…required Optimizing load capacities Lowering fuel and labor costs The proposed adjustment is designed to benefit the movement of dry bulk agricultural commodities such as grain, fertilizer, and other key…
California Farm Leaders Urge Rethink of Immigration Enforcement
…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…
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
Labor, Fuel, and Citrus in the Spotlight on Today’s AgNet News Hour Today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour zeroes in on the core issues shaping agriculture in California and…
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
…mandarins remain a key focus, prompting the use of nets to prevent bee pollination and seed development. Though expensive and labor-intensive, netting helps ensure market-ready, seedless fruit—especially for early varieties…
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…
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…
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…