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Potter Valley Water Fight Intensifies: Todd Lands Warns “This Could Happen Anywhere in California”

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The January 23 edition of the AgNet News Hour delivered one of the most emotional and urgent interviews of the year as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill zeroed in …

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California Pears vs. Argentina Imports: Chris Zanobini Sounds the Alarm on a Market Under Pressure

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The January 22 edition of the AgNet News Hour tackled a growing concern many California growers know all too well—foreign competition flooding the market during peak domestic seasons. Hosts Nick …

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Drones, Sharpshooter Precision, and Almond Bloom Protection: Technology Takes Over AgNet News Hour

DanAgNet News Hour, Agri-Business, Almonds, Interview, Podcasts, Special Reports, Technology

The January 21 edition of the AgNet News Hour was a full-on technology showcase as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill explored the fast-changing world of ag automation—from spray drones …

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Damian Mason Says California Ag Is Outnumbered, Out Regulated, and Still Unmatched

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The January 20 edition of the AgNet News Hour tackled one of the biggest questions facing farmers right now: Can California agriculture stay competitive when costs keep rising and regulations …

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California Raisins & Grape Innovation: AgNet News Hour Highlights

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California agriculture continues to evolve as growers adapt to water shortages, rising labor costs, and global competition. On the latest AgNet News Hour, Fresno County Viticulture Advisor George Zhuang shared …

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Food Dyes, Fraud, and the Future of Agriculture in 2026

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The first AgNet News Hour of 2026 opened with a wide-ranging conversation on agriculture, food policy, and accountability, as Nick Papagni, “the Ag Meter”, and Lorrie Boyer set the tone …

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AgNet News Hour Podcast: Water, Policy, and the Future of California Agriculture

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The AgNet News Hour kicks off 2026 with a comprehensive discussion on the most critical issue facing California agriculture: water. Hosts Nick Papagni, “the Ag Meter”, and Lorrie Boyer examine …

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AgNet News Hour: California Agriculture, Wine Industry Insights & Trade Talks for 2026

DanAgNet News Hour, Agri-Business, Economy, Exports/Imports, Grapes, Interview, Legislative, Podcasts, Regulation, Special Reports, Tariffs, Trade, U.S-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement (USMCA), Wine

In this episode of the AgNet News Hour, Nick Papagni, “the Ag Meter”, and Lorrie Boyer explore a wide array of topics that matter to California agriculture and beyond, from …

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AgNet News Hour: California Agriculture, Wine Industry Insights & Trade Talks for 2026

DanAgNet News Hour, Agri-Business, Economy, Exports/Imports, Grapes, Interview, Legislative, Podcasts, Regulation, Special Reports, Tariffs, Trade, U.S-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement (USMCA), Wine

In this episode of the AgNet News Hour, Nick Papagni, “the Ag Meter”, and Lorrie Boyer explore a wide array of topics that matter to California agriculture and beyond, from …

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FFA: Building the Next Generation of California Agriculture Leaders

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California agriculture is facing growing challenges—from extreme weather and trade pressures to regulatory shifts—but the future of farming depends on the next generation. On this episode of the AgNet News …

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AgNet News Hour: Regenerative Ag & Dairy Insights for 2026

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Join the AgNet News Hour for expert insights into the latest in U.S. agriculture. In this episode, we cover USDA’s Farmer-First Regenerative Agriculture Pilot Program, which rewards farmers for improving …

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AI, Robotics, and Innovation in California Agriculture – AgNet News Hour Christmas Special

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Celebrate Christmas with the AgNet News Hour as host Nick Papagni, the “Ag Meter”, talks with industry leaders transforming California agriculture. Gabe Sibley of Verdant Robotics reveals how their AI-powered …

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AgNet News Hour: Farming, Freight & Market Reality

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On this Christmas Eve “Best Of” episode of the AgNet News Hour, host Nick Papagni, the “Ag Meter”. sits down with Nick Foglio of Foglio Commodities for a candid, wide-ranging …

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AgNet News Hour Podcast Recap: Agriculture Policy, Rodeo Ambassadors, and Holiday Cheer

DanAgNet News Hour, Agri-Business, Event, Interview, Legislative, Podcasts, Regulation, Special Reports

The latest episode of the AgNet News Hour from AgNet West delivers a compelling blend of hard-hitting agricultural policy, real-world producer concerns, inspiring personal stories, and just the right amount …