…husband is a fourth-generation dairy farmer, knows firsthand the challenges and opportunities facing farmers today. “People farm because it’s the lifestyle they love, but regulatory costs have gone up nearly…
Freight Safety and Dairy Market Pressures: Nick Folio
…counter what they described as California’s regulatory “twilight zone.” The EPA has moved to block the state from imposing trucking rules on out-of-state carriers, while the USDA has announced efficiency…
Stanislaus Farm Bureau Leads in Advocacy and Education: Anna Genasci
…But challenges remain. Rising regulatory costs, water restrictions, labor issues, and international competition are straining local growers. Genasci pointed out that in Stanislaus County alone, one in eight jobs is tied…
California Farmers Under Pressure: Andrew Genasci Calls for Advocacy and Common-Sense Policy
…the AgNet News Hour, Genasci shared how his background as a fourth-generation dairyman gives him perspective when representing farmers on the front lines of political and regulatory battles. “I know…
Farm Labor and Market Shifts: Today’s AgNet News Hour Highlights
…a reliable workforce during peak harvest. Rising costs, regulatory hurdles, and a lack of seasonal workers are compounding the challenge, with some operations being forced to make tough decisions about…
Roger Isom on California Farming Challenges in 2025
…While farmers are cautious about celebrating too early, signs point to strong yields across many commodities. The Heavy Hand of Regulation Isom highlighted how California’s regulatory environment has made farming…
California Ag at a Crossroads: Syngenta’s Dale Nicol
…to protect local industries. Regulatory Pressures and Political Climate One of the central themes of the interview was the mounting regulatory burden on California farmers. From pesticide restrictions to environmental…
Fires to Food Security: Elaine Collotti Outlines Bold Plan for California Agriculture
…immigration reform—protecting long-time workers, creating legal pathways for seasonal farm labor, and deporting criminal offenders. She also proposed a domestic work sponsorship program, allowing wealthy households to legally sponsor employees…
Fighting for California Agriculture: Rich Kreps
…State, from water and labor to policy reform and the future of farming. Kreps, a longtime advocate for California farmers, stressed that agriculture is at a critical juncture. He pointed…
Madera County Water Challenges Explained by Matt Angell
…other industries pool resources for lobbying, farmers often remain independent and hesitant to invest in advocacy, despite their sector’s critical role in the economy and food supply. Increasing regulatory burdens…
Freight, Labor, and Water: Roger Isom Unpacks the Big Challenges
…help turn things around. As Isom explains, labor and immigration reform are long overdue. For decades, leaders from both parties have failed to create a path forward. But Isom is…
California’s Half-Billion Dollar Rodent Crisis: A Looming Threat to Tree Nut Growers
…systems, gnawing on tree bark, and wreaking havoc on infrastructure across almond and pistachio orchards. And with regulatory restrictions on traditional rodenticides in California, farmers are left scrambling for alternatives,…
Trucking in Crisis: Mark Wood Sounds the Alarm on California Freight
…of what it takes to stay afloat in California’s regulatory environment. His message is clear: let us do business. He stresses the importance of common sense leadership and the need…
Almond Board Reports Global Trade Progress
…Government of Pakistan reclassified almonds from a luxury item to an essential good, effectively halving tariffs and fees to improve market access. Key changes include: Regulatory duty cut from 20%…