…linked California’s high gas prices and poor infrastructure to policy failures. He proposed several major changes: Expanding California oil and gas production Increasing use of natural gas for electricity Cutting…
Chad Bianco on California Agriculture: “Common Sense Can Fix What’s Broken”
…touched on economic challenges in Kern County, particularly in areas like Taft where oil production has declined. Bianco outlined an ambitious vision: transforming Kern County into “the next Silicon Valley…
California Governor Debate Highlights Sharp Divide on Energy, Water, and Farm Regulations
…costs and ongoing challenges facing California agriculture. Energy costs emerged as a major concern, with candidates offering competing solutions. Some pushed for expanded domestic oil and gas production and reducing…
Birth of the National Western Stock Show: A Legacy That Shaped American Agriculture
In the early 20th century, as the American West solidified its identity as the backbone of livestock production, a bold vision emerged—one that would unite ranchers, breeders, and agricultural leaders…
Cattle on Feed Report Shows Strong Supply Heading into Grilling Season
…peak grilling months. For producers, however, longer feeding periods could influence feed costs and margins moving forward. The data also reflects broader trends in cattle production, where efficiency and timing…
Pistachio Market Outlook Brightens as Global Tensions Shift Supply Dynamics
…be ahead. Kreps noted that newer pistachio varieties like Golden Hills are helping stabilize production by reducing the dramatic swings of alternate bearing. “They don’t show as big of an…
California Farming, Water & Pistachios: Inside The Ag Meter Interview
…a fraction—sometimes as low as 20%. That means growers are operating with 80% less water than they’ve contracted for, severely limiting production. Kreps believes the solution is clear: Expand water…
Walnut Orchards to Washington: Jenny Moffitt’s Mission to Save American Farming
…depends on what happens right now. A Fifth-Generation Farm Rooted in Resilience Moffitt grew up in Winters, California, on her family’s organic walnut farm—land that represents over a century of…
Farmland Protection and Farm Transition Take Focus in AgNet News Hour Interview
…the critical need to keep farmers on the land and ensure the future of agriculture. Moffitt, who grew up farming organic walnuts in Northern California, brings both policy and real-world…
California Water Crisis: Can It Be Fixed?
…The Ag Meter with Nick Papagni—be sure to listen to the complete interview. 👉 If you care about the future of farming, water policy, and food production in California, this…
California Water Challenges Take Center Stage as Experts Call for Urgent Action
…side remain critically low. While growers recently saw a bump to 20 percent, Cederquist emphasized that it still falls far short of what’s needed to sustain production. “It’s sad that…
Early Agricultural Experiments in Kansas: A Government-Led Effort
…recognized that westward expansion would depend not only on settlement but also on the successful cultivation of the land. Agriculture would be the foundation for economic growth, food production, and…
Dignity Act and Labor Reform Take Center Stage in AgNet News Hour Interview
…including regulatory pressure, high costs, and water limitations—particularly in California, where reduced water allocations have impacted production and workforce dynamics. Interestingly, Cunha noted that current labor availability appears relatively stable…
Manuel Cunha Discusses Cesar Chavez Controversy and Labor Challenges Facing California Agriculture
…agriculture being treated as a priority issue rather than a political one. As discussed on the show, food production impacts every American, and policies affecting farmers and ranchers have far-reaching…