…of the upcoming Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo in Tampa, where key issues like immigration reform and, you guessed it, freight will take center stage. Full interview coming soon on…
John Duarte on Water, Immigration, and Fixing California
…Perspective on Immigration Reform As a nursery owner and employer of hundreds, Duarte understands firsthand the need for a legal, reliable agricultural workforce. He supports immigration reform that provides clear…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 07-25-25
…worsening health outcomes due to environmental mismanagement. Duarte didn’t stop at identifying the problems—he offered solutions. He shared his own draft legislation for comprehensive immigration reform and called for scalable…
Los Gatos Tomato: Innovation, Labor & Water in Focus
…We become more efficient.” Labor Stability and Seasonal Strength Despite concerns around immigration and state labor regulations, Los Gatos enjoys strong employee retention—over 90% of its 150 seasonal workers return…
Court Limits ICE Actions in Southern California
Federal Judge Issues Temporary Restraining Order on ICE A federal judge in Los Angeles has issued a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) that limits how U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-22-25
…compelling conversations, headlined by a deep dive into immigration reform and its implications for agriculture. The show spotlighted the newly introduced Dignity Act of 2025, a bipartisan bill aimed at…
Homegrown Organic: Stephen Paul on Fruit, Figs, Farming Future
…asked about labor and immigration challenges, Paul didn’t shy away from tough conversations. He advocated for a thoughtful path to citizenship for farmworkers who are contributing positively to agriculture and…
Republicans Urge Legal Fix for Ag Workforce
…their focus from border enforcement to addressing domestic immigration policy—particularly as it affects the agricultural labor force. These lawmakers say it’s time to move beyond enforcement-only approaches and push for…
Wade Kirschenman on Grapes, Potatoes & Policy
…grapes, they have to come here.” Navigating Labor and Immigration Complexities Labor availability has remained stable for now, though Wade recalled a scare in January when ICE activity caused some…
California Table Grape Season Off to a Strong Start
…D.C. to communicate industry needs, especially concerning export growth opportunities. Labor and Immigration Reform Still a Major Need LeMay also addressed the need for comprehensive immigration reform to support the…
Nick Foglio on Hay Markets, Water Scarcity, and the Future of California Ag
…in Dallas, Texas,” Foglio noted. He emphasized that without a clear path for productive immigration reform and streamlined work permits, labor challenges will persist. Foglio supports permits for long-time undocumented…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 07-18-25
…agriculture in California. Wayde shares insights into labor and immigration concerns, the complexities of tariffs—especially on watermelons exported to Canada—and how freight, regulations, and water access play major roles in…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-15-25
…sensitive issue of immigration, centered on a cannabis farm in Camarillo found employing over 360 undocumented immigrants, including minors. Papagni and McGill criticized state leaders for politicizing immigration enforcement while…
Labor Crisis Still Looms Over California’s Fresh Fruit Industry
Immigration Reform Remains Unresolved as Growers Seek Solutions Nick Papagni, host of The Ag Meter, sat down with Daniel Hartwig, president of the California Fresh Fruit Association, to discuss one…