…transforming into a more efficient and sustainable system. In segment three, Greg Christensen analyzed current crop markets, noting continued pressure from high production costs, shifting global demand, and supply chain…
Rethinking Wine’s Future: Tim Hanni on Consumers, Taste & Growth
…between supply and demand creates brutal market conditions—and traditional forecasting methods are failing. Why Wine Forecasting Keeps Getting It Wrong Wine operates on long production cycles, yet forecasting is based…
Inside Today’s Wine Market: A Deep-Dive Conversation with Veteran Winemaker Nick Karavidas
…3-million-ton harvest, outpacing domestic demand. Back then, wine imports represented just 10–18% of the U.S. retail market. Today: A New Reality Imports now exceed 40% U.S. consumption is flat Production…
Regulations, Water Challenges, and the 2026 Outlook: Roger Isom on the AgNet News Hour
…unique and powerful part of agriculture. Wrapping Up Nick and Lorrie closed the episode with excitement for upcoming holiday-themed content and encouraged listeners to return tomorrow for more ag news,…
AgNet News Hour: Midweek Agriculture Insights & Industry Headlines
…isn’t the cheapest option anymore, and local restaurants continue to struggle with inflation and freight costs. Nick also announced plans to bring holiday spirit into the AgNet West studio and…
The Origins of the Deere & Mansur Corn Planter
…technology—the creation of the Deere & Mansur corn planter. As agriculture expanded across the United States, so did the need for more accurate and efficient planting equipment. This growing demand…
AgNet News Hour: Butte County Agriculture, Regulations & Almond Outlook
…in Chico, a free, one-day farm show offering education, networking, and industry speakers. Nick and Lorrie close with light holiday banter and reminders to follow AgNet West online for ongoing…
California Agriculture News: Labor, Automation, and Policy Updates – AgNet News Hour
…of California-grown produce for consumers, even during holiday seasons. Tyson Foods Cattle Packing Closure and Industry Impact A major story covered was the closure of Tyson Foods’ cattle packing plant…
California Agave Farming: Stuart Woolf’s Vision for Sustainable Agriculture
…campaigns Carefully managing supply and demand to avoid overproduction Agave matures over 5–7 years in California, shorter than Mexico’s typical 7–9 years due to hotter summers and drip irrigation. Woolf…
John Duarte on California’s Future: Agriculture, Leadership & Change
…conversation about holiday traditions, cooking turkey, and the simple joys of family time. Papagni pictured farmers out checking their orchards and fields early in the day before heading home to…
Inside California’s Organic Farming Boom: Technology, Labor, and the Fight for Farmland
…environmental commitments require significant investment. “Growing this stuff ain’t easy,” Jacobs stressed. Farmers put boots on the ground every day, adapting constantly to weather, pests, soil conditions, and market demands….
Organic Farming, Regulation & Innovation in California
…The virus causes severe neurological symptoms, often fatal, and states are now tightening protocols for cross-border movement. Closing Thoughts and Holiday Reflections The AgNet News Hour wraps with Thanksgiving plans,…
Organic Growers Summit 2025 in Monterey: Technology, Education, and Sustainable Farming Innovations
…more efficient. Jungman discussed innovations such as autonomous weeding robots and other smart tools designed to reduce labor demands. A dedicated tech walk and evening reception on Wednesday will showcase…
Inside the AgNet News Hour: Meat Markets, Organic Innovation, and the Future of Farming
…Boyer blend personal updates with in-depth interviews and industry analysis, creating a vivid picture of the pressures and opportunities facing today’s producers. Holiday Reflections and Shifting Trends in American Beef…