…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
…The episode dives into key industry issues, including rising production costs, the challenge of maintaining quality amid market competition, and the critical role of ag consultants in managing pest resistance…
CDFA Expands Quarantine to Contain Pest Outbreak in Orange County
…contain a growing agricultural pest outbreak in Orange County by expanding existing quarantine boundaries. This move is part of a broader strategy to protect California crops and prevent the further…
USDA Proposal Sparks Concern Among Organic Mushroom Growers
…supply chain are expected to submit formal comments urging the agency to reconsider. The outcome could significantly shape the future of how organic mushrooms—and potentially other organic specialty crops—are regulated…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-23-25
…slow-cooked flavor and rising popularity in California. Listeners are encouraged to share their favorite brisket joints with Nick at nick@agnetmedia.com. If you’ve got a go-to spot, the Ag Meter wants…
How One Sticker United California Agriculture
…one simple truth: agriculture touches everyone. Exporting California’s Message—and Its Crops As California agriculture feeds not only the nation but the world, the visual of the green “My Job Depends…
King’s River Packing Tackles Citrus Challenges
…discussed the risk involved in adopting new citrus varieties. “You haven’t planted it; you haven’t grown it in California — and what is that going to be?” These permanent crops…
California’s Meat Industry Faces Historic Supply Crunch
Darren Hill of JD Food Discusses Beef Shortages, Rising Costs, and the Future of Meat in California In a candid conversation with “The Ag Meter,” Darren Hill, sales manager at…
Spring Rainfall Bring Thrip Challenges to California Citrus Growers
…the timing of the rain coincided with a sensitive period in citrus production—the fruit set. “The trees are setting next year’s crops,” Silva explained. “We’ve already gone through the bloom…
California Citrus Shines: Jesse Silva Highlights Quality, Demand, and Imports
…grow really clean fruit. We grow really good tasting fruit,” Silva noted. Currently, Kings River Packing is harvesting its domestic Valencia crops—known as a key variety for juice production. While…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-16-25
…across the country: labor shortages, rising fuel costs, and citrus market dynamics. Hosted by Nick “The Ag Meter” Papagni and Josh McGill, this episode is packed with insights every grower,…
California Farmland or Solar Fields? Ag Secretary Pushes Back
…Debate Tensions are rising in California as Democrats in Sacramento advance Assembly Bill 1156. The bill aims to simplify the conversion of Central Valley farmland into solar production sites, particularly…
Jesse Silva Discusses California Citrus, Global Trade, Future of Farming
…Marketing Challenges and Innovation Ahead Silva highlights the dual challenge of responding to short-term market needs while making long-term investments in new citrus varieties. With permanent crops, the stakes are…
California Avocado Month Launches with Strong Supply and Soaring Demand
June marks the beginning of California Avocado Month—a celebration of one of the state’s most iconic and in-demand crops. Backed by a powerful marketing campaign led by the California Avocado…