…scarcity and driving farmers out, emphasizing the need for proactive political involvement. Protecting the Future of California Agriculture Tangipa also called attention to pending legislation that could further threaten farming…
California Ag Battles: Water, Solar, and Farmland Futures
…remain about how best to balance renewable energy with agriculture. AB1156 and the Williamson Act At the heart of the debate is Assembly Bill 1156, legislation that ties into the…
Immigration Reform and Ag Labor: Manuel Cunha on the Dignity Act
…background checks and contribute to agriculture, healthcare, and other sectors. “This legislation recognizes workers who pay taxes, raise families, and strengthen communities,” Cunha says. It also addresses Social Security benefits…
California Agriculture: Fires, Wolves & Farm Labor Reform
…Enhancing Safety for Animals Act of 2025. The legislation would delist the Mexican wolf from the Endangered Species Act, a move supported by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, the Arizona…
The Roots of U.S. Forest Management
…This legislation was a critical milestone in shaping the nation’s conservation policy, ensuring that vast areas of natural forest were protected for future generations. A Lasting Legacy The early decisions…
Central Valley Fight: Tangipa Stands for Farmers
…pushing legislation supported by evidence, only to face opposition that defies logic. One bill he sponsored, aimed at reducing utility rates by 20%, faced resistance from lawmakers despite clear benefits…
California Farmers Struggle with Water, Labor, and Regulations
…Hands-on experience teaches responsibility, public speaking, and the realities of food production, preparing the next generation to support and sustain agriculture. Controversial Legislation and Land Use Recent legislation, such as…
History of Land-Grant Universities in U.S. Agriculture
…legislation that reshaped higher education in the country. This act laid the foundation for what became known as land-grant universities—institutions that received federal land to fund their establishment and operations….
Roger Isom on California Farming Challenges in 2025
…wage mandates make manual labor unsustainable. Immigration Reform and Farm Labor Labor remains one of the most pressing issues in California agriculture. Isom expressed optimism that bipartisan immigration legislation may…
HELP Act Would Aid Livestock Transporters
…introduced by Congressman Jeff Hurd (R-CO). This legislation aims to reinstate critical transportation exemptions for livestock haulers, reducing regulatory burdens that can compromise animal welfare and supply chain efficiency. Reported…
Proposition 12 Drives Up Pork Costs, NPPC Warns
…to Protect Farmers Committee chair G.T. Thompson is advocating for federal legislation that would restrict Prop 12’s scope to apply only within California, protecting out-of-state pork producers from having to…
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…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-22-25
…$7,000 restitution payments. Enhanced border security, mandatory E-Verify, and expedited asylum processing are also baked into the legislation. The episode also featured a wide-ranging conversation with Stephen Paul of Homegrown…
Homegrown Organic: Stephen Paul on Fruit, Figs, Farming Future
…don’t need a lot of water, and with proper care and cold chain handling, you can get a good 21-day shelf life.” Labor, Legislation, and a Call for Balance When…