…climate hurdles — they’re also grappling with increasing political and regulatory pressures. But that hasn’t stopped them from getting creative, especially when it comes to water use. Anderson highlights the…
California Farmers Gain Water Access
…of California’s key precipitation season, we now have greater certainty about water availability for the remainder of the water year,” said Acting Regional Director Adam Nickels. “This allows us to…
California Freight Crisis Hits Farmers and Truckers Hard: A Conversation with Nick Foglio
…In addition to freight, farmers face other burdens—chief among them, the ongoing water crisis and increased land regulation. “California is at a breaking point,” Foglio warned. “Water. Freight. Land. It’s…
Honoring Agricultural Roots: Nick Anderson Reflects on Valley Farming Legacy
…San Joaquin Valley and the pioneers—those who led the water movement and built the big farming families of the West Side—you’re missing a huge part of what makes this region…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 06-05-25
…neither are we. You’ll hear how Stuart is exploring innovative solutions like agave to weather California’s tough water situation. Listen in now! Click below to hear the full episode and…
Steve Hilton Talks Turning California Around in Ag-Focused Interview
…explained. “Kicking out the ideologues at agencies like CARB, the Pesticide Control Board, and the State Water Resources Agency—that alone would make a huge difference.” He believes that with strong…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 06-04-25
…offer a refreshing perspective. From water and freight challenges to the future of farming, Anderson’s insights remind us how much we owe to the generations who paved the way —…
Stuart Woolf on California Water Crisis: “A Losing Proposition” for Agriculture
…battle for water security. Stuart Wolf on California Water Crisis: “A Losing Proposition” for Agriculture A Career Defined by a Constant Fight for Water “I can’t remember a day where…
CDFA Urges Growers to Renew Irrigation and Nitrogen Management Certification
…(IMP) coursework, focused on sustainable irrigation and nitrogen practices. These educational courses offer critical guidance on optimizing water and nutrient use—an essential step in boosting productivity while safeguarding the environment….
Tomatoes to Tequila: Stuart Woolf’s Agave Revolution in California
…is unreliable. And the regulatory environment just keeps getting tougher.” 💧 The Water Crisis That Won’t Quit Woolf doesn’t mince words about California’s water policy. “We’ve been fighting this battle…
California Ag Under Pressure: Innovation, Legacy, and the Voice of Nick Anderson
…than 50% of the nation’s food. Yet, access to water and available acreage is shrinking. “Growers can’t plant the way they used to. They’ve got to shift water from one…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-03-25
…Change with Steve Hilton In a compelling interview, gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton lays out his vision for turning California around — from water allocation woes to stifling labor regulations. Hear…
California’s Ag Challenges: Nick Anderson Talks Cost and Compliance
…also compounds these issues. “California produces over 50 percent of the nation’s food,” Anderson states. Yet water scarcity and reduced acreage due to irrigation challenges are limiting growers’ abilities to…
Western Mountain Snowpack Experiencing Accelerated Melting
…May, raises concerns about water availability. Snowpack serves as a natural reservoir, gradually releasing water throughout the warmer months to sustain rivers and reservoirs. However, premature melting could disrupt this…