…Sales at Kings River Packing. Silva shares the latest on California’s citrus industry—from lemon market shifts and export challenges to thrip pressures, netting strategies, and what consumers can expect in…
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…
Addressing Wolf-Livestock Conflicts: California’s Innovative Approach
…and wildlife. While challenges remain, the blend of advanced technology and local expertise holds the potential to foster a sustainable future for both agriculture and wildlife in California. For more…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 06-11-25
…Daniel Jackson from Family Tree Farms, a third-generation farmer from Kingsburg. Daniel talks about the journey from small family plots to international blueberry success—and the challenges of tree fruit farming…
California Table Grape Season Begins with Optimism and Strong Quality
…2025 crop not only reflects strong agricultural stewardship but also reinforces California’s reputation as a leader in global fruit production. Looking Ahead While challenges remain, including environmental and regulatory pressures…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-09-25
Happy Monday, growers, ranchers, and ag industry partners! If you’re searching for insights that will help you navigate challenges in the field and beyond, tune in to today’s AgNet News…
Generations of Growth: Daniel Jackson on Family Tree Farms’ Roots, Innovation, Future
…the business means navigating complex tariff landscapes. While tariffs pose challenges, Daniel sees diversification as key. Trade policy with China and Peru has impacted certain markets, but opportunities elsewhere —…
California Ag at a Crossroads: Rich Kreps Talks Water, Pistachios, and Policy Reform
…Nick Papagni, the Ag Meter for AgNetWest. California Ag at a Crossroads: Rich Kreps Talks Water, Pistachios, and Policy Reform Speaking from Madera, CA, Kreps addressed the dire water challenges…
California Table Grape Season Kicks Off Strong: Ian LeMay Shares Optimism for 2025-26
…expectations, challenges, and why 2025–26 could be a standout year. The 2025 California table grape season is officially underway, and it’s shaping up to be one to remember. In a…
Stuart Woolf: “Farmers Are the Greatest Environmentalists We Have”
…virtue, they’re a necessity for survival. “You don’t stay in business if you keep making mistakes like that.” Despite mounting challenges in recent years — from drought to regulation —…
California Freight Crisis Pushing Trucking to the Brink
…Freight rates are plummeting, with brokers taking advantage of load boards to drive prices down. While one might assume trucking costs would rise with inflation and operational challenges, the opposite…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-06-25
…wheat, barley, maize, and rice crops, and it underscores the need for ongoing vigilance in agricultural biosecurity. Turning to local challenges, we revisit the persistent issue of raw sewage flowing…
Facing California’s Challenges with Smart Irrigation and Agri-Intelligence
Facing California’s Challenges with Smart Irrigation and Agri-Intelligence Nick Papagni, “the Ag Meter”, has a discussion with Nick Anderson from Helena Agri-Enterprises about the mounting challenges farmers face in California…
Stuart Woolf on California Ag Policy: “We’re Driving Farmers Out”
In a candid conversation with AgNet West, Stuart Woolf, President of Woolf Farming and Processing, offered a sobering perspective on the challenges facing California agriculture. When asked if farming is…