…farming experience to her role. Her work now centers on supporting farmers through some of the biggest challenges facing agriculture today, ranging from land access and succession planning to long-term…
Seeds of Survival: How Irrigation Shaped Early Colorado Agriculture
…inhospitable to farming. Settlers entering the area faced dry conditions, unpredictable weather, and a landscape that earned the nickname “The Great American Desert.” Despite these challenges, early pioneers were determined…
California Water Crisis: Can It Be Fixed?
…water allocations to rising costs and regulatory pressure, this interview delivers a raw, honest look at the challenges—and opportunities—ahead. Cederquist works directly with growers across the Central Valley, helping them…
California Water Challenges Take Center Stage as Experts Call for Urgent Action
The AgNet News Hour highlighted growing concerns over California’s ongoing water challenges, as water management expert Lindsay Cederquist outlined the real-world impact of limited allocations, regulatory pressure, and the need…
Dignity Act and Labor Reform Take Center Stage in AgNet News Hour Interview
…workforce heading into the 2026 growing season. Cunha highlighted the proposed Dignity Act as a major step toward addressing long-standing labor challenges across agriculture and other industries. The legislation aims…
Colorado Irrigation: How Greeley Transformed Western Agriculture
…model for other regions facing similar environmental challenges. Federal Reclamation Projects Expand Opportunity As demand for water increased, irrigation efforts grew in scale and complexity. This led to the development…
Cesar Chavez Controversy & Immigration Reform Shake Agriculture
…is advocating for the Dignity Act, a proposal designed to address workforce challenges across multiple industries. Key elements include: 7-year renewable work authorization for undocumented workers Protections from deportation Pathways…
Manuel Cunha Discusses Cesar Chavez Controversy and Labor Challenges Facing California Agriculture
…has been portrayed, often overlooking the challenges faced by growers while elevating union leadership without full scrutiny. The conversation also explored the rapid fallout from the allegations, including the removal…
Todd Burkdoll Highlights Tools for Ants, Plant Bugs, and Weed Control
California growers face a wide range of pest and weed challenges each season, and having the right tools in place can make a significant difference in protecting yield and crop…
California Cattle Industry Faces Predator and Policy Challenges; Katie Roberti Continues Conversation on Wolves and Ranching
The March 26 edition of the AgNet News Hour continued an in-depth conversation with Katie Roberti, Director of Communications for the California Cattlemen’s Association, diving deeper into the growing challenges…
California Cattle Under Pressure: Katie Roberti Speaks Out
…Katie Roberti, Director of Communications for the California Cattlemen’s Association, to discuss everything from ranch life and rising challenges to the future of beef in California. This is a conversation…
California Cattle Industry Faces Growing Pressure; Katie Roberti Discusses Wolves, Water, and Policy Challenges
The March 25 edition of the AgNet News Hour featured a wide-ranging and insightful conversation with Katie Roberti, Director of Communications for the California Cattlemen’s Association, highlighting the growing challenges…
From Failed Crops to the Wheat State: Early Kansas Agriculture
…early Kansas agriculture illustrates the challenges settlers faced when adapting farming practices to new environments. Early failures with crops like corn, cotton, and tobacco showed that traditional methods did not…
Wine Industry at a Crossroads: Crisis, Comeback & What’s Next
…as a “perfect storm” of economic, cultural, and global forces. A Perfect Storm Hits Wine During the interview with “the Ag Meter”, Papagni, Karavidas explains that the challenges facing wine…