…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%…
Agricultural Trade Deal Cuts Tariffs, Boosts Nut Exports
…improving regulatory transparency and market access for U.S. agricultural producers. Though the agreement marks a breakthrough in tariff reduction, it does not fully resolve ongoing disputes in sensitive sectors like…
HELP Act Would Aid Livestock Transporters
…introduced by Congressman Jeff Hurd (R-CO). This legislation aims to reinstate critical transportation exemptions for livestock haulers, reducing regulatory burdens that can compromise animal welfare and supply chain efficiency. Reported…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 07-30-25
…a compelling case for reform. His concept of “hydro regions” based on real data and pump testing is not just theoretical it’s something he’s actively proposing to the state. He…
Food Security Declines Amid Growing Agricultural Trade Deficit
…regulatory reform. The full interview with John Duarte can be heard here. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt Ramsey November 4,…
John Duarte on Water, Immigration, and Fixing California
…Perspective on Immigration Reform As a nursery owner and employer of hundreds, Duarte understands firsthand the need for a legal, reliable agricultural workforce. He supports immigration reform that provides clear…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 07-25-25
…worsening health outcomes due to environmental mismanagement. Duarte didn’t stop at identifying the problems—he offered solutions. He shared his own draft legislation for comprehensive immigration reform and called for scalable…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 07-24-25
…seed selection, irrigation innovation, and California’s fertile growing conditions drive consistent quality and yield, despite the state’s increasing regulatory challenges. Listeners will also learn how 95% of U.S. processing tomatoes…