Podcasts about california farmers

A California program is creating a steady market for locally grown fruits and vegetables while supplying fresh produce to state prisons.

The AgNet News Hour focused on growing tensions between agriculture and environmental activist groups as California farmers continue battling lawsuits, land pressure, and mounting concerns over the future of food production in the state. The episode opened with discussion about anti-agriculture activism and the increasing influence of NGOs working against farming operations throughout California. Hosts warned that many organizations presenting themselves as environmental advocates are actively lobbying against agriculture, water infrastructure, and farming expansion. “They want your land,” hosts said while discussing pressure facing farms in areas like Point Reyes and Petaluma. The conversation highlighted growing frustration from farmers who feel agriculture is being targeted despite California's role as the nation's leading food-producing state. Questions surrounding food security, water access, and local food production remained central throughout the program. “We need our farms so much,” the show emphasized repeatedly while discussing the long-term future of California agriculture. A major portion of the episode featured an extended interview with Stephanie Moretta-Arian of Moretta Valley Dairy in Petaluma, who continues speaking out against efforts to remove family farms from Point Reyes National Seashore. Moretta explained that years of litigation and regulatory pressure forced several long-standing family dairies and ranches to shut down or accept buyouts after facing costly legal battles with environmental organizations. “These NGOs are strategically and maliciously going after farms and ranches,” Moretta said. According to Moretta, the issue extends far beyond Point Reyes. She warned that similar lawsuits and land battles are happening throughout California and across the country as farming communities face increasing legal and financial pressure. “We lost over 14,000 farms in 2024,” she said while discussing the broader decline of family farming nationwide. The discussion also touched on concerns that some activist groups are using environmental litigation as a pathway to gain control over highly valuable coastal land. Moretta argued that many of the targeted farms are organic, pasture-based operations that have existed for generations and are critical to local food systems. “This is all abuse of how our justice system is functioning,” she said. Federal officials have now become involved in the Point Reyes issue, including representatives from the Department of Interior. Moretta credited support from Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and others for helping bring national attention to the situation. The episode also featured practical crop management discussions with Valent USA field market development manager Todd Burkdahl, who outlined increasing pest and disease pressure tied to warming temperatures and recent spring weather patterns. Burkdahl warned growers to stay aggressive with scouting and early-season management for pests like navel orangeworm, mites, katydids, and cutworms while monitoring orchards closely following spring rains. “Prevention is worth a pound of cure,” Burkdahl said while discussing disease management in almonds and pistachios. As California agriculture continues facing pressure from regulation, land battles, rising costs, and environmental activism, industry leaders are urging growers and consumers alike to remain engaged in protecting local food production and farming communities. Listen to the full interview below or on your favorite podcast app.

The AgNet News Hour focused on growing pressure facing California agriculture as water restrictions, rising fuel costs, and the collapse of a major peach processing operation continue creating uncertainty for farmers statewide. One of the biggest topics during the program was the fallout from Del Monte shutting down operations in the Modesto area, leaving thousands of tons of cling peaches without a market. The closure has already triggered major concern throughout California's stone fruit industry. “There's still roughly 50,000 tons of fruit that they don't have a market for,” hosts explained during the broadcast. The situation could result in the removal of hundreds of thousands of peach trees, creating long-term consequences for family farms and future supply. USDA emergency assistance funding is now being discussed to help growers transition or remove orchards, but many farmers worry the damage may already be severe. “Some of these family farms might take years, if not a full generation, to recover,” the show noted. The episode also featured an extended interview with Western Tree Nut Association President and CEO Roger Isom, who outlined major concerns surrounding California agriculture heading deeper into 2026. Isom pointed directly to fuel prices, water policy, and regulatory burdens as some of the most damaging issues impacting growers. “We are at the precipice of either turning the corner and making things a lot better or really just completely sinking the Titanic,” Isom said. Fuel costs remain one of the largest frustrations for agriculture. While national gasoline prices remain significantly lower, California drivers continue paying far more due to taxes, regulations, and refinery challenges. “I paid 6.71 a gallon for gas for my truck,” Isom said. “That's two dollars more than everybody else is paying.” Water policy was another major focus throughout the interview. Isom argued that California's ongoing water shortages are largely tied to infrastructure failures and policy decisions rather than a lack of available water. “We need meaningful water storage,” he said, calling for expanded reservoirs, groundwater recharge projects, and improvements throughout the Delta. He also warned that current SGMA groundwater restrictions are already forcing farmers to fallow more acres, reduce production, and reconsider the future of their operations. “There's a lot more fallowed acres out there,” Isom explained. The discussion also touched on growing concerns over California's regulatory climate, including pesticide restrictions, air quality rules, labor regulations, and electrification mandates. Isom warned that California farmers are increasingly unable to compete with producers in other states and countries operating under far fewer restrictions. “We're losing farmers and we're going to lose more if we don't get this turned around,” he said. As California moves deeper into another hot summer season, agriculture leaders continue urging policymakers to prioritize food production, water infrastructure, and affordability before more farms disappear. Listen to the full interview below or on your favorite podcast app.

The 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 differ from crop to crop and region to region,” Rooney explained. One of the most pressing concerns discussed was California's push toward aggressive plastics regulation under SB 54, which aims to make all single-use plastics recyclable or compostable by 2032. Rooney noted that while the goal may be well-intentioned, the infrastructure needed to support such a shift simply does not exist today. “We simply do not have the infrastructure to ensure everything's going to be recycled,” she said. The regulation directly impacts agriculture, particularly in areas like food packaging, milk jugs, and nursery containers. Rooney explained that plastics play a critical role in food safety and crop protection, making it difficult to transition away without viable alternatives. “It's like buying a thousand dairy cows but not having a milk barn to milk them in,” she said, describing the disconnect between policy goals and practical implementation. Beyond plastics, Rooney pointed to broader cost pressures continuing to strain farmers, including labor, fuel, freight, and regulatory compliance. She stressed that these combined factors are making it increasingly difficult for small and mid-sized farms to remain viable in California. At the same time, the political landscape adds another layer of uncertainty. With the governor's race gaining momentum, Rooney said the outcome could significantly influence agriculture's future, particularly when it comes to regulatory reform and economic policy. “It's a pivotal year,” she said, noting that affordability and cost of living are becoming central issues for voters across the state. Rooney also highlighted the complicated relationship between state and federal policy, explaining that shifts at the national level often trigger opposing responses in California. This dynamic can create additional challenges for agriculture, especially when it comes to water, environmental regulation, and funding priorities. Despite the challenges, Rooney remains focused on advocating for practical solutions and ensuring farmers have a voice in policy discussions. She emphasized that education continues to be a major part of her work, helping bridge the gap between urban policymakers and rural agricultural realities. “Education is two-thirds of the job,” she said. As growers head deeper into the season, the combination of policy decisions, rising costs, and operational challenges will continue to shape the outlook for California agriculture. Listen to the full interview below or on your favorite podcast app.

At a Fresno forum, candidates debated regulations, water, and costs impacting California farmers.

It is a tough time to be a farmer. President Trump's tariffs last year raised many of the costs of farming and shrunk food exports. Threats of immigration raids have caused major labor shortages. And now, the closure of the Strait of Hormuz has sent the price of diesel and fertilizer skyrocketing. We talk about the new pressures on an already stressed agriculture industry in California, how farmers are coping and the impact it all may have on consumers. Guests: Dan Sumner, professor of Agricultural and Resource Economics, UC Davis; director, Agricultural Issues Center for the University of California Don Cameron, vice president and general manager, Terranova Ranch; president, California State Board of Food and Agriculture Stuart Woolf, president and CEO, Woolf Farming & Processing Alexis Maxwell, senior equity analyst, Bloomberg Intelligence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Exports to China fell sharply in 2025, according to new findings from agricultural economists.

The March 3 edition of the AgNet News Hour delivered one of the most candid conversations yet about the mounting pressures facing California agriculture. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill welcomed Dave Roberts of R7 Enterprises, a diversified grower in Woodlake farming cherries, citrus, lemons, pomegranates, Asian pears, avocados, and more. His message was clear: California farmers are doing everything right — but the system is making it harder and harder to survive. Roberts explained how global imports, shrinking marketing windows, and fewer major buyers are compressing profitability. In the lemon market alone, imports from the Southern Hemisphere have cut weeks out of California's traditional selling window. The result? More volume forced into a shorter time frame, softer prices, and in some cases, fruit left unharvested. “When fruit leaves my farm, everybody knows what they're going to get paid that day except for me,” Roberts said — a striking reality for any business owner. Beyond imports, consolidation is reshaping agriculture. Large retailers like Costco, Walmart, and Kroger dominate buying power, while smaller packers struggle to afford the new technology required to stay competitive. As packers consolidate, growers have fewer marketing options, often putting additional downward pressure on returns. Regulation remains another major challenge. Roberts estimates compliance costs are consuming roughly 20 percent of farm budgets. From labor and fuel to water policy and environmental mandates, the expenses continue climbing — without corresponding increases in farmgate prices. “The number one rule of sustainability is making a profit,” Roberts emphasized. Without profitability, there is no next generation. Water policy also dominated the discussion. Roberts voiced strong concerns about SGMA and the potential removal of productive farmland from use. With California already importing significant food, he questioned how reducing domestic production strengthens food security. “Food security is national security,” he said, urging policymakers to reconsider how water is stored, moved, and allocated. The conversation extended to labor reform, avocado imports, cartel-controlled production in Mexico, and the long-term future of small farming communities. Throughout the interview, one theme remained constant: farmers are willing to compete — but they need a level playing field. Roberts ended with a message of resilience, saying California agriculture “has to get better” because people depend on safe, nutritious food. For California farmers listening, the episode was more than an interview — it was a reflection of the real-world pressures many are feeling today.

Rice yields fell, lettuce virus cases rose and alfalfa producers struggled with low returns.

In this episode of Talk Dirt To Me, Logan Hanks and Bobby Lee are packing their bags and heading west to California for the American Farm Bureau National Convention, where they'll be performing a live podcast on Saturday, January 10th representing everyday farmers on a national stage. You can live stream it at FB.org! It's at 3pm PST.  But this episode isn't about glitz. It's about reality. Logan breaks down what the farm economy really looks like heading into 2026, and it's not pretty. After putting pencil to paper, even with drastically cut input costs, reduced equipment expenses, and average yields, the profit margins are razor-thin, barely enough to keep most operations alive. This is the side of farming no one wants to talk about. The guys also tackle California agriculture, sharing why they have deep respect for the farmers who choose to stay and fight for food production in a state that has made it increasingly difficult to operate. Politics may be broken, but California farmers aren't giving up. Then things get even more interesting… There are strong rumblings of a large government farm payment coming this fall, and Logan and Bobby break down what it could mean. Finally, they wrap with listener questions, including one that's got people wondering: Can you legally list a friend as the operator of your farm for a year to reset USDA beginner loan eligibility? That question alone could change how some farms survive. The Made in America segment this week features Fill-Rite Nozzles — rugged, American-made equipment farmers depend on when it matters most. If you want the truth about American agriculture, not the press-release version, this episode delivers it. Go check out Agzaga! It is the ultimate online farm store. American owned and operated. Go check out their site and get what you need. Be sure to use the code TalkDirt20 to get $20 off your order of $50 or more! Visit them at: https://agzaga.com 

A holiday reminder to honor California producers by keeping more food out of the trash.

State farm leaders say decades-old safety rules are stalling innovation as regulators weigh updates for driverless ag equipment.

In episode 235 of the Big Shot Bob Podcast, Robert Horry, Brandon Harper, and Rob Jenners discuss a range of basketball topics, including Robert Horry's house full of dogs, navigating traffic in LA, and the vibrant atmosphere caused by sports parades. They dive into the recent success of NBA teams, focusing on the Lakers' strong start, Ja Morant's suspension, and the state of the Memphis Grizzlies. Other discussions include the early season performance of the Oklahoma City Thunder and their strong defense, struggles of the Pelicans, and unexpected starts by other teams, like the Thunder and the Bulls. Additionally, they look at recent coaching changes and firings, touching on head coaches' struggles and successes in both NBA and college football, and the impact these have on the teams. The episode concludes with a fun game segment titled 'Fired Faster,' where they guess which coaches had the shortest tenures, both mid-season and over their careers.   00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:48 Navigating LA's Parade Traffic 01:09 The Joy of Sports Championships 01:38 Back-to-Back Championships 05:18 Memphis Grizzlies Drama 09:11 Ja Morant's Future in Memphis 13:55 NBA Coaching Styles 22:27 Lakers' Strong Start 28:43 Thunder's Impressive Defense 33:31 Analyzing the Pelicans' Struggles 37:16 NBA Fines and Player Conduct 38:50 NFL Trade Deadline Highlights 39:47 Trae Young's Injury Update 41:38 College Football Coaching Changes 44:51 College Football Playoff Predictions 50:43 Heroic Act of California Farmers 53:04 Fired Faster Game

The October 28 edition of the AgNet News Hour tackled the global marketplace head-on, as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill examined how trade policy, retail pricing, and foreign imports continue to shape the future of California farming. From beef and blueberries to almonds and freight logistics, the hour underscored that California's agriculture industry is both resilient and under siege. The program opened with updates on the Argentine beef dispute. The hosts replayed comments from Ethan Lane of the National Cattlemen's Beef Association, who discussed concerns that Argentine imports could drive down U.S. cattle prices just as producers begin recovering from pandemic-era losses. Lane emphasized that while the Trump administration's beef stabilization plan offers promise—focusing on herd rebuilding, processing expansion, and grazing access—import balance is crucial. “We can't afford to flood the market with foreign beef while our ranchers are still healing,” he said. Later in the show, Papagni caught up with Issa Kanda of FMC at the CAPCA Conference in Reno. Kanda described 2025 as “challenging but optimistic,” noting stable prices for walnuts and almonds, and a record pistachio crop. He highlighted FMC's portfolio of pest control tools for permanent crops, including Rime fungicide, which has shown 99% control of the new Red Leaf Blotch disease in almonds. “We can't let our guard down,” Kanda said. “Timing, scouting, and precision applications are everything.” At the FIRA USA Ag Automation Show in Woodland, the focus turned to innovation and labor challenges. Cameron Allison of Wild Goose Farms, a major blueberry grower from Florida, said he attended to explore automation that could offset rising labor costs. “Blueberries are still handpicked in most of the country,” Allison said. “We're racing to develop machines that can pick ripe fruit and leave the green ones. It's the next frontier.” He added that competition from Mexico and Peru continues to undercut U.S. growers, and urged stronger lobbying and retail accountability to keep domestic fruit viable. Papagni and McGill followed up with a passionate discussion on the role of retailers in the crisis. “You can't expect California farmers to compete with countries where water, labor, and safety standards are nowhere near ours,” McGill said. Papagni added that it's time for grocery chains to support domestic producers through fair pricing and seasonal sourcing campaigns. “If you can charge a premium for local or organic, you can do the same for California-grown,” he said. The hosts agreed that while foreign trade can fill seasonal gaps, the system is unbalanced. “We can't keep importing cheaper fruit and meat year-round and expect our own farmers to survive,” Papagni said. “It's not about protectionism — it's about fairness.”

“You Just Can't See Them From the Road” shares the real challenges facing the farmers and ranchers who keep California's rangelands alive.

The October 3 edition of the AgNet News Hour featured a passionate interview with Alexandra Duarte, a farmer, mother of four, and candidate for California's Fourth State Senate District. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill dug into Duarte's background, her vision for California agriculture, and her fight against policies she says are driving family farmers out of business. Duarte, who farms with her family in Stanislaus and El Dorado Counties, said her decision to run for office came from a desire to stop what she calls the “liberal policy agenda that's devastating us.” She credited her husband, Congressman John Duarte, with encouraging her to step into politics while their children continue managing the family nursery. “I can be that middle gap in Sacramento, a voice of common sense,” Duarte told listeners. At the heart of her campaign are water, regulations, and rural representation. Duarte insisted California does not have a water shortage, but a “Sacramento problem” created by policy failures. She called for dredging rivers and canals, building reservoirs, and increasing groundwater recharge to end manmade scarcity. “We live next to the tallest watershed in the world. We do not have a water issue,” she said. Duarte also blasted Proposition 50, warning that it would gerrymander rural voices out of federal representation. “If Prop 50 passes, the Valley loses its ability to fight in Washington,” she cautioned. On regulations, Duarte gave concrete examples of state overreach, including new laws requiring third-party certification for ranch gates and added costs for waste disposal in rural counties. “So many regulations seem okay, but they're not,” she said. “They pile up until it's impossible for farmers and small businesses to survive.” The conversation also touched on predators threatening livestock, the struggles of the trucking industry, and the importance of youth ag programs like FFA. Duarte said her mission is generational: “We want to hand the farm down to our children. All food grown in America is safe to eat, and American-grown food is the best thing we can do for our families.” For listeners, the message was clear: Duarte is campaigning on common sense, farm-first policies, and restoring California's agricultural strength. Listen to the full interview with Alexandra Duarte on the AgNet News Hour by clicking below, or on your favorite podcast app.

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The September 24 edition of the AgNet News Hour featured one of the program's most eye-opening interviews yet. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill welcomed Lisa Kerr, founder of Terrain Technologies, who laid out a stark picture of California agriculture's future if current policies continue unchecked. Kerr, who has deep family roots in California's oil and gas industry, connected her own experiences in Taft to the struggles farmers now face. She explained how state and federal policies, backed by billions in grant funding, have deliberately targeted industries like oil, gas, timber, and now agriculture. “They strategically go after landowners who are asset heavy and relentlessly pursue them until they get every last dime,” she warned. Water was a central theme of the conversation. Kerr argued California's shortages are a manmade crisis, worsened by policy failures and financial interests. With water being traded as a commodity and environmental groups wielding outsized influence, she cautioned that rural communities could soon face the same fate as Taft — once a thriving oil town, now struggling after restrictive policies forced wells to close. Kerr also raised concerns about California's push for electric trucks and solar panels on farmland. “If you're not ready for the automation and you push $450,000 electric trucks on farmers, you squeeze them to death,” she said. The same, she argued, goes for proposals to convert fertile ground into solar farms. “Water is the answer, not solar panels.” Despite the sobering outlook, Kerr pointed to opportunities. She highlighted new federal and NIFA grants that support ag innovators, encouraging farmers with bold ideas to pursue funding. Her company, Terrain Technologies, is working to defend agriculture and bring tools from AI and national security into farm operations. For Papagni and McGill, Kerr's story was both a warning and a rallying cry. “If you don't think they can take farming away from you, just look at Taft,” McGill said. Both hosts agreed that farmers must stay united, engaged, and proactive in defending California agriculture. Listen to the full conversation with Lisa Kerr on the AgNet News Hour by clicking below or on your favorite podcast app.

California Farmers Under Pressure: California agriculture continues to face mounting challenges, and Andrew Genasci, Executive Director of the San Joaquin Farm Bureau, says advocacy is more important than ever. Speaking on the AgNet News Hour, Genasci shared how his background as a fourth-generation dairyman gives him perspective when representing farmers on the front lines of political and regulatory battles. “I know what it's like when the milk pump breaks at 3 a.m. or when a calf needs pulling on a holiday,” Genasci explained. “That experience helps me connect with elected officials and remind them that farmers are small business owners who don't clock out when something goes wrong.” Over-regulation at the Core When asked about the biggest issues heading into 2025, Genasci pointed to overregulation. From water restrictions and burn bans to mounting labor costs and overtime rules, he says Sacramento continues to push policies that squeeze family farms. “You've got legislators looking at 2,000 bills a year, and many of them impact agriculture. At some point you have to ask if we really need all these new laws,” he said. The impact goes beyond farmers' bottom lines. Genasci emphasized that overregulation drives up grocery store prices for families. “When we ban insecticides or cut labor hours, those costs show up at the checkout line. California farmers produce the safest, healthiest food in the world, but we're competing against imports from countries that don't face the same restrictions.” Water, Land, and Labor Genasci highlighted water as the single most pressing concern. While 2014's Proposition 1 promised billions for new storage projects, little progress has been made. Farmers in the San Joaquin Valley are forced to make tough choices, from fallowing ground to converting farmland into solar developments under AB 1156. Labor is another hurdle. “Farmers are paying $20 an hour just to compete with McDonald's. Once you add overtime, you're looking at $30 to $40 an hour—costs that simply aren't sustainable,” Genasci said. The result is fewer hours for workers and an accelerated push toward automation and robotics. A Call for Advocacy Despite the frustration, Genasci is clear: the fight for California agriculture is not lost. He urges farmers to stay engaged with organizations like Farm Bureau. “If we're not at the table in Sacramento and D.C., someone else is. Whether it's environmental groups or labor groups, they're telling their story. We need to tell ours.” He also sees education as key, especially for future generations. Through scholarships, FFA, and 4-H, Farm Bureau works to connect youth with agriculture. “They may not all stay in farming, but they'll understand the responsibility and the value of what it takes to put food on the table,” he said. As California continues to grapple with regulation, water shortages, and shifting labor markets, Genasci remains committed to ensuring farmers have a strong voice: “God gave us the best land in the world to farm. If we're going to keep feeding America and the world, we've got to fight for it.”

California Farm Bureau members traveled to the state Capitol last month to advocate on issues such as the conservation of farmland, clean water laws and regulatory burdens farmers, and the Department of Homeland Security reverses guidance on immigration raids at farms, hotels, and restaurants.

With small farms making up the majority of U.S. agriculture, the American Farm Bureau Federation is pushing for policies that protect family-run operations. As California farmers face mounting challenges, new USDA attention could bring much-needed support.

California is known for being home to Hollywood and Silicon Valley. But the Golden State also has millions of acres of farmland, and we're exploring how technology is changing that landscape in a series this week about “Agtech Valley.”We visited HMC Farms with its farm manager Drew Ketelsen, who took us to an orchard of Lady Erin yellow peach trees trained to grow in narrow upright pillars rather than the usual rounded shape.

California is known for being home to Hollywood and Silicon Valley. But the Golden State also has millions of acres of farmland, and we're exploring how technology is changing that landscape in a series this week about “Agtech Valley.”We visited HMC Farms with its farm manager Drew Ketelsen, who took us to an orchard of Lady Erin yellow peach trees trained to grow in narrow upright pillars rather than the usual rounded shape.

Tariffs and retaliatory tariffs have California farmers doing what they can to preserve their relationships with foreign buyers, and USDA will lead a trade mission to Hong Kong May 12-16 to enhance market access and expand American ag exports.

Darcy B. and Darcy V. thought you could use a little refresh from all the election advertising, conversation, and in some instances, drama.  Just in time for the biggest food holiday of the year, Darcy V. and Darcy B. go over some fun Thanksgiving Dinner food facts.  Darcy V.  has been waiting to do this episode for over a year!  The Darcys share where the most popular holiday food comes from, how much in total receipts each item generates, and a multitude of other fun foodie facts! You'll be the hit of the party with this information! Spoiler alert – California Farmers are a big reason you enjoy those Thanksgiving family favorites.  So, while we all count our blessings this holiday, please take a moment and offer thanks for our California Farmers. Send us a textWe Grow California Podcast is paid for by the Exchange Contractors Federal PAC and Exchange Contractors State PAC and is not authorized by any candidate or candidate committee.

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California Farmers, ranchers and tribal members turn out recently to offer insights on an emergency regulation to set minimum flows on tributaries, and the four largest meatpackers were hit by a new price-fixing lawsuit from a group of small food distributors.

California Farmers, ranchers and tribal members turn out recently to offer insights on an emergency regulation to set minimum flows on tributaries, and the four largest meatpackers were hit by a new price-fixing lawsuit from a group of small food distributors.

After years of drought, some California farmers are planting agave, and with winter fast approaching, average gas prices declined again for the fifth straight week.

After years of drought, some California farmers are planting agave, and with winter fast approaching, average gas prices declined again for the fifth straight week.

Siyamak sits down with Sohan Samran, a farmer in Madera County. He discusses the challenges farmers are facing in California and shares how he was able to build a canal in this property to store some of the stormwater in the underground basin without any help from any government entity. "They want to downsize our agriculture footprint. It pushes small family farmers out of business. You have to spend $1 [million] to $2 million to get the permit. Cut the red tape, make it simpler."  ⭕️Watch in-depth videos based on Truth & Tradition at Epoch TV

PRI fellow in agriculture policy Pam Lewison joins us for a discussion of how this year's record rainfall has been both a blessing and a major challenge for California's farmers.  She also discusses federal and state policy debates and pending legal rulings that could significantly impact state water policy and California agriculture.

Farmers in California's San Joaquin Valley are being forced to bulldoze healthy nut and citrus trees and grapevines due to water shortages, and many electric vehicles don't come with AM radio and that's a big worry for farm broadcasters.

For decades, Mario Santoyo is someone who has fought hard for water for California Farmers. He describes the catastrophic nature of SGMA.

All Californians are feeling the effect of three-plus years of drought and the Morning Show with Nikki Medoro welcomes Joe Del Bosque of Del Bosque Farms to talk about the obstacles facing California farmers right now, including changing the kinds of fruits and vegetables grown. How can consumers help?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All Californians are feeling the effect of three-plus years of drought and the Morning Show with Nikki Medoro welcomes Joe Del Bosque of Del Bosque Farms to talk about the obstacles facing California farmers right now, including changing the kinds of fruits and vegetables grown. How can consumers help?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Paul meets with Mingle's Coconuts in Ojai, California to talk about their handcrafted fresh Thai coconuts, how the family got started in the coconut business, what it's been like operating at many Southern California Farmers Markets during COVID and the many artisan products they sell. 

This week, I speak with Kara Heckert, a regional director at the nonprofit American Farmland Trust. Its mission is to save America's farms and ranches. Kara works there on agricultural sustainability and natural resource conservation in California. America's farmers are facing some very real challenges right now. Wildfires, drought, loss of farmland, and a history of discrimination. In this episode, we look more closely at all these issues. 

Nearly half of California is mired in exceptional drought, including vast swaths of the Central Valley, which produces roughly 40% of the nation's fruits, vegetables and nuts. Water shortages in the region are having profound effects on growers, who are uprooting crops, letting fields lie fallow and turning their lands into solar farms and other uses. We'll hear from farmers about how the drought is affecting their operations and the steps they're taking to mitigate the worst impacts.

In today's My Ag Life in Citrus show, host Sabrina Halvorson facilitates a conversation between Casey Creamer, president and CEO of California Citrus Mutual and Eric Bream, President of Bream Family Farm. They discuss regulations the California farmer face, the Sustainable Groundwater Act (SGMA), and more.  

A fifth straight dry month is now officially in the books and farmers are warned to expect low supplies. Sabrina Halvorson talks with Cannon Michael of Bowles Farming about the current situation, farming with less water and what he's expecting for this year. We also have highlights from the California Walnut Board and Commission industry meeting and Commodity Classic.

In this episode, I speak with Carrie Isaacson and Mitchel Yerxa to learn more about the implications of Prop. 15. In this interview, you will get answers to questions such as why are California producers concerned? How will it affect small business owners? What will be the effect on consumers? Music: "Upbeat Party" by scottholmesmusic.com

When it comes to agricultural output, California is truly the cream of the crop. The Golden State produces one-third of the nation's vegetables and two-thirds of its fruit. And those grapes you're enjoying, either in a bowl or in a glass? Odds are they were grown on a California farm. While the California sunshine, mild temperatures, and fertile soil make for optimal growing conditions, there would be no California agricultural industry without hardworking farmers and farmworkers. They toil day in and day out all year long to cultivate everything from juicy oranges and peaches to crunchy almonds. In recognition of those tireless workers, California Grown has designated October California Farmer and Farmworker Month. To mark the occasion, California Now Podcast host Soterios Johnson interviews farmers located in two of the state’s richest agricultural regions—the Central Valley and the Central Coast. Johnson first learns about the family history and traditions of a multigenerational peach and stone-fruit farm outside of Fresno. He then talks with an urban winemaker based in Paso Robles who got her start cleaning wine cellars. After that, he chats with a Central Valley grape and almond farmer who has been working the fields for 50 years.

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How is the agriculture industry faring in the new normal? We look at how family farms are adjusting during shelter-in-place. Then, East Bay musicians share what it’s like to be LGBTQ in the pop-punk scene. And, we'll continue our "New Arrivals" series featuring local authors. Plus, we're remembering Oakland's Bonnie Pointer .

California produces more food than any other state in the nation. Over one-third of U.S. vegetables and two-thirds of U.S. fruits and nuts are grown in California. But drought, wildfire, and the impacts of climate change are increasing across the state. How are the farmers doing? And how are the young farmers doing? Lindsey talks with Mai Nguyen, Young Farmers' California Organizer, based in San Diego, who is also a heritage grain farmer, activist, and former climate researcher. Mai authored the 2019 California Young Farmers Report for the National Young Farmers Coalition which drops later this week.

Away from Home meals are up. What does that mean for California Farmers' income? We have the details. What are the Trump Administration's strategies for increasing rural prosperity? We've got that info, too. Have you heard about the California Farm Demonstration Network? We'll tell you all about it. When it comes to gophers versus drip irrigation, it's usually the gopher that wins. We have tips to put you on the winning side. And the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act is slowly being implemented in California. And for some California farms, the slower the better. We'll tell you why. All that, plus a report on the mushrooming, um growing,…mushroom business. It's all on today's KSTE Farm Hour. Let's get started!

Away from Home meals are up. What does that mean for California Farmers’ income? We have the details. What are the Trump Administration’s strategies for increasing rural prosperity? We’ve got that info, too. Have you heard about the California Farm Demonstration Network? We’ll tell you all about it. When it comes to gophers versus drip irrigation, it’s usually the gopher that wins. We have tips to put you on the winning side. And the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act is slowly being implemented in California. And for some California farms, the slower the better. We’ll tell you why. All that, plus a report on the mushrooming, um growing,…mushroom business. It’s all on today’s KSTE Farm Hour. Let’s get started!

I’m super excited to introduce my guest today who I think I have a lot in common with as she is also a Farmer’s wife and writer! I think we both have a passion for biographies! She’s written a book about some farms in California so I hope some listeners will learn about some farms in their own neighborhoods! (http://amzn.to/2vuk0m5) (http://amzn.to/2vuk0m5) Why We Farm: Farmers’ Stories of Growing Our Food and Sustaining Their Business (http://amzn.to/2vuk0m5) is a book for people who want to know the whole truth about life as a modern day farmer. Each chapter features a different model of farming. Farmers share the stories behind their work and their lives on the farm; the business side of production, the personal challenges they face, and words of advice for the would-be-farmer. The book asks hard questions and gives a reverent yet realistic picture of a thriving local food system. Elvira Di’Brigit is the farmer’s wife and cat-herder at The Gettleshtetl Gardens, where they grow organic olives, walnuts, and much more. She has been a resident of the Capay Valley for over 15 years. Becoming familiar with the valley’s landscapes and people is what inspired her to write Why We Farm (http://amzn.to/2kjGmCO) . The Farmers (Leapfrog Farm) Learn how one farmer makes a living from a one-acre crop. ( Cache Creek Lavender (http://www.cachecreeklavender.com/) ) (Full Belly Farm) Read about people who chose to start farming in their retirement. (Capay Valley Vineyards and Grumpy Goats Farm Olive Oil) See how livestock ranchers are adopting ecologically beneficial methods. (Skyelark Ranch, Riverdog Farm, and Pasture 42) I’m super excited to introduce my guest today who I think I have a lot in common with as she is also a Farmer’s wife and writer! I think we both have a passion for biographies! She’s written a book about some farms in California so I hope some listeners will learn about some farms in their own neighborhoods! Why We Farm (http://amzn.to/2kjGmCO) is a book for people who want to know the whole truth about life as a modern day farmer. Each chapter features a different model of farming. Farmers share the stories behind their work and their lives on the farm; the business side of production, the personal challenges they face, and words of advice for the would-be-farmer. The book asks hard questions and gives a reverent yet realistic picture of a thriving local food system. Elvira Di’Brigit is the farmer’s wife and cat-herder at (http://amzn.to/2kjGmCO) . (http://amzn.to/2kjGmCO) (http://amzn.to/2kjGmCO) Tell us a little about yourself. I like seeing your bio on your website, my husband does a lot of the farming and I come out and help sometimes. I used to go to Montana every summer. My grandparents lived in Coures d’Alene outside of Troy, MT I was lucky to spend the summers there. Spending the summers in the garden learning about homesteading animals big vegetable garden more about myself I grew up in the Bay Area in California when I had children really started looking around for a place to live a little healthier environment that’s how I got into the organic  Capay Valley good questions a lot of people who live near by have not even heard of CApay Valley it’s a little secret west of davis, sacramento about an hour California has a big central valley that takes up most of the state from the first foothills to the west napa valley one more set of hills 3 children 2 are all grown out of house a little older yep secrued this route to getting to the Capay Valley we found about it knowing about Wilbur Hot springs wilderness retreat space 10 miles north of the Capay Valley exploring looking for land Tell me about your first gardening experience? no, I think it was really with my grandparents actually moved from Brooklyn NY to Idaho Support this podcast

Be aware that a hearing at the California Supreme Court on Tues. Sept. 5 that could in essence force all California Farmers into UFW unionization.

The California Assembly passed AB1066, which is an ag overtime bill. It's puts a huge burden on California Farmers, which already pay overtime to their workers

RN and Professor of Public Health at University of San Francisco talks with us about the practice of using oil wastewater in California's Central Valley--to irrigate crops. And the oil companies are making a profit on the wastewater--they SELL, yes sell--to the farmers. Barbara talks about this and more about California oil production and the concerns nurses have about public health. This is a 3-part podcast.

Part 2: RN and Professor of Public Health at University of San Francisco talks with us about the practice of using oil wastewater in California's Central Valley--to irrigate crops. And the oil companies are making a profit on the wastewater--they SELL, yes sell--to the farmers. Barbara talks about this and more about California oil production and the concerns nurses have about public health. This is a 3-part podcast.

Part 1: RN and Professor of Public Health at University of San Francisco talks with us about the practice of using oil wastewater in California's Central Valley--to irrigate crops. And the oil companies are making a profit on the wastewater--they SELL, yes sell--to the farmers. Barbara talks about this and more about California oil production and the concerns nurses have about public health. This is a 3-part podcast.

This podcast explores how California Farmers are generously helping with donations of fresh produce to food banks

Ed Butowsky, wealth manager, financial advisor, and managing partner of Chapwood Investment Management, discusses how President Obama's executive action would block 5 million people from deportation and what the impact is on California farmers.

PatiCakes, Queen of Cannabis; Dr T, Sidekick; Kandice Hawes, Executive Director Orange County NORML, David James, Secretary Orange County NORML discuss with guest Dani of Sacramento, what is going on in Sacramento.................. The Farmer's Daughter restaurant and Bakery in Sacramento was raided in 2012 and police say they had 80 lbs of pot! Well it was something like 2 pounds! More lies & deceit to make a bust! And from what Dani says, the raids are still happening in Sacramento! Didn't they get the email from the government? BIG NEWS...........California Governor Jerry Brown signed Senate Bill 566 which will allow California Farmers to grow industrial Hemp upon federal approval........Maybe I won't have to have my Hemp Tote Bags "Made in China"!! Canada knows how to do it, they are pumping $1.3Billion into new pot growing project! Take notice United States, you are in the dark Ages!! Hey who turned the lights off? California indoor Growers blow out electrical lines in a "quiet" residential neighborhood in Stanislaus County. They used so much electricity that they overloaded the grid & burned through cables supplying the entire neighborhood!! WTF! America's First Hemp Crop Harvest In Almost 60 Years Begins In Colorado!! YAY!! Hemp Hemp Hooray!! Back in May, Springfield, Colo. farmer Ryan Lofin planted 55 acres of hemp -- the first hemp crop planted in the U.S. in nearly 60 years. Last week, Lofin and others harvested the historic hemp plants by hand as advocates watched. The passage of Amendment 64 in Colorado last November, which famously legalized marijuana for recreational use by adults, also allows for the commercial growing of hemp. And now that Attorney General Eric Holder recently announced that the Department of Justice will allow Colorado's new marijuana laws to go into effect, this harvest may be the symbolic first that restarts a once-booming American industry, if other farmers choose to follow Lofin's lead. "This is monumental for our industry," said Bruce Perlowin, chief executive of Hemp Inc., to The Denver Post back when Lofin first planted his crop. "It will unlock a clean industrial revolution that will be good for the economy, good for jobs and good for the environment." http://norml.org/ca/item/sacramento-norml http://hempradio.com/ http://orangecountynorml.org/ http://normlwomensalliance.org/ We love hearing from you at paticakes@hempradio.com Be Safe Be Smart Have a Fabulous Time!