CEO Ryan Jacobsen on the Bureau’s Role in a Changing Regulatory Landscape Nick Papagni, also known as “The Ag Meter”, sat down with Ryan Jacobsen, CEO of the Fresno County…
Call to Prioritize California Farming Amid Environmental Controversy
…California’s agricultural sector continues to contend with limited water access, regulatory pressure, and competing environmental interests, Kreps emphasized the urgency of change. “We’ve been battling this for 50 years,” he…
USDA Proposal Sparks Concern Among Organic Mushroom Growers
…steadily grown in recent years thanks to increased consumer demand and strong regulatory backing. What Comes Next? As the USDA moves forward with its rulemaking process, stakeholders across the organic…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-23-25
…a proposed new fee structure. The plan includes a sliding scale for pumping fees that many small farmers say still disproportionately burdens them—especially as costs for labor, fertilizer, and regulatory…
California Ag Water Outlook: Hope from Ryan Jacobsen
Fresno Farm Bureau CEO Shares Insight on Long-Term Water Reform In an interview with Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter”, on AgNet West, Ryan Jacobsen, CEO of the Fresno County Farm…
California’s Beef Industry Faces Historic Supply Shortage
…lows in cattle numbers and increasing regulatory burdens. California’s Beef Industry Faces Historic Supply Shortage Cattle Numbers Plunge to Historic Lows According to Hill, the California beef industry is entering…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-20-25
…in animal health and economic stability. Later in the show, the hosts pivot to California’s organic sector. Despite the state’s regulatory goals to increase organic farmland, acreage is trending downward….
California’s Meat Industry Faces Historic Supply Crunch
…of supply issues, California’s regulatory environment adds further strain. Hill weighed in on Proposition 12, which set new standards for pork production. “I don’t think voters understood the full impact,”…
Almond Update: The Power of Participation — A Grower’s Perspective on Almond Board Committees
…skincare, these studies help elevate the crop’s profile worldwide. Mike also praised the Almond Board’s Trade Policy and Regulatory Affairs Committee for its behind-the-scenes work in resolving export challenges —…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 06-18-25
…to discuss everything from regulatory pressure and water supply issues to public perception and the next generation of farm leaders. He emphasizes how vital it is for the ag industry…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-17-25
…From there, the focus shifts back to the states with an in-depth breakdown of the “Big Beautiful Bill”—a sweeping piece of legislation touching everything from SNAP reform and border security…
Ryan Jacobsen: Defending California Agriculture
…a vital voice for the region’s growers, fighting to protect their way of life amid growing political and regulatory challenges. “It’s hard to believe I can still vividly remember my…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-16-25
…need for common-sense reform. Trump’s remarks highlighted the reality many farmers face—relying on experienced laborers who are being pushed out by current immigration enforcement efforts. The hosts reflect on the…
“Big Beautiful Bill” Sparks National Debate with Key Farm Provisions
…debate around the bill continues, industry groups are carefully watching how its components will shape the future of agriculture, rural economies, and national food security. Whether through tax reform or…