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University of California Studies Find Gray Wolves Increasing Stress on California Cattle
New research is providing additional insight into how California gray wolves are affecting livestock operations across the state. A recent report highlighted…
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Kevin Kester on Cattle Markets, Screwworm, Wolves, and California’s Agricultural Future
Fifth-generation California rancher and former National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) President Kevin Kester joined “The Ag Meter“ Nick…
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Kevin Kester Discusses Beef Markets, Land Use and California Policy in Part 2
The conversation with former National Cattlemen’s Beef Association President Kevin Kester continued on today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour, with…
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George Washington Carver Helped Transform Southern Agriculture
How Innovation Revived Farming Across the American South The history of American agriculture is filled with pioneers whose ideas reshaped the future of…
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California Agriculture Coalition Calls for Changes to Senate Bill 54
A broad coalition of agricultural organizations is urging state leaders to reconsider California Senate Bill 54, arguing the packaging law could increase…
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USDA Modernizes Crop Acreage Reporting with New Digital Pilot
A new digital crop acreage reporting pilot is bringing USDA’s reporting process into the modern era, replacing paper maps with digital tools designed to…
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Avocado Rootstock Research Advances Through International Collaboration
New avocado rootstock research is helping pave the way for improved orchard performance, greater water efficiency and expanded growing opportunities around the…
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Kevin Kester Discusses Cattle Industry Challenges, Screwworm Response and Beef Processing Support
The AgNet News Hour welcomed former National Cattlemen’s Beef Association President Kevin Kester for a wide-ranging discussion on some of the biggest…
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How Early American Farmers Built a Thriving Agricultural Economy
America’s Agricultural Foundation Grew Strong After Independence Following the end of the Revolutionary War, the United States faced the enormous challenge of…
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Whole Vine Festival Returns to Fresno State to Celebrate the San Joaquin Valley’s Grape Industry
The San Joaquin Valley is home to one of the world’s most productive agricultural regions, and this fall, that legacy will once again be celebrated as the…
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Discover the Latest Innovations at the 2026 Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo
Growers and industry professionals from across the country are invited to attend the 2026 Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo, taking place August 12–13 at the…
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Whole Vine Festival Celebrates the San Joaquin Valley’s Grape Industry
The San Joaquin Valley’s grape industry will once again take center stage this fall as the Whole Vine Festival returns to Fresno State on October 24…
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Northwest Territory Settlement Opened the Door to American Agriculture
The settlement of the Northwest Territory marked one of the most significant turning points in the history of American agriculture. Following the American…
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Global Cherry Markets Shift as Harvests Expand Across the Northern Hemisphere
The latest global cherry market trends show production increasing in several key growing regions, creating added competition and putting downward pressure on…
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Dynamic Pig Health Approach Helps Producers Manage Multiple Disease Challenges
Managing swine health has become increasingly complex as producers face multiple diseases at the same time rather than isolated health events. A recent report…
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USDA’s SPUR Program Aims to Strengthen Small and Mid-Sized Meat Processors
The new SPUR program is designed to strengthen America’s meat processing capacity by supporting small and medium-sized processors that play a critical…
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California Walnuts Eye Strong 2026 After Global Success
California’s walnut industry is entering the 2026 season with tremendous momentum. Strong crop quality, expanding export opportunities, growing domestic…
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California Walnut Industry Looks Ahead to Strong Export Opportunities
On today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour, California Walnut Commission and Board CEO and Executive Director Robert Verloop shared an optimistic outlook for…
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Midwest Barns Grew Alongside America’s Expanding Family Farms
Early Midwest Farms Evolved Beyond Survival As settlers established permanent farms across the American Midwest during the 1850s and 1860s, their priorities…
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California Assemblyman Criticizes Proposed Business Tax Increase
California business owners could face higher taxes under a newly approved state budget proposal, a move that is drawing criticism from some lawmakers. During a…
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USDA Launches FIELDS Program to Expand Domestic Fertilizer Production
The new FIELDS program is designed to strengthen America’s fertilizer supply chain by increasing domestic production and reducing costs for farmers. A…
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Early Harvest Raises Questions About Organic Stone Fruit Supply
An unusually early growing season has California’s organic stone fruit industry watching closely to see how supplies will hold up through the remainder…
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Elaine Culotti Talks California Politics, Agriculture, Water, and the Future With The Ag Meter
California entrepreneur, farmer, and former gubernatorial candidate Elaine Culotti joined Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter,” for an in-depth conversation covering…
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Elaine Culotti Says California Policy Will Shape Agriculture’s Future
On today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour, California farmer and former gubernatorial candidate Elaine Culotti discussed why she believes the state’s…
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How Eli Whitney’s Cotton Gin Revolutionized American Agriculture
A Simple Conversation Sparked One of America’s Greatest Agricultural Innovations Innovation has always played a vital role in American agriculture, and few…
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Fresh Fruit Prices Expected to Remain Stable Despite Lower Farm Prices
The latest fresh fruit price outlook from USDA suggests consumers are likely to see relatively stable prices at the grocery store this year, even as growers…
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New Bill Aims to Address Agriculture’s Ongoing Labor Shortage
Finding enough reliable workers remains one of the biggest challenges facing American agriculture, and lawmakers are once again looking for solutions. A recent…
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Senate Farm Bill Framework Earns Support from Cattle Industry
The newly released Senate Farm Bill framework is receiving a positive response from the cattle industry, though producers say additional work remains before…
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California Commercial Fishing at a Crossroads: Lori French Shares the Challenges Facing Morro Bay’s Fleet
California’s Fishing Families Face an Uncertain Future California’s commercial fishing industry is navigating some of the most difficult waters in its history…
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California’s Commercial Fishing Industry Faces Mounting Challenges, Says Morro Bay Fisherwoman
On today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour, commercial fisherman and Morro Bay resident Lori French described an industry struggling under mounting regulations…
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John Deere’s Steel Plow Revolutionized American Farming
How a Young Blacksmith Changed Agriculture Forever The westward expansion of the United States brought tremendous opportunities for early settlers, but it also…
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Kern Oil Documentary Explores California’s Energy Future
Rickey Bird Shares the Personal Story Behind “Kern Oil” and Why Californians Should Pay Attention California’s energy future—and the…
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Rickey Bird Says California Should Produce More of Its Own Oil
On today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour, filmmaker and third-generation oilfield worker Rickey Bird discussed his new documentary, Kern Oil, and argued that…
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America’s First Turnpike Helped Shape Agricultural Expansion
The Philadelphia and Lancaster Turnpike Opened New Opportunities for Farmers and Commerce America’s transportation system has played a vital role in the…
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Farm Bureau Pushes Congress to Act on Labor and Farm Bill Priorities
John Newton Says Ag Labor Reform, Farm Bill, and Economic Relief Can’t Wait America’s farmers face no shortage of challenges in 2026, and according…
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USDA’s Fordyce Highlights SPUR Initiative, Screwworm Fight, and Historic Farm Support
During an interview with “The Ag Meter” Nick Papagni, USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce provided an in-depth…
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USDA’s Richard Fordyce Highlights Farm Bill Progress as Farm Bureau Pushes Labor Reform
On today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour, two major issues shaping agriculture’s future took center stage: efforts to modernize the nation’s farm…
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How Early American Farmers Drove Westward Expansion
The Agricultural Push That Helped Shape a Nation The story of American agriculture is closely tied to the nation’s westward expansion. As the United States…
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USDA’s Luke Lindberg Highlights Trade Progress Ahead of America’s 250th Celebration
On a recent episode of the AgNet News Hour, USDA Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Luke Lindberg outlined how the Trump administration…
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Daniel Holliday’s Windmill Revolutionized American Agriculture
The Windmill That Changed Farming Forever For centuries, windmills have played an important role in agriculture around the world. Farmers relied on wind power…
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Supreme Court Rules Federal Law Preempts Roundup Warning Claims
A landmark Roundup Supreme Court ruling could significantly reshape pesticide litigation across the United States. A recent report highlighted the U.S. Supreme…
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USDA Forecasts Smaller Sweet and Tart Cherry Crops Following Freeze Damage
The latest USDA cherry production forecast points to a smaller U.S. crop this season after damaging spring weather affected major growing regions. A recent…
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California Agriculture Faces Mounting Pressure: Roger Isom Sounds the Alarm on Regulations, Water, and the Future of Farming
From plastic packaging mandates and water shortages to rodent damage, cotton production, and the upcoming California governor’s race, Roger Isom says the…
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USDA Launches Phase Four of Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program
USDA is continuing its effort to strengthen America’s meat processing infrastructure with the launch of Phase Four of the Meat and Poultry Processing…
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David Tangipa Warns of New California Taxes, Government Overreach, and Threats to Agriculture
District 8 Assemblyman David Tangipa joins “The Ag Meter” Nick Papagni to discuss California’s latest budget, proposed taxes, government accountability, water…
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How Proactive Nutrition Helps California Growers Beat Summer Heat
Abe Isaak Shares Expert Advice on Managing Heat Stress, Sodium, and Crop Nutrition As California enters the hottest months of the growing season, orchard and…
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The Water It Takes To Grow Your Food
In this episode of Voices of the Valley, Western Growers‘ Taylor Lauson sits down with Michelle Paul, Executive Director of the California Farm Water…
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David Tangipa Says California Agriculture Needs Practical Leadership and Regulatory Reform
The future of California agriculture will depend on water reliability, regulatory reform, and stronger support for rural communities, according to Assemblyman…
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CIR Agriculture Harvester Products
Wouldn’t it be nice to have a single provider that you could turn to for all of your agricultural and industrial rubber and plastic product solutions?…
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The Rise and Consolidation of Oliver Farm Equipment
Competition Reshapes the Tractor Industry The early 20th century was a period of rapid growth and fierce competition within the agricultural machinery…
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California Wine Industry Faces Defining Moment, Says Consultant Nicholas Karavidas
Legacy, Marketing, and Consumer Trends Will Determine the Future of California Wine For California’s wine industry, the road to recovery won’t be quick—but it…
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Wine Consultant Says Industry Must Rethink Marketing for the Next Generation
California’s wine industry won’t recover simply by waiting for consumers to return, according to veteran wine consultant Nick Karavidas. Instead…
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From Chilled Plows to Tractors: The Legacy of Oliver Farm Equipment
James Oliver’s Innovation Changed American Farming The history of agricultural mechanization in the United States is filled with innovators whose inventions…
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Senate Farm Bill Draft Advances with New Support for Agriculture
The release of a long-awaited Senate Farm Bill draft marks another step toward updating the nation’s agricultural policy. A recent report highlighted key…
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Almond Forecast Points to Crop Similar to Last Year, Water Remains Top Concern
California’s almond industry is looking at another solid harvest in 2026, though growers are unlikely to see a record-breaking crop. During a recent…
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Ranchers Highlight Conservation Benefits of Expanded Federal Grazing
The recent decision to expand federal grazing opportunities on public lands has sparked discussion across the agricultural community, with livestock…
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Roger Isom Calls for Water Investment, Regulatory Reform, and Voter Engagement
The second half of AgNet News Hour’s conversation with Roger Isom focused on what he believes are the biggest issues facing California agriculture: water…
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James Oliver’s Chilled Plow Revolutionized Agriculture Worldwide
The Innovation That Changed Farming When many people hear the name Oliver, they immediately think of the iconic Oliver tractors that first entered production…
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Roger Isom Warns California Packaging Rules Could Increase Costs for Agriculture
California agriculture could face higher production costs and increased regulatory burdens as new packaging requirements move toward implementation, according…
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The Three Sisters: An Ancient Farming Method That Helped Shape American Agriculture
American agriculture has been built upon generations of innovation, adaptation, and stewardship of the land. Among the earliest and most effective farming…