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Ventura County Farm Bureau is pushing for economic reforms to help California farmers navigate rising production costs, labor expenses, water challenges and regulatory pressures. Read more: agnetwest.com/ventura-county…

🍓Six strawberry farming operations in Ventura County are set to close, impacting more than 570 employees. Rising production costs, labor expenses and regulatory challenges continue to put pressure on California growers. Read more: agnetwest.com/ventura-county…

Rodent damage, rising insurance costs and regulatory challenges are creating growing concerns for California agriculture. Roger Isom discusses the issues facing growers and what lies ahead for 2027. Read more: agnetwest.com/roger-isom-rod…

California agriculture continues to face growing challenges surrounding water availability and the future of tree nut production. Roger Isom shares insight into the issues impacting growers and the importance of water access for the state's ag industry. 💧agnetwest.com/roger-isom-cal…

Sonoma County farmers face growing challenges, from water availability and vineyard pressures to rising costs and the future of family farming. Dayna Ghirardelli shares her perspective on the issues shaping California agriculture. Read more: agnetwest.com/dayna-ghirarde…

USDA is working to expand international markets and create new trade opportunities for California farmers. Acting Under Secretary Michelle Bekkering discusses export growth, trade missions and opportunities for specialty crop growers. Read more: agnetwest.com/michelle-bekke…

California Assemblyman David Tangipa joins the AgNet News Hour to discuss water infrastructure, state spending, and the policies shaping the future of California agriculture ahead of Election Day. Read more: agnetwest.com/david-tangipa-…

How can agricultural automation help family farms stay competitive and sustainable? 🌱 Hannah Johnson discusses the future of ag technology, AI, and the challenges facing California growers. Read more: agnetwest.com/hannah-johnson…

California’s groundwater challenges are putting the future of agriculture at risk. Matt Angel discusses declining water levels, irrigation efficiency and the need for better groundwater management. 💧🌱 Read more: agnetwest.com/matt-angel-cal…

🌱 Syngenta is highlighting its crop protection plans for California agriculture in 2027. Learn more about what’s ahead for growers and the latest developments in crop protection: agnetwest.com/syngenta-calif…

California agriculture, water availability and rising production costs are key issues in the governor’s race. 🌾 Hear Steve Hilton discuss his plans for California farmers and the future of the state’s agricultural industry: agnetwest.com/steve-hilton-c…

Protecting crops and equipment is becoming increasingly important for farmers facing wildlife damage, theft and rising labor costs. SkySense is helping agricultural producers take a new approach to farm security. Hear the interview with Patrick Williams on the AgNet News Hour! 🎙️

🌲💧Rep. Tom McClintock weighs in on California’s forest management and water policy, highlighting key issues affecting the state’s natural resources and agriculture. Read more: agnetwest.com/tom-mcclintock…

🚨 New World screwworm cases in New Mexico are raising concerns for livestock producers and animal health officials. Stay informed on the latest developments and ongoing efforts to monitor the spread. Learn more: agnetwest.com/new-world-scre…

Rising energy costs and regulatory burdens continue to challenge California’s agricultural industry. Congressman Tom McClintock weighs in on the policies shaping the state’s energy costs and economic future. Read more: agnetwest.com/tom-mcclintock…

🌧️ With a potential El Niño winter ahead, Edward Ring says California should prepare to capture excess stormwater and recharge groundwater supplies. Find out how these efforts could benefit agriculture. 🌱agnetwest.com/edward-ring-el…

💧 California’s water challenges are driving up costs and putting pressure on farmers. Edward Ring discusses how investing in water infrastructure could help secure the state’s water supply and protect its agricultural economy. Read more: agnetwest.com/edward-ring-ca…

California growers are preparing for winter with a focus on soil health, postharvest nutrition and USDA’s newly announced $8 billion in farm relief. 🌱 Learn what growers need to know ahead of the next growing season. Read more: agnetwest.com/california-soi…

USDA is distributing $13.8 billion in ARC and PLC farm payments, while autonomous spraying technology continues to advance. 🌱 Get the latest on farm assistance and ag tech from AgNet West! agnetwest.com/usda-13-billio…

California growers are facing rising input costs, emerging pests and an unusually early growing season. 🌱 Hear how pest control adviser Carl Workenthien is navigating these challenges in the Central Valley: agnetwest.com/california-pca…