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AgNet News HourCalifornia Table Grape Season Starts Early in 2026 with Strong Outlook and Global DemandThe AgNet News Hour featured a conversation with California Table Grape Commission President and CEO Ian LeMay, highlighting an early start to the 2026 season, strong market demand, and the continued importance of labor and global trade for the industry.
LeMay said California growers are preparing to kick off harvest in Coachella earlier than usual this year, driven by a warmer-than-normal February and March. That shift has pushed the season ahead by as much as two to three weeks compared to historical averages.
“We are just days away from the California table grape season… it’s an exc...
2026-04-2948 minAgNet News HourAttorney General Candidate Michael Gates Targets Fraud, Crime, and Oversight Reform Impacting California AgricultureThe AgNet News Hour featured a high-energy conversation with California Attorney General candidate Michael Gates, who outlined his plans to combat fraud, restore law and order, and bring accountability back to state government—issues that directly impact farmers and rural communities.
Gates, a longtime attorney and former Huntington Beach city attorney, said California is facing widespread financial mismanagement and rising crime, with billions in taxpayer dollars lost through fraud and lack of oversight.
“We are currently a lawless state, but we need to be a law and order state,” Gates said.
A central focus...
2026-04-2848 minAgNet News HourCongressman McClintock Calls for Policy Shift as Water, Labor, and Regulation Pressures Mount in California AgricultureThe AgNet News Hour continued its in-depth conversation with Congressman Tom McClintock, focusing on the growing challenges facing California agriculture and the policy changes he believes are necessary to restore the state’s economic strength.
McClintock pointed to water management as one of the most critical issues impacting farmers today, emphasizing that California’s challenges are not due to a lack of resources, but rather decisions made over decades.
“There is no water shortage in California,” McClintock said. “The problem is that water is unevenly distributed over space and time.”
He explained that the state on...
2026-04-2748 minAgNet News HourCalifornia Agriculture Left Out of Governor Debate as Leaders Push for Policy Change
The AgNet News Hour highlighted growing frustration across the agricultural community after a recent California governor debate failed to address key issues like farming, water, and food production, despite their central role in the state’s economy.
Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill pointed out that agriculture was completely absent from the discussion, leaving many farmers questioning whether state leadership truly understands the importance of the industry.
“There was not one question on farming, on water, on anything about the most important thing we have in California, and that’s food...
2026-04-2448 minAgNet News HourUSDA’s Richard Fordyce Highlights Farm Bill Gains, Tax Relief, and Support for California AgricultureThe AgNet News Hour featured a detailed conversation with USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce, who outlined key federal efforts aimed at supporting farmers, improving financial stability, and expanding opportunities for agriculture across California and the nation.
Fordyce, a fourth-generation farmer from Missouri, emphasized that the USDA remains focused on one core mission, supporting farmers through increasingly complex and challenging conditions.
“Farmers today are mechanics, agronomists, chemists… they’re a whole bunch of things wrapped into one,” Fordyce said, highlighting the technical demands of modern agriculture.
A major focus of the disc...
2026-04-2348 minAgNet News HourAg Council President Highlights Regulatory Pressure, Plastics Policy, and Political Uncertainty for California FarmersThe AgNet News Hour continued its conversation with Agricultural Council of California President Emily Rooney, diving deeper into the growing regulatory challenges, political uncertainty, and real-world pressures facing farmers across the state.
Rooney, who represents more than 15,000 farmers through cooperatives and agricultural businesses, emphasized that her role has become increasingly complex as policies in Sacramento continue to evolve. With agriculture facing unique challenges across commodities and regions, she said advocacy now requires constant engagement across multiple issues, from water and labor to environmental regulation.
“There are so many different issues across California agriculture… and they diff...
2026-04-2248 minAgNet News HourCalifornia Agriculture Faces Policy Pressure, Weather Challenges, and Critical Election YearThe AgNet News Hour focused on a wide range of challenges impacting California agriculture, from political pressure in Sacramento to unpredictable weather patterns and rising input costs heading into a pivotal year for the industry.
As the governor’s race continues to develop, hosts highlighted growing concern over proposed legislation and ongoing policy decisions that could further impact agriculture. One bill drawing attention is AB 2624, which has raised questions about government transparency and accountability, particularly as discussions around fraud and oversight continue across the state.
At the same time, the broader political landscape remains a ke...
2026-04-2148 minAgNet News HourCalifornia Governor Race and Trade Policy Highlight Challenges and Opportunities for AgricultureThe AgNet News Hour focused on two major themes impacting agriculture—California’s heated governor race and ongoing federal efforts to strengthen global trade opportunities for U.S. farmers.
As the governor’s race continues to gain attention, discussions are increasingly centered on how leadership decisions could impact agriculture across the state. Hosts emphasized growing frustration among voters and farmers alike, pointing to rising costs, regulatory pressure, and a lack of clear solutions from many candidates.
Independent candidate Elaine Culotti continued to push for structural changes, particularly advocating for greater representation of independent voters in debate...
2026-04-2048 minAgNet News HourCalifornia Governor Race Heats Up as Independent Candidate Pushes for Ag-Focused ReformThe AgNet News Hour featured a wide-ranging and energetic conversation with independent gubernatorial candidate Elaine Culotti, who is pushing for major reforms in California while emphasizing stronger support for farmers, infrastructure, and accountability in state spending.
Culotti, running outside the traditional two-party system, made it clear her campaign is focused on challenging what she described as a broken political structure in California. She argued that both parties have failed to address core issues impacting residents and agriculture, particularly when it comes to infrastructure, regulation, and economic stability.
“The best thing about being independent is I do...
2026-04-1748 minAgNet News HourCherry Industry Faces Rising Costs, Market Pressure, and Earlier Harvest Window in 2026
The AgNet News Hour continued its in-depth coverage of California’s cherry season with Morada Produce’s Mike Jameson, focusing on the business side of the industry, from marketing challenges to rising costs and shifting timelines for the 2026 crop.
Jameson explained that today’s cherry market is more competitive than ever, with growers and packers not only managing production challenges but also navigating a crowded retail landscape.
“There used to be about 100 items in the produce section—now there’s about 500,” Jameson said, highlighting how increased competition is impacting shelf space an...
2026-04-1648 minAgNet News HourCalifornia Cherry Crop Rebounds in 2026 as Growers Navigate Weather and Market Pressures
The AgNet News Hour featured an in-depth conversation with veteran cherry marketer Mike Jameson of Morada Produce, outlining a much-improved outlook for California’s 2026 cherry crop after a challenging 2025 season.
Last year proved difficult for growers, with total production dropping sharply to just 4.9 million cartons statewide. Jameson said that limited supply created significant challenges for meeting both domestic and international demand.
“When you get a crop that is that far off… it makes it extremely difficult to service the world with cherries,” he explained.
This year, ho...
2026-04-1548 minAgNet News HourCalifornia Citrus Outlook Strong Despite Weather Challenges and Rising CostsThe AgNet News Hour featured a detailed conversation with Kings River Packing Vice President of Sales Jesse Silva, offering insight into California’s citrus industry as growers navigate weather variability, market pressures, and evolving consumer demands.
Silva said the citrus sector is entering the spring and summer season in a solid position overall, even after facing a warmer-than-normal winter that created some production challenges.
“We’re excited about where we’re at right now and our position in the crop,” Silva said. “We just want to finish strong.”
One of the key challenges this season ha...
2026-04-1448 minAgNet News HourClovis Rodeo and World Ag Expo Highlight Strength of Ag Community and Industry Events
The AgNet News Hour spotlighted two major Central Valley events—the upcoming Clovis Rodeo and the continued growth of World Ag Expo—showcasing the strong connection between agriculture, community, and industry innovation.
The show first featured Clovis Rodeo board member Ronnie Dunbar, who shared details about the 112th annual event set for April 22–26. The rodeo continues to be one of the premier Western events in California, drawing tens of thousands of attendees and top competitors from across the country.
“We’ll have close to 700 cowboys here,” Dunbar said. “We try to bring t...
2026-04-1348 minAgNet News HourWater Technology Innovation Offers New Option for Growers Facing Quality Challenges
The AgNet News Hour featured a conversation with Aqua4D manager Jeff Nunes, who explained how new water-treatment technology could help farmers improve irrigation efficiency, reduce line clogging, and better manage salinity and bicarbonate issues that continue to impact operations across California.
Nunes said Aqua4D uses electromagnetic fields and frequencies to treat water without chemicals, helping address problems tied to poor water quality. The technology was first developed in Switzerland, where researchers were looking for ways to reduce scale buildup in pipes caused by highly alkaline water. What they discovered, Nunes explained...
2026-04-0948 minAgNet News HourTulare County Farm Bureau Leader Reflects on Career, Agriculture Advocacy, and Industry Future
The April 8 episode of AgNet News Hour featured a conversation with longtime Tulare County Farm Bureau Executive Director Tricia Stever Blattler, highlighting her nearly two-decade career supporting agriculture and the critical role local farm bureaus play in advocating for farmers across California.
Blattler, who has spent 19 years leading the Tulare County Farm Bureau, discussed the scope and importance of agriculture in one of the most productive regions in the country. With over one million acres of irrigated farmland and a dairy industry valued at more than $1 billion, Tulare County remains a cornerstone of...
2026-04-0848 minAgNet News HourCalifornia Ag Faces Rising Costs and Political Crossroads as Governor Race Heats UpThe AgNet News Hour continued its coverage of California’s pivotal governor race, while also highlighting mounting cost pressures facing farmers—from fertilizer and fuel to packaging—at a critical time for the state’s agricultural industry.
With the June primary approaching, the conversation centered on how leadership decisions could shape the future of agriculture in California. Hosts emphasized that the stakes are high, with policy direction impacting everything from water access to input costs and overall farm viability.
At the same time, growers are facing increasing financial strain. Rising fertilizer prices are a growing concern...
2026-04-0748 minAgNet News HourCalifornia Governor Debate Highlights Sharp Divide on Energy, Water, and Farm Regulations
The AgNet News Hour continued its coverage of the California governor’s race, breaking down key moments from last week’s Fresno State debate where candidates laid out sharply different visions for the future of agriculture, energy, and water policy.
With farmers and ag leaders in attendance, the debate made one thing clear, there is little agreement on how to fix rising costs and ongoing challenges facing California agriculture.
Energy costs emerged as a major concern, with candidates offering competing solutions. Some pushed for expanded domestic oil and gas prod...
2026-04-0648 minAgNet News HourCalifornia Ag Leaders Push for Policy Change and Representation at Governor Debate
Today’s AgNet News Hour spotlighted a major moment for California agriculture as industry leaders and political candidates gathered at Fresno State for a gubernatorial debate focused heavily on farming, water, and regulatory challenges facing the state.
Fresno County Farm Bureau CEO Ryan Jacobson and California Farm Bureau President Shannon Douglass both emphasized the importance of agriculture being front and center in the conversation as California heads toward a critical election year.
Jacobson noted that while candidates came prepared with more detailed responses than expected, the state’s agricultural chal...
2026-04-0348 minAgNet News HourPistachio Market Outlook Brightens as Global Tensions Shift Supply Dynamics
Today’s AgNet News Hour featured an in-depth conversation with pistachio grower and crop advisor Rich Kreps, highlighting how global events, domestic policy, and on-the-ground growing conditions are shaping the outlook for California’s pistachio industry.
Kreps, widely known in the industry as “Mr. Pistachio,” pointed to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East as a key factor influencing the market. With Iran ranking as the world’s second-largest pistachio producer, any disruption in that region could significantly benefit California growers.
“Iran is the second-largest producer of pistachios, so it will help th...
2026-04-0248 minAgNet News HourFarmland Protection and Farm Transition Take Focus in AgNet News Hour Interview
Today’s AgNet News Hour featured a forward-looking conversation with fifth-generation farmer Jenny Lester Moffitt, now serving as Vice President of Farmland Protection and Strategic Priorities at American Farmland Trust, highlighting the critical need to keep farmers on the land and ensure the future of agriculture.
Moffitt, who grew up farming organic walnuts in Northern California, brings both policy and real-world farming experience to her role. Her work now centers on supporting farmers through some of the biggest challenges facing agriculture today, ranging from land access and succession planning to long-term farm viability....
2026-04-0148 minAgNet News HourCalifornia Water Challenges Take Center Stage as Experts Call for Urgent Action
The AgNet News Hour highlighted growing concerns over California’s ongoing water challenges, as water management expert Lindsay Cederquist outlined the real-world impact of limited allocations, regulatory pressure, and the need for immediate policy changes.
Cederquist, Director of Water Resources at Diversified Land Management, works directly with growers across the Central Valley to help them navigate increasingly complex water conditions. Her day-to-day role focuses on evaluating farm water portfolios and developing strategies to help operations survive fluctuating water availability.
“We sit down and look at the client’s portfolio and se...
2026-03-3148 minAgNet News HourDignity Act and Labor Reform Take Center Stage in AgNet News Hour Interview
The AgNet News Hour continued its in-depth conversation with Nisei Farmers League President Manuel Cunha, focusing on one of agriculture’s most pressing issues: labor, immigration, and the future of the workforce heading into the 2026 growing season.
Cunha highlighted the proposed Dignity Act as a major step toward addressing long-standing labor challenges across agriculture and other industries. The legislation aims to provide legal work authorization for millions of undocumented workers who have been in the U.S. for years, many of whom are already deeply embedded in agricultural operations.
“This...
2026-03-3048 minAgNet News HourManuel Cunha Discusses Cesar Chavez Controversy and Labor Challenges Facing California Agriculture
The March 27 edition of the AgNet News Hour featured a powerful and controversial conversation with Manuel Cunha, President of the Nisei Farmers League, addressing recent allegations surrounding Cesar Chavez and the broader implications for labor, agriculture, and policy in California.
Cunha shared strong reactions to reports detailing misconduct tied to Chavez, calling the situation deeply disappointing and emphasizing that more of the story still needs to be told. Drawing from decades of experience in agriculture, Cunha described what he believes was a long-standing imbalance in how farm labor history has been portrayed, often...
2026-03-2748 minAgNet News HourCalifornia Cattle Industry Faces Predator and Policy Challenges; Katie Roberti Continues Conversation on Wolves and Ranching
The March 26 edition of the AgNet News Hour continued an in-depth conversation with Katie Roberti, Director of Communications for the California Cattlemen’s Association, diving deeper into the growing challenges facing ranchers across the state.
Building on the previous episode, Roberti expanded on the ongoing impact of wolf predation in Northern California, where ranchers are dealing with increasing livestock losses and limited options for protection. In some cases, attacks have occurred just miles from communities and schools, raising concerns not only for agriculture but also for public safety.
One of...
2026-03-2648 minAgNet News HourCalifornia Cattle Industry Faces Growing Pressure; Katie Roberti Discusses Wolves, Water, and Policy Challenges
The March 25 edition of the AgNet News Hour featured a wide-ranging and insightful conversation with Katie Roberti, Director of Communications for the California Cattlemen’s Association, highlighting the growing challenges facing ranchers across the state.
From increasing predator pressure to ongoing water concerns and major policy decisions, Roberti made it clear that California’s cattle industry is navigating a complex and evolving landscape. One of the most pressing issues discussed was the rapid expansion of wolf populations in Northern California. While wolves have been present for over a decade, recent activity has intensified, crea...
2026-03-2548 minAgNet News HourCalifornia Wine Industry Faces Turning Point; Nicholas Karavidas Breaks Down Challenges and Opportunities
The March 24 edition of the AgNet News Hour took a deep dive into the current state of the wine industry, as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill sat down with veteran winemaker and consultant Nicholas Karavidas to discuss one of the most disruptive periods the industry has ever faced.
Karavidas, who has more than four decades of experience in wine production and consulting, described the current situation as a “perfect storm” driven by multiple factors converging at once. Declining consumption, shifting health trends, global oversupply, and increased competition from alternative beverages have all contributed to a challenging envir...
2026-03-2448 minAgNet News HourAg Innovation and the Future of Farming; F3 Innovate Highlights Technology and Workforce DevelopmentThe March 23 edition of the AgNet News Hour spotlighted the future of California agriculture, with a strong focus on innovation, workforce development, and the evolving role of technology in farming.
A key highlight of the episode was an in-depth conversation with Priscilla Koepke, CEO of F3 Innovate, who is helping lead efforts to transform the Central Valley into a hub for agricultural technology and innovation. Through partnerships with universities, startups, and growers, F3 Innovate is working to bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and real-world farming applications.
Koepke emphasized that the future of agriculture is...
2026-03-2348 minAgNet News HourFire Ant Control and Farm Policy Take Center Stage; Mike Johanns Shares Insight for Growers
The March 20 edition of the AgNet News Hour delivered a mix of practical field insights and high-level agricultural policy discussion, giving California farmers both immediate takeaways and long-term perspective.
The show opened with a timely conversation on fire ant management in almond orchards, a growing concern for producers across the state. John Mays of Central Life Sciences explained that while many growers rely on spot treatments, the most effective control comes from broadcast applications that cover entire orchard floors. This method helps eliminate colonies more thoroughly, protecting both yields and workers from the...
2026-03-2048 minAgNet News HourMike Johanns Talks Farm Profitability, Policy, and the Future of California Agriculture
The March 19 edition of the AgNet News Hour featured a compelling and wide-ranging interview with former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Mike Johanns, who offered insight into the economic challenges facing farmers and what it will take to sustain agriculture for the next generation. Speaking with hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill, Johanns drew on decades of experience as a governor, senator, and ag leader to address issues impacting producers across California and the nation.
Johanns made it clear that while some sectors of agriculture are performing well, many farmers are navigating a...
2026-03-1948 minAgNet News HourAgave Opportunity Grows in California; Wolf Family Pushes Innovation Amid Water Challenges
The March 18 edition of the AgNet News Hour continued an in-depth conversation with Stuart Wolf and the Wolf family of Wolf Farming and Processing, highlighting how innovation is helping California growers adapt to ongoing water shortages and shifting agricultural realities.
Farming on the west side of the San Joaquin Valley has become increasingly difficult, with growers once again facing limited water allocations—currently around 15 percent. That uncertainty is forcing farmers to rethink how they use their land and what crops can realistically be sustained in the future. For Stuart Wolf, the answer lies in...
2026-03-1848 minAgNet News HourAgave Innovation on the West Side; Stuart Wolf and Family Look Toward Farming’s FutureThe March 17 edition of the AgNet News Hour highlighted the innovative work happening on California’s west side as Stuart Wolf of Wolf Farming and Processing joined the program alongside his children Haley Wolf and Wiley Wolf to discuss new crop opportunities, water challenges, and the future of farming in the Central Valley.
Wolf Farming and Processing traces its roots back to 1974, when Stuart Wolf’s father first started the operation. Today, the company farms a wide range of crops including almonds, pistachios, tomatoes, grains, basil, garlic, onions, cotton, and more. As a second-generation grower now working with...
2026-03-1748 minAgNet News HourCalifornia Water Debate: Can Farming’s Future Be Secured?California agriculture sits at the center of an ongoing debate over water policy, infrastructure, and the future of farming in the state. In a recent episode of the AgNet News Hour, host Nick “The Ag Meter” Papagni welcomed Geoffrey Vanden Heuvel of the Milk Producers Council for a passionate and insightful conversation about California’s water challenges and what must change moving forward.
The interview, part two of a continuing water series, explored the growing concerns among farmers about water allocations, environmental regulations, and the long-term sustainability of agriculture in the Golden State.
Papagni opened the di...
2026-03-1640 minAgNet News HourCalifornia Water, Energy, and Policy: Duarte, Vanden Heuvel Break It Down
California agriculture sits at the center of some of the state’s most important policy debates—water supply, infrastructure, energy, and the future of farming. Those issues took center stage on the latest AgNet News Hour, where host Nick “The AgMeter” Papagni spoke with several key voices shaping the conversation.
From a potential shake-up in California’s natural resources leadership to a deep dive into the history of the state’s water system, the program explored both the challenges and potential solutions facing farmers today.
Steve Hilton Names John Duarte for Natural...
2026-03-1340 minAgNet News HourAgNet News Hour Podcast: Business, Ag Education, Water History & Orchard Health
The latest AgNet News Hour Podcast delivers another packed episode with Nick “The Ag Meter” Papagni and “Sir” Josh McGill, bringing listeners a wide-ranging discussion on agriculture, business, education, water policy, and crop protection. From inspiring entrepreneurship stories to the future of ag education and emerging orchard threats, this episode highlights the voices shaping agriculture across California.
If you want to stay informed about the issues affecting farmers, ranchers, and the broader ag industry, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.
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2026-03-1240 minAgNet News HourA Fresno Success Story Featured on the AgNet News Hour
The AgNet News Hour recently featured a fascinating conversation with Fresno entrepreneur Eddie Papulias, the man behind Pappy’s Choice Seasoning and Pappy’s Fine Foods. In an interview with host Nick Papagni, “the Ag Meter”, Papulias shared the remarkable story of how a family legacy rooted in agriculture and meat processing evolved into a nationally recognized seasoning brand.
What began as a small family effort in the Central Valley has grown into a business whose products now appear in grocery stores across California and much of the United States. Yet the story behind P...
2026-03-1140 minAgNet News HourDairy Leadership, Innovation, and Challenges with Melvin Medeiros
The AgNet News Hour recently featured an in-depth conversation with dairy leader Melvin Medeiros, chairman of the Western Council for Dairy Farmers of America (DFA). In a wide-ranging interview with host Nick Papagni, the two discussed everything from the future of California dairy to new consumer trends and the importance of educating the public about agriculture.
Medeiros, a second-generation dairy farmer from Laton, California, has spent decades in the dairy business while also helping guide policy and strategy at the national level. Through his role with DFA—the largest dairy cooperative in the wo...
2026-03-1040 minAgNet News HourCannon Michael Highlights Farming Challenges; USDA’s Luke Lindberg Talks Trade GainsThe March 9 edition of the AgNet News Hour featured two important conversations highlighting both the challenges and opportunities facing agriculture today. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill continued their discussion with Cannon Michael, President and CEO of Bowles Farming Company, while also sharing an interview with USDA Undersecretary Luke Lindberg about improving agricultural trade and expanding export opportunities for American producers.
Michael, a sixth-generation California farmer, spoke candidly about the difficult conditions growers are facing as the 2026 season begins. Bowles Farming Company farms more than 11,000 acres between Los Banos and Merced, producing a wide range of crops...
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AgNet Weekly with Sabrina HalvorsonJuly 20, 2024: Author David Lipsky on Climate and the Science of DenialNamed a Best Book of the Year in The New Yorker, Publishers Weekly, Chicago Tribune, and EcoLit Books and a Must-Read Summer Book by USA Today, the book the Parrot and the Igloo, Climate and the Science of Denial by David Lipsky takes a deep look into the history of climate change and public views on the topic. Lipsky is a New York Times bestselling author and contributing editor at Rolling Stone magazine. When his publicist emailed and asked about being on our show to talk about the book, we were happy to agree. David Lipsky tells us about...
2024-07-2041 minAgNet Weekly with Sabrina HalvorsonJuly 20, 2024: Author David Lipsky on Climate and the Science of DenialNamed a Best Book of the Year in The New Yorker, Publishers Weekly, Chicago Tribune, and EcoLit Books and a Must-Read Summer Book by USA Today, the book the Parrot and the Igloo, Climate and the Science of Denial by David Lipsky takes a deep look into the history of climate change and public views on the topic. Lipsky is a New York Times bestselling author and contributing editor at Rolling Stone magazine. When his publicist emailed and asked about being on our show to talk about the book, we were happy to agree. David Lipsky tells us about...
2024-07-2041 minAgNet Weekly with Sabrina HalvorsonMay 11, 2024: Representative Mann on Canceled NASS ReportsA group of lawmakers is putting some weight on the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service in response to NASS cutting off some important reports. U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (R-KS-01), who is also Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee’s Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry, is among lawmakers leading the charge to get a turn around from NASS. He joins host Sabrina Halvorson on this week's AgNet Weekly.
2024-05-1107 minAgNet Weekly with Sabrina HalvorsonMay 11, 2024: Representative Mann on Canceled NASS ReportsA group of lawmakers is putting some weight on the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service in response to NASS cutting off some important reports. U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (R-KS-01), who is also Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee’s Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry, is among lawmakers leading the charge to get a turn around from NASS. He joins host Sabrina Halvorson on this week's AgNet Weekly.
2024-05-1107 minAgNet Weekly with Sabrina HalvorsonAgNet News Hour, Monday, 04-15-24Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today's show includes why the citrus industry is making preparations to avoid another bad thrip damage year, plus we hear about California’s Card Check law. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features and more.
2024-04-1537 minAgNet Weekly with Sabrina HalvorsonAgNet News Hour, Tuesday, 03-26-24Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today's show includes concerns over UFW’s use of farm and food worker relief funds. We’ll have the story. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features and more.
2024-03-2640 minAgNet Weekly with Sabrina HalvorsonMarch 16, 2024 - Representative John Duarte (R-CA)Congress couldn’t pass a farm bill in 2023, but will it happen this year? Congressman John Duarte, a Republican from California, is unsure if we will see it pass in 2024. That’s just one of the topics discussed in this week’s AgNet Weekly with Sabrina Halvorson.
2024-03-1623 minAgNet Weekly with Sabrina HalvorsonMarch 16, 2024 - Representative John Duarte (R-CA)Congress couldn’t pass a farm bill in 2023, but will it happen this year? Congressman John Duarte, a Republican from California, is unsure if we will see it pass in 2024. That’s just one of the topics discussed in this week’s AgNet Weekly with Sabrina Halvorson.
2024-03-1623 minAgNet Weekly with Sabrina HalvorsonFebruary 3, 2024: USDA Initiatives for Specialty CropsThe USDA is putting a focus on specialty crops with new investments and the Specialty Crop Competitiveness Initiative (SCCI), which is part of a larger effort to support specialty crop producers. In this episode of the AgNet Weekly, Sabrina Halvorson talks with USDA undersecretary for marketing and regulatory programs, and fifth-generation California farmer, Jenny Lester Moffitt about these new initiatives.
2024-02-0309 minAgNet Weekly with Sabrina HalvorsonFebruary 3, 2024: USDA Initiatives for Specialty CropsThe USDA is putting a focus on specialty crops with new investments and the Specialty Crop Competitiveness Initiative (SCCI), which is part of a larger effort to support specialty crop producers. In this episode of the AgNet Weekly, Sabrina Halvorson talks with USDA undersecretary for marketing and regulatory programs, and fifth-generation California farmer, Jenny Lester Moffitt about these new initiatives.
2024-02-0309 minAgNet Weekly with Sabrina HalvorsonAgNet News Hour, Tuesday, 01-09-24Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. In today's show why supply and demand balance issues are expected to improve for almonds and keeping weeds in mind after a troublesome time in 2023. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, and more.
2024-01-0939 minAgNet Weekly with Sabrina HalvorsonOctober 21, 2023: Farmer in Favor of OFF ActIn a recent story for Southeast AgNet and AgNet West, Sabrina Halvorson talked with a representative of the National Cattlemens Beef Association on why they’re against the Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act. The OFF Act would make some changes to checkoff organizations. After that aired, Sabrina heard from a farmer and organization leader who is in favor of the OFF Act and invited her to share her thoughts. In this episode, Sabrina is chatting with Angela Huffman, Vice President of Farm Action Fund. To keep everything clear on what the act actually says, Sabrina put a link to...
2023-10-2109 minAgNet Weekly with Sabrina HalvorsonOctober 21, 2023: Farmer in Favor of OFF ActIn a recent story for Southeast AgNet and AgNet West, Sabrina Halvorson talked with a representative of the National Cattlemens Beef Association on why they’re against the Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act. The OFF Act would make some changes to checkoff organizations. After that aired, Sabrina heard from a farmer and organization leader who is in favor of the OFF Act and invited her to share her thoughts. In this episode, Sabrina is chatting with Angela Huffman, Vice President of Farm Action Fund. To keep everything clear on what the act actually says, Sabrina put a link to...
2023-10-2109 minAgNet Weekly with Sabrina HalvorsonSeptember 23, 2023: Ag Labor Wages and the AEWRThere’s a call to reevaluate the required minimum pay for ag labor and the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR) Rule . Michigan’s current minimum wage is $10.10 for workers who don’t get tips, but the minimum wage that farmers can pay their H2A workers is $17.34. The Executive Director of the Michigan Asparagus Association, Jamie Clover Adams, says the true cost is even more. She joins host Sabrina Halvorson on this episode of the AgNet Weekly.
2023-09-2315 minAgNet Weekly with Sabrina HalvorsonSeptember 23, 2023: Ag Labor Wages and the AEWRThere’s a call to reevaluate the required minimum pay for ag labor and the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR) Rule . Michigan’s current minimum wage is $10.10 for workers who don’t get tips, but the minimum wage that farmers can pay their H2A workers is $17.34. The Executive Director of the Michigan Asparagus Association, Jamie Clover Adams, says the true cost is even more. She joins host Sabrina Halvorson on this episode of the AgNet Weekly.
2023-09-2315 minAgNet Weekly with Sabrina HalvorsonSeptember 16, 2023: Congressman Dan Kildee on Sugar PolicyFind out why Congressman Dan Kildee (D-MI) says 'don't touch' the nation's sugar policy. He joins host Sabrina Halvorson in this week's AgNet Weekly.
2023-09-1608 minAgNet Weekly with Sabrina HalvorsonSeptember 16, 2023: Congressman Dan Kildee on Sugar PolicyFind out why Congressman Dan Kildee (D-MI) says 'don't touch' the nation's sugar policy. He joins host Sabrina Halvorson in this week's AgNet Weekly.
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2023-07-2918 minAgNet Weekly with Sabrina HalvorsonJuly 29, 2023: Ethan Lane and Victoria Spartz - Checkoff AmendmentThis week, Sabrina reported on a proposed amendment to the ag appropriations bill. The amendment states that none of the funds made available by the bill may be used to carry out commodity checkoff programs. Several industry groups came out against the amendment, and she spoke with a representative of one- Vice President of Government Affairs with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, Ethan Lane. She also spoke to the Congresswoman who introduced the amendment – Victoria Spartz of Indiana. In this week's AgNet Weekly, you’ll hear first from Ethan Lane with NCBA, and then from Congresswoman Victoria Spartz.
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2023-07-2918 minAgNet Weekly with Sabrina HalvorsonJuly 1, 2023: Dr. Margaret Worthington on New EPA Regulations for Gene EditingFruit and vegetable plant breeders who use gene editing are now facing more regulations from the Environmental Protection Agency. The EPA recently increased oversight of some gene-edited crops and added to the workload and waiting time for those breeders. Dr. Margaret Worthington is an Associate Professor of Horticulture at the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture and she believes the new requirements will be a bigger problem for researchers in horticulture than for those in row crops, which have more funding for research and research teams. Dr. Worthington joins us on the phone for this week’s AgNet We...
2023-07-0110 minAgNet Weekly with Sabrina HalvorsonJuly 1, 2023: Dr. Margaret Worthington on New EPA Regulations for Gene EditingFruit and vegetable plant breeders who use gene editing are now facing more regulations from the Environmental Protection Agency. The EPA recently increased oversight of some gene-edited crops and added to the workload and waiting time for those breeders. Dr. Margaret Worthington is an Associate Professor of Horticulture at the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture and she believes the new requirements will be a bigger problem for researchers in horticulture than for those in row crops, which have more funding for research and research teams. Dr. Worthington joins us on the phone for this week’s AgNet We...
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2023-04-2912 minAgNet Weekly with Sabrina HalvorsonApril 29, 2023: NCBA Opposition to PRIME ActThe PRIME Act has once again made its way into Congress. Current law exempts custom slaughter of animals from federal inspection regulations, only if the meat is for personal, household, guest, and employee use. So, to sell individual cuts of locally raised meats to consumers, farmers and ranchers must send their animals to a USDA-inspected slaughterhouse. Proponents of the bill like Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Kentucky) say it will make it easier for small farms and ranches to serve consumers. However, opponents like the NCBA say those USDA inspections are important for food safety and consumer trust.
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2023-04-2912 minAgNet Weekly with Sabrina HalvorsonApril 15, 2023: Opportunities for Fairness in Farming ActThe Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act was introduced this session by a group of Senators looking to make changes to agricultural checkoff programs. Vice President of Government Affairs with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, Ethan Lane says there’s more to it than that. He joins us this week on the AgNet Weekly podcast.
2023-04-1514 minAgNet Weekly with Sabrina HalvorsonApril 15, 2023: Opportunities for Fairness in Farming ActThe Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act was introduced this session by a group of Senators looking to make changes to agricultural checkoff programs. Vice President of Government Affairs with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, Ethan Lane says there’s more to it than that. He joins us this week on the AgNet Weekly podcast.
2023-04-1514 minAgNet Weekly with Sabrina HalvorsonMarch 18, 2023: New Rules for the Organic IndustryThis week Tom Chapman, CEO of the Organic Trade Association joins Sabrina to talk about new regulations for the organic industry and the industry’s requests for the 2023 Farm Bill.
Each week we highlight essential legislative and policy conversations affecting agriculture nationwide. Host Sabrina Halvorson is a 30-year media veteran known nationally for her award-winning, balanced, and accurate reporting. For more than 10 years, she has specialized in agriculture news focused on political issues. While most agriculture news podcasts focus primarily on Midwest crops, we uniquely understand specialty crops, their regions, and their related industries. AgNet Weekly also tr...
2023-03-1819 minAgNet Weekly with Sabrina HalvorsonMarch 18, 2023: New Rules for the Organic IndustryThis week Tom Chapman, CEO of the Organic Trade Association joins Sabrina to talk about new regulations for the organic industry and the industry’s requests for the 2023 Farm Bill.
Each week we highlight essential legislative and policy conversations affecting agriculture nationwide. Host Sabrina Halvorson is a 30-year media veteran known nationally for her award-winning, balanced, and accurate reporting. For more than 10 years, she has specialized in agriculture news focused on political issues. While most agriculture news podcasts focus primarily on Midwest crops, we uniquely understand specialty crops, their regions, and their related industries. AgNet Weekly also tr...
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Dwight In Shining Armor: The Sunken Kingdom“Agnet” - LeeAnne H. Adams & Brian J. Adams, Creators/Showrunners; Evan Hofer, Chlodwig; McKaley Miller, Agnet; Josh Breslow, JacopoSEASON'S GREETINGS!
DOUBLE EPISODE DAY: PART 1!
Welcome back to Dwight In Shining Armor: The Sunken Kingdom, the unofficial behind the scenes podcast about everything Dwight!
In this ninth episode of the second season, “Agnet”, Josh Breslow talks again with the Creators/Showrunner of Dwight in Shining Armor, LeeAnne H. Adams & Brian J. Adams, the unstable prince himself, Evan Hofer, that wily Jacopo the Troubadour, Josh Breslow, and for the first time, McKaley Miller “Mac”, who plays the titular Agnet!
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Emo Chlodwig!
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