-point plan to keep the pest out of the United States. The hosts praised the quick communication from Mexico, noting that early warnings are critical to protecting livestock and food…
Beef Prices, Prop 12, and Holiday Meat Trends on AgNet News Hour
…Nick Papagni and Josh McGill welcomed Darren Hill, sales manager at JD Food and a former five-star chef. Known as Nick’s go-to expert on all things meat, Hill broke down…
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…JD Food For anyone with questions about beef, turkey, pork, or the meat supply chain, Darren Hill welcomes inquiries directly. 📧 Email: dhill@jdfood.com 👉 Note: it’s jdfood.com (singular, without an…
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…million acre-feet of water annually to the state’s supply. In overly dense forests, trees compete for light, nutrients, and water, absorbing moisture before it reaches the ground. By restoring historical…
Reedley College Ag Conference 2025: Innovation, Careers & Farming’s Future
…innovation and agricultural programs. National retailers such as Walmart, Costco, Taco Bell, and Cisco discussing supplier collaboration, food safety, and the future of food purchasing. Industry-driven certificate programs to help…
Fighting for California Agriculture and Values: David Tangipa on Water, Farmers, and Policy
…industry in Ukraine. We have a $24 billion ag industry in just Fresno, Tulare, and Kern counties together.” Tangipa emphasized that California farmers are critical to global food supply and…
California Almond Harvest 2025: Prices and Yields
…oversupply and steep price drops. But by mid-September, harvest reports began to tell a different story. West Valley Hauling, which started moving almonds around August 10, has been among the…
Freeman Vineyard: Organic Sonoma Wines with Global Reach
…Perfect Fit for Today’s Food Culture Freeman wines are crafted to pair with modern, health-conscious cuisine. Their high-acidity Pinot Noir and Chardonnay match well with poultry, seafood, and plant-forward meals….
California Dairy Relief, Ag Policy Battles, and a Turning Point for Farmers
…struggles to the bigger picture of national security, noting that Fresno, Tulare, and Kern counties alone produce as much agriculture as the entire nation of Ukraine. “Food security is national…



















