…growers in California. The Legacy of Oberti Olives For decades, the Oberti family was synonymous with olives in the Central Valley. Starting in the 1930s, the Oberti brand became a…
California Agriculture: Fires, Wolves & Farm Labor Reform
…Farm Labor: Hard Work Few Will Do Papagni stressed that farm labor is not unskilled work, pointing to strawberry, lettuce, melon, and table grape harvesting as examples requiring years of…
Rachel Nettleton Leads Kern County Farm Bureau
…the nation and the world. From table grapes lining Highway 99 to diverse commodities across the valley, agriculture is the backbone of Kern’s economy and identity. The Role of the…
California Farmers Under Pressure: Andrew Genasci Calls for Advocacy and Common-Sense Policy
…“If we’re not at the table in Sacramento and D.C., someone else is. Whether it’s environmental groups or labor groups, they’re telling their story. We need to tell ours.” He…
Dairy, Family, and Football: Joseph Bakker’s Life in the Central Valley
…milk, ice cream, cheese, and pizza. If you understand what it takes to get those products to your table, I hope you’ll appreciate and support us more.” Sponsored Content CIR…
Fighting for California Agriculture: Rich Kreps
…environment, California risks losing production permanently. The conversation also tackled labor and workforce challenges, particularly immigration reform. Kreps underscored the need for a legal, stable labor supply, arguing that lawmakers…
Madera County Water Challenges Explained by Matt Angell
…yields increase profitability, they also dramatically raise water demand. As Angell puts it: “More crop, more water.” Declining Water Tables and Disconnected Responses Living within the Madera Irrigation District, Angell…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 07-25-25
…innovator, farmer, and former congressman, Duarte brings unmatched insight and experience to the table. He joined Nick Papagni and Josh McGill for a candid, in-depth discussion about the future of…
U.S.–Japan Trade Deal Boosts Agricultural Exports and Investment
…deal marks a notable development in U.S.–Japan economic relations, reinforcing cooperation and expanding export opportunities for American farmers. Japan’s Reliance on U.S. Agricultural Imports Japan is heavily reliant on imported…
Coachella and San Joaquin Kick Off Table Grape Season
…Joaquin Kick Off Table Grape Season Early Harvest Success in Coachella California’s table grape season traditionally kicks off in the Coachella Valley, where growers benefit from the region’s early harvest…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 07-21-25
Table Grapes Shine This Season and Trade Talks Loom: Insights from the AgNet News Hour This Monday’s AgNet News Hour kicks off with sunshine, good vibes, and a full slate…
Wade Kirschenman on Grapes, Potatoes & Policy
…Wade Kirschenman Kirschenman Enterprises “We’ve got probably 12 different crops that we’re growing right now,” said Wade. That includes red, white, and yellow potatoes, table grapes, watermelons, carrots, cannery tomatoes,…
California Table Grape Season Off to a Strong Start
Ian LeMay Discusses California Table Grape Quality, Trade Challenges, and Global Growth California table grapes are in peak season, and according to Ian LeMay, President and CEO of the California…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 07-18-25
…is with Wayde Kirschenman of Kirschenman Enterprises, a family farm that’s been operating since 1937. From red, white, and yellow potatoes to table grapes and watermelons, Wayde and his family…


















