…covers some of the biggest topics facing agriculture right now—from labor reform to market outlooks for California’s leading commodities. The episode opens with a discussion of a major development from…
Cunha: Immigration Failure Hurts America’s Farmworkers
Nisei Farmers League President Calls for Real Guest Worker Reform Longtime Workers Still Face Deportation In a powerful interview with Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter”, Manuel Cunha, president of the…
Manuel Cunha: Work Permits Key for Ag Workforce
…a wide range of pressing issues in California agriculture, including farm labor policy, regulatory challenges, and the importance of reforming immigration systems to reflect economic realities. Listen to the full…
CDFA Promotes Water Rule Compliance for California Tree Nut Growers
…on-farm food safety and regulatory readiness. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt Ramsey November 4, 2025 CIR Agriculture Harvester Products November…
Advocating for Growers and Farmworkers in California Ag
…about how the organization is helping California growers navigate a complicated labor and regulatory landscape. Manuel Cunha Advocates for Growers Through Nisei Farmers League Support Programs “The immigration labor issue…
Fixing Farm Labor: Manuel Cunha Calls for Urgent Immigration Reform
Nisei Farmers League President Urges Immediate Action on Immigration as Harvest Pressures Mount Fixing Farm Labor: Manuel Cunha Calls for Urgent Immigration Reform Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter”, for AgNet…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-27-25
AgNet News Hour: Immigration Reform, Border Concerns, and a Call to Protect California Farm Labor In today’s AgNet News Hour, hosts Nick “The Ag Meter” Papagni and Josh McGill bring…
Cunha on Immigration, Labor, Regulatory Reform
…issues impacting California’s agricultural landscape. From immigration reform to labor enforcement, Cunha offers practical insight from the front lines of advocacy. Cunha on Immigration, Labor, Regulatory Reform 1. Overview of…
California Moves Toward Tighter 1,3-D Pesticide Regulations
…in collaboration with the Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA), has released proposed regulatory modifications to restrict the use of 1,3-D. These steps follow a 45-day public comment period…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 06-26-25
…the struggling wine grape market and the urgency for coordinated marketing, tariff reform, and consumer engagement. “It is a difficult time when most segments of the business are struggling.” –…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 06-25-25
…regulatory roadblocks that have made water access a constant battle for growers. The conversation also highlights Joel’s new venture into silage corn for Producers Dairy, and why he’s moved away…
Daniel Jackson Highlights East vs. West Side Water Struggles
…out there. Whereas… on the east side, they’re changing the rules all the time.” He warned that this regulatory uncertainty is creating anxiety for east side farmers, especially those in…
California Farm Leaders Urge Rethink of Immigration Enforcement
…disrupting the food supply chain, increasing uncertainty for producers already facing tight margins, regulatory pressure, and weather-related challenges. “Immigrant workers are not only essential to harvesting crops—they are central to…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-24-25
…and navigating regulatory complexity. Gary also touches on water challenges, the shift toward generics in ag chemicals, and the need for hands-on experience in a field too often misunderstood by…