Russell Taylor of Live Earth How Humates Are Helping Farmers Improve Efficiency in a Changing Regulatory Landscape As soil health, water efficiency, and input costs continue to dominate conversations across…
California Farmers in Focus at Farm Bureau Convention
…one of the most difficult places in the country to farm. Farmers from other states frequently express concern that California’s regulatory policies could spread nationwide. While acknowledging those concerns, Douglas…
Shannon Douglas on California’s Big Five: Water, Labor, Regulations, Wolves, and the Future of Farm Tech
…Anaheim and welcomed Shannon Douglas, President of the California Farm Bureau, for a deep look at the biggest issues facing California agriculture in 2026. From water storage and labor reform…
California Ag Spotlight: Farm Bureau & Almond Updates
…to the biggest challenges facing agriculture today. A key highlight of the episode is Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins’ speech, detailing significant initiatives for U.S. farmers. From H-2A labor reforms projected…
Brooke Rollins in California, Potter Valley Dams, and Propane Tech: A Big Day for AgNet News Hour
…Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and promised updates soon. Rollins also highlighted a long list of federal actions aimed at easing the pressure on farmers nationwide, including changes to labor rules,…
Brooke Rollins Warns California Agriculture Faces an Existential Threat
…the 107th American Farm Bureau Convention in California, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins delivered a forceful message: agriculture in California—and across the nation—faces existential threats driven by regulatory overreach,…
From Sheriff to Supervisor: Margaret Mims’ Vision for Fresno County’s Future
…cotton operations, Mims stresses that policymakers must understand how food actually gets from the field to the grocery store. Immigration, Labor, and Accountability Labor shortages and immigration reform were also…
AgNet News Hour: Health, Water, and California’s Crossroads
…development have limited outdoor activity for kids compared to past generations. While the initiative raises questions for certain sectors, including sugar production, the consensus is that meaningful reform must start…
David Tangipa on Prop 50, High-Speed Rail, and the Fight for California’s Central Valley
…Tangipa expressed support for Steve Hilton in the governor’s race, he stressed that the real power problem lies in Sacramento’s legislative supermajority. Even a reform-minded governor, he said, can have…
AgNet News Hour: Nutrition Policy, Prop 50, and California Agriculture Under Pressure
…increased accountability, while urging farmers and rural communities to become more politically engaged. He stresses that breaking the Democratic supermajority in Sacramento is critical for meaningful reform, particularly on water…
AgNet News Hour: Policy, Innovation & the Future of Agriculture
…and growing attention on agriculture policy. A major theme throughout the episode is farm labor and immigration reform. The hosts stress the urgent need for practical solutions that protect long-term…
AgNet News Hour Podcast: 2025 Ag Review & 2026 Outlook
…Featured interviews with Roger Isom and Steven Pistoresi highlight regulatory crossroads, water infrastructure needs, and innovative pest management solutions shaping the future of farming. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk…
California Wine Looks Ahead After an Exceptional 2025 Harvest
…unique to California—major wine regions around the world are experiencing similar shifts. In response, the Wine Institute has focused on public policy, regulatory advocacy, and expanded marketing and communications. At…
FFA: Building the Next Generation of California Agriculture Leaders
California agriculture is facing growing challenges—from extreme weather and trade pressures to regulatory shifts—but the future of farming depends on the next generation. On this episode of the AgNet News…