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AgNet News Hour: Regenerative Ag & Dairy Insights for 2026

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…nutrition, and sustainability. We also sit down with Amy DeLisio, CEO of the Dairy Council of California, to discuss the health benefits of milk and dairy foods. Discover why whole…

California

AgNet News Hour Podcast Recap: Agriculture Policy, Rodeo Ambassadors, and Holiday Cheer

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…the health benefits of prunes, a crop deeply rooted in California agriculture. The segment reinforces how science, branding, and storytelling continue to play a vital role in connecting consumers to…

Alexandra Duarte

Alexandra Duarte Talks Water, Agriculture, and Rural California in State Senate District 4 Race

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…Duarte says one issue comes up repeatedly, regardless of profession or location: the rising cost of living driven by state policy. Conversations with sheriffs, educators, healthcare workers, and farmers all…

Elaine Culotti

Elaine Culotti: Why California’s Farmers, Cities, and Future Are at a Breaking Point

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…economic health. A farmer in Fallbrook, real estate developer, interior designer, and Undercover Billionaire alum, Culotti has become one of the most outspoken voices on California’s rural and economic challenges….

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California Agriculture & High-Speed Rail: Elaine Culotti on AgNet News Hour

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…modern farming equipment. Improve post-harvest soil health using humates to conserve water and nutrients. Protect crops with fungicides like Marivon to ensure resilience against frost and disease. Address labor shortages…

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Navigating Agriculture’s Crossroads: Insights from Nick Foglio

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…continued pressure on hay pricing going into winter. Wine Market Shifts Alcohol consumption continues to decline, particularly among older drinkers and younger consumers who are increasingly health-focused or shifting toward…

John Deere

John Deere on Organic Farming, Automation & the Future of Agriculture

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…operational efficiency. The evolution of John Deere’s technology stack—from machine connectivity to agronomic data collection—enables growers to monitor tractor health, benchmark performance, and improve farm management through software advancements. Organic…

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California Agriculture: Water, Crop Markets & 2025 Outlook

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…explained how growers are improving water use through advanced monitoring, satellite data, and soil-health strategies. He highlighted SGMA-driven land changes and stressed that California farming is not declining — it’s…

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Inside Today’s Wine Market: A Deep-Dive Conversation with Veteran Winemaker Nick Karavidas

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…face multiple barriers: Health consciousness Rising interest in organic lifestyles Competition from cannabis & ready-to-drink beverages Too many choices and little guidance High prices Intimidating wine environments “You walk into…

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Regulations, Water Challenges, and the 2026 Outlook: Roger Isom on the AgNet News Hour

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…Advocacy, voter engagement, and unified industry action are critical to protecting California agriculture. Wine Industry Insights Younger generations are drinking less wine due to cost, health, lifestyle, and cannabis alternatives….