California

Drones, Sharpshooter Precision, and Almond Bloom Protection: Technology Takes Over AgNet News Hour

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…manufacturers to grow quickly and compete at scale. Erickson explained that drone applications can generate strong return on investment depending on the crop and use case, with research showing drones…

Harriet Strong

Harriet Strong: Visionary Behind Hoover Dam and Water Conservation

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…transform agriculture and regional development. Her research highlighted the urgent need for systematic approaches to capturing and conserving water for multiple uses. Advocating Conservation and Innovation Strong went beyond analysis…

California

Brooke Rollins in California, Potter Valley Dams, and Propane Tech: A Big Day for AgNet News Hour

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…of the Propane Education & Research Council. Newland explained how propane is becoming a stronger option for agriculture—especially as power grid strain increases nationwide. He discussed propane applications ranging from…

California

AgNet News Hour: Policy, Innovation & the Future of Agriculture

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…the future of agriculture firsthand. Propane Innovation & Farm Energy Solutions The final segment features AgNet Media’s Dale Sandlin in conversation with the Propane Education Research Council. The interview explores…

George Zhuang

George Zhuang on Raisins, Innovation, and Fresno Grapes

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…County: Wine, Raisins, and Research Fresno County is unique in producing wine grapes, table grapes, and raisin grapes. Zhuang’s primary focus is wine and raisin production, where he works directly…

Food Dyes

Food Dyes, Kids, and Behavior: One Family’s Story

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…clear something was off. Determined to understand what was happening, Krier began researching behavioral conditions and unexpectedly came across the Feingold Association. The organization is based on research from Dr….

California

Food Dyes, Fraud, and the Future of Agriculture in 2026

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…food dyes, flavors, and certain preservatives were removed from his diet. The improvement was immediate and unmistakable, reinforcing research that links synthetic dyes—many petroleum-based—to behavioral issues in children. Krier emphasized…

irrigation

California Water Solutions: Inside Turlock Irrigation District

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…River, he argues that every river in California is different and must be managed using river-specific science rather than one-size-fits-all rules. TID has invested heavily in research, monitoring, and adaptive…

California

AgNet News Hour Podcast Recap: Agriculture Policy, Rodeo Ambassadors, and Holiday Cheer

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…of farmers and ranchers who continue to adapt and innovate. Listeners also hear positive news from the industry, including strong commodity marketing efforts and research-driven promotion—most notably new attention on…

California

AgNet News Hour: Policy Shifts, Market Pressures, and the Future of California Almonds

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…California Annual Meeting, including remarks from President and CEO Clarice Turner, who outlines global demand trends, sustainability leadership, AI-driven research, and new value-added uses for almonds, hulls, and shells. From…

Todd Burkdoll

Todd Burkdoll of Valent USA on Coverage, Technology, and the Future of California Agriculture

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…shaped by farming, research, and real-world application. In a recent conversation on the AgNet News Hour, Burkdoll sat down with host Nick Papagni to discuss everything from spray coverage and…