…“But some of his statements about tariffs and Argentine imports were just factually incorrect, and we had to push back.” He explained that while Trump’s remarks were aimed at lowering…
California Farmers Confront Global Competition and Retail Pressure on AgNet News Hour
The October 28 edition of the AgNet News Hour tackled the global marketplace head-on, as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill examined how trade policy, retail pricing, and foreign imports continue to shape the…
David Tangipa: Fighting for California Farmers and Rejecting Proposition 50
…dependent on imports from Singapore when local refineries falter. “That’s how fragile this system is,” Tangipa said. “Federal production is bailing California out right now.” Generational Burdens and the Price…
California Raisin Leaders on Trade, Water & Future
…limiting some imports and offering relief across multiple commodities. The Raisin Bargaining Association (RBA) has taken a leading role in working with federal officials to ensure ongoing support. Cardoza explained…
John Duarte Shares Bold Nursery Innovations and Warns of Prop 50 Threat
…$32 billion agricultural trade deficit, he argued that relying on imports makes the U.S. vulnerable. “Working families are the ones paying the price,” Duarte said, noting that higher costs and…
Lorenzo Rios: Valley Strong Vision for California
…by ensuring that we have quality food grown here in the United States,” Rios said. “We cannot afford to rely on imports. We need to complement the work already being…
Farming for the Future: Jake Barcellos and A-Bar Ag Enterprises
…limited domestic labor pool create ongoing struggles. Barcellos supports immigration reform that keeps good workers in the community while addressing criminal concerns. Imports and tariffs: Competing with lower-cost imports remains…
My Job Depends on Ag: How a Grassroots Sticker Campaign Grew Into a Movement Supporting California Agriculture
…of solidarity, much like how FFA jackets unite students across the country. With California agriculture facing constant challenges—from water restrictions to growing imports—the hosts encouraged listeners to get involved. “We…
Don Cameron: California Ag Leadership & Challenges
…compete against cheaper imports from Mexico, Chile, and other countries. Abandoned Orchards, Pests, and Community Impact Economic stress has already forced some growers to abandon orchards and vineyards, especially on…
Tariffs, Trade, and Table Grapes: Richard Matoian Shares Insights on California Farming Challenges
…executive order. The deal includes a 15% baseline tariff on imports and a commitment to expand rice purchases by 75%. Matoian tied this directly to the pistachio industry, stressing that…
California Ag Battles: Water, Solar, and Farmland Futures
…state’s agricultural capacity will have long-term consequences: higher food prices, lower quality, and greater dependence on imports. “If we keep thinking like this,” he said, “California won’t be able to…
Joe Del Bosque: Water, Labor, and the Fight for California Farming
…elements that exploit vulnerable laborers. Del Bosque argues that Mexico is ready to collaborate, but the U.S. must establish an ongoing, fair program to ensure workforce stability. Competing With Imports…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads
…struggles of a Central Valley winery family facing unfair foreign competition. Reisinger explained that U.S. farmers face high labor and regulatory costs, while imports from countries with lower standards flood…
California Agriculture: Don Cameron on Labor, Water, and Innovation
…Global Agriculture Cameron addressed how California farmers face challenges from cheaper imports from countries like Mexico and Brazil. While international labor costs are lower, California farms provide higher wages, better…