…A Crisis in the Making or a Wake-Up Call? Jacobsen pointed to the Central Valley’s unique combination of natural resources—fertile soil, abundant sunshine, and access to water—paired with hardworking people,…
California Farmland or Solar Fields? Ag Secretary Pushes Back
…farmers doing their thing and they need water,” Papagni stressed. “Solar panels are fantastic and save money, but not on beautiful ag soil.” The push to keep solar infrastructure off…
Almond Board Launches First-Ever Production Research Summit
…crops have improved soil health and water infiltration,” he noted. “Whole orchard recycling has enhanced yields and soil carbon sequestration. And rootstock trials have boosted grower returns by as much…
Mangoes May Boost Heart Health in Postmenopausal Women
…health benefits for postmenopausal women. Researchers from the University of California, Davis found that consuming about two servings—or one and a half cups—of mango daily over a two-week period led…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 06-11-25
…serious health alert: Valley Fever cases are rising across the Central Valley. Some are blaming climate change, but our hosts say the real culprit is a lack of water. Tune…
Wine Grape Growers Asked to Vote on Extension of Pierce’s Disease Program
…from destructive pests and diseases. The assessment—set at $1.25 per $1,000 of crop value based on the previous three years—funds essential research focused on vineyard health and sustainability. To pass,…
Pistachios Surge in Global Popularity as Market Outlook Strengthens
…is especially valuable to individuals following vegetarian or plant-based diets. This nutritional benefit is helping fuel demand from health-conscious consumers seeking high-quality, plant-derived protein options, giving pistachios a competitive edge…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-09-25
…of gut health in fresh cows. Learn how focusing on gut health during lactation’s early days sets the stage for long-term productivity and herd health. For dairy producers, this is…
Honeybee Health Program Moves Through California Assembly
…pollinator health. It will also provide grants to tribes, schools, non-profits, and local groups to advance bee health research. In addition, it funds hands-on projects that train beekeepers and demonstrate…
Generations of Growth: Daniel Jackson on Family Tree Farms’ Roots, Innovation, Future
A Valley Legacy Rooted in Grit For Daniel Jackson of Family Tree Farms, farming isn’t just a business — it’s a family legacy dating back to the Great Depression. His…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-06-25
…from Tijuana into Southern California. It’s an environmental crisis impacting everything from farming and fishing to public health. We’re calling on California officials to find real solutions. But today’s show…
California Farmers Gain Water Access
…rise to 80%, up from 75%, based on either historical use or public health and safety needs—whichever is greater. Clarity on Water Conditions Enables Responsive Allocation Adjustments “With the close…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 06-05-25
…new directors and learn how you can get involved in shaping the future of California’s almond industry. Taylor Hillman shares why your voice—and your ideas—matter more than ever. Honeybee Health…
Stuart Woolf on California Water Crisis: “A Losing Proposition” for Agriculture
…particularly the diversion of water for environmental purposes. He noted that while these efforts aimed to support ecological health, they have not yielded the intended environmental benefits. Instead, the burden…