…throughout the state. The call comes as farm advocates highlight the critical role of immigrant labor in sustaining California’s agricultural productivity. As the nation’s top agricultural producer, California depends heavily…
Netting Mandarins: A Citrus Shift at Kings River
Kings River Packing’s Jesse Silva Talks Innovation, Cost, and Consumer Demand In an interview with AgNet West, Jesse Silva of Kings River Packing discussed the increasing use of netting in…
Citrus and Specialty Crop Expo 2025 Welcomes California Growers
…ag professionals. The packed trade show floor will offer attendees a unique opportunity to connect with peers, explore innovative technologies, and share insights on pressing issues like pest control, labor…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-23-25
…a proposed new fee structure. The plan includes a sliding scale for pumping fees that many small farmers say still disproportionately burdens them—especially as costs for labor, fertilizer, and regulatory…
Before Tractors: The Thresher That Changed Farming
…Massey-Harris released its first tractors. By then, the thresher had already laid the groundwork for mechanized farming across the continent. “The thresher reduced labor, sped up harvests, and paved the…
California’s Meat Industry Faces Historic Supply Crunch
…and labor, are forcing businesses to find internal efficiencies without fully passing those costs to consumers. The Fresno Tri-Tip Legacy Hill is also credited as one of the first to…
“My Job Depends on AG”: California’s Farming Backbone
…Depends on AG.” It’s a proud reminder that behind every harvest is a job, a family, and a future. The Road Ahead With increasing pressure from water regulations, labor shortages,…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-16-25
…across the country: labor shortages, rising fuel costs, and citrus market dynamics. Hosted by Nick “The Ag Meter” Papagni and Josh McGill, this episode is packed with insights every grower,…
Trump: “We Can’t Do That to Our Farmers” – Call for Action on Ag Farm Labor
…labor. Workers are often hired through labor contractors who manage everything from transportation to paperwork, ensuring legal employment and fair pay. These workers move from farm to farm or return…
Jesse Silva Discusses California Citrus, Global Trade, Future of Farming
…due in part to limited imported supply and shifting quality from D1 (Central Valley) to D2 (Coastal) fruit. Though Chilean imports are subject to a 10% tariff, the actual cost…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-13-25
Today on AgNet News Hour: Pork Policy, Labor Pressure, Solar Land Fights, and Father’s Day in the Fields As we roll into Father’s Day weekend, the AgNet News Hour brings…
From Cross-Check Rows to Modern Planting: Corn Planting
…corn planting was a labor-intensive, hands-on process. Early American farmers used a method known as cross-check planting, where hills of corn were planted in evenly spaced rows running north-south and…
Blue Diamond Growers to Close Iconic Sacramento Plant
…been at the heart of the cooperative’s operations since its founding 115 years ago. The transition will unfortunately come at a steep human cost—around 600 employees will be laid off,…
California Table Grape Season Kicks Off Strong: Ian LeMay Shares Optimism for 2025-26
…exports accounting for roughly 30% of production. Key markets like Canada and Mexico remain tariff-free, which LeMay says is critical for maintaining export strength. Challenges on the horizon? Labor remains…