Best AgNet West Radio Network Podcasts (2025)

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California Farmers Confront Global Competition and Retail Pressure on AgNet News Hour 48:05

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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 …

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From Citrus Greening to Ag Robotics: California Faces the Future of Farming 48:05

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The October 27 edition of the AgNet News Hour delivered a mix of urgency and innovation, as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill discussed California’s expanding HLB citrus quarantine, the latest autonomous robotics technology, and the insights of UC Agriculture & Natural Resources (UC ANR) and The Reservoir founder Danny Bernstein on the state’s far…

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Beef Plan, Spray Tech, and AI: California Ag Eyes Relief and Reinvention 48:05

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The October 24 edition of the AgNet News Hour blended policy, technology, and on-the-ground perspective to close out a packed week for California agriculture. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill opened with encouraging news for cattle producers: USDA released a multifaceted plan aimed at stabilizing the beef sector and easing price pressure on consu…

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California Ag Tech on Display: TK, Bayer Crop Science, and John Deere’s GUSS Steal the Show 48:05

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The October 23 edition of the AgNet News Hour was packed with innovation, insight, and a deep look at the future of farming — from fertilizer and fungicides to fully autonomous sprayers. Broadcasting from the FIRA USA Ag Automation Show in Woodland and the CAPCA Conference in Reno, hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill spotlighted some of the biggest …

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CAPCA 2025: PCAs, Innovation, and Leadership Take Center Stage 48:05

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The October 22 edition of the AgNet News Hour captured the energy and innovation coming out of this year’s CAPCA Conference in Reno, Nevada, with hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill sharing highlights from interviews with some of California agriculture’s most influential voices — including Ruthann Anderson, Dr. Lauren Fann, and Raquel Gomez. Papagni…

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Todd Snider Takes the Helm at Kern County Farm Bureau, Calls for Smarter Water Policy and Farm Advocacy 48:05

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The October 21 edition of the AgNet News Hour featured Todd Snider, the newly elected president of the Kern County Farm Bureau, in a wide-ranging interview that captured the passion, perspective, and urgency driving California agriculture today. Snider, a lifelong Bakersfield resident and former national champion mountain biker, brings competitive …

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Pumpkin Power and Precision Tech: California Agriculture Shines on AgNet News Hour 48:05

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The October 20 edition of the AgNet News Hour celebrated two sides of California agriculture — tradition and technology — with guests Brian Van Groningen of Van Groningen & Sons and Gabe Sibley, CEO of Verdant Robotics. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill blended the warmth of fall harvest with the excitement of ag innovation, reminding listeners wh…

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Verdant Robotics and Van Groningen & Sons Showcase Innovation and Tradition on AgNet News Hour 48:05

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The October 17 edition of the AgNet News Hour celebrated both the future and heritage of California agriculture, featuring Gabe Sibley, CEO of Verdant Robotics, and Brian Van Groningen of Van Groningen & Sons, one of the most respected multi-generational farming families in the Central Valley. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill called it a “perfect…

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Bill Jones: “California Will Come Back Stronger Than Ever” 48:05

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The October 16 edition of the AgNet News Hour featured a powerhouse guest, Bill Jones, former California Secretary of State, lifelong West Side farmer, and one of the most respected political figures in Central Valley history. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill continued their “Hall of Fame Week” series with Jones, who offered rare perspective on t…

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Nat DiBuduo, the “Godfather of Grapes,” on the Future of California Wine and Farming 48:05

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The October 15 edition of the AgNet News Hour featured one of California agriculture’s most respected voices: Nat DiBuduo, former Allied Grape Growers president and lifelong champion of California’s wine industry. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill welcomed DiBuduo for an honest discussion about the past, present, and uncertain future of the state’…

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Ag Innovation and PCA Leadership: Priscilla Koepke and Mando Perez on AgNet News Hour 48:05

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The October 14 edition of the AgNet News Hour showcased two powerful voices shaping the future of California agriculture — Priscilla Koepke, CEO of F3 Innovate, and Mando Perez, Southern California PCA with Semios and this year’s CAPCA Member of the Year. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill led conversations that connected the past, present, and fut…

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Karen Ross Talks Water, Regulation, and Prop 50 Silence on AgNet News Hour 48:05

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The October 13 edition of the AgNet News Hour delivered one of the most important interviews of the season as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill sat down with California Agriculture Secretary Karen Ross. The discussion, recorded at Reedley College, covered water storage, regulation, labor, and the growing tension between Sacramento and Central Vall…

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Elaine Culotti, the “Lipstick Farmer,” Warns Farmers on Prop 50 and California’s Mismanagement 48:05

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The October 10 edition of the AgNet News Hour featured a fiery interview with Elaine Culotti, known to many as the “Lipstick Farmer” and star of Undercover Billionaire. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill welcomed her back for a wide-ranging conversation on politics, farming, and California’s future. Culotti, who farms in Fallbrook, has become a nat…

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David Tangipa Slams Insurance Commissioner and Prop 50 on AgNet News Hour 48:05

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The October 9 edition of the AgNet News Hour brought another fiery interview with Assemblyman David Tangipa, who joined hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill to expose corruption in Sacramento and rally California farmers against Proposition 50. Tangipa revealed shocking details about Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara, accusing him of billing taxpay…

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Shannon Douglass Doubles Down on Prop 50 Opposition 48:05

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The October 8 edition of the AgNet News Hour featured another powerful conversation with Shannon Douglass, president of the California Farm Bureau, who returned to the show to sound the alarm about Proposition 50 and its potential consequences for rural California . Douglass explained that Prop 50 would suspend California’s Independent Redistrictin…

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Mando Perez of Semios Named CAPCA Member of the Year 48:05

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Corey Broad of Avid Water on California’s Fixable Water Crisis 48:05

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Alexandra Duarte Pledges to Fight for California Farmers in State Senate Run 48:05

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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 …

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Raisin Industry Legends Warn of Challenges and Chart a Path Forward 48:05

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The October 2 edition of the AgNet News Hour was dedicated to the raisin industry — past, present, and future. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill sat down with three icons of the raisin world: Kalem Barsarian, longtime president of the Raisin Bargaining Association, Dwayne Cardoza, current vice chairman of the RBA, and Mark McCormick, CEO of Nation…

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Kevin Kester on Cattle, Wolves, and the Fight to Keep Family Ranches Alive 48:05

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The October 1 edition of the AgNet News Hour featured a wide-ranging conversation with Kevin Kester, a fifth-generation rancher from Parkfield, California, and former president of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill highlighted Kester’s experience in both California ranching and national policy, bringing li…

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Pistachio Harvest Update and Fair Season Fun on AgNet News Hour 48:05

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The September 30 edition of the AgNet News Hour mixed lighthearted fair talk with serious updates on California’s pistachio industry. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill opened the show with reminders to get out and support FFA and 4-H students at the upcoming Fresno Fair, before pivoting to an in-depth conversation with Rich Kreps, pistachio grower…

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John Duarte Shares Bold Nursery Innovations and Warns of Prop 50 Threat 48:05

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The September 29 edition of the AgNet News Hour kicked off the week with a deep dive into the future of California agriculture. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill sat down with John Duarte, president of Duarte Nurseries, for a conversation that blended innovation, new crops, and urgent political warnings. Duarte, whose family nursery dates back to …

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California Farm Bureau’s Shannon Douglas Tackles Prop 50, Farm Bill, and the Future of Farming 48:05

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The September 26 edition of the AgNet News Hour closed out the week with one of the state’s most important agricultural voices. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill welcomed Shannon Douglas, president of the California Farm Bureau, for a wide-ranging conversation on water, regulation, trade, and the survival of California’s family farms. Douglas, a f…

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Mike Harvey and Lorenzo Rios Share Powerful Stories on AgNet News Hour 48:05

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The September 25 edition of the AgNet News Hour featured two guests with deep roots in the Central Valley, both offering powerful perspectives on the challenges — and the future — of California agriculture. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill first welcomed Mike Harvey, a Bakersfield native whose family once farmed in Delano, and later sat down with…

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Lisa Kerr Warns of Policy Threats and Fights for California Farmers 48:05

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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…

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Freight Crisis, Regulations, and the Future of Trucking in California 48:05

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The September 23 edition of the AgNet News Hour zeroed in on a topic not often heard on farm radio: freight. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill welcomed Mark Woods Jr. and Jose Nunez from Wildwood Express Trucking for a frank discussion on the state of California’s trucking industry — and what it means for farmers. The show opened with an update on…

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Beef Prices, Prop 12, and Holiday Meat Trends on AgNet News Hour 48:05

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The September 22 edition of the AgNet News Hour kicked off the week with a focus on California agriculture’s staple proteins — beef, pork, poultry, and turkeys — as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill welcomed Darren Hill, sales manager at JD Food and a former five-star chef. Known as Nick’s go-to expert on all things meat, Hill broke down the reali…

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Edward Ring Brings Water Solutions to the AgNet News Hour 48:05

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The September 19 edition of the AgNet News Hour wrapped up the week with powerful insights into California’s most pressing issue: water. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill welcomed Edward Ring, Director of Energy and Water Policy at the California Policy Center, for what they called one of the program’s “top powerhouse interviews.” The show opened …

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Innovation, Water, and Politics Take Center Stage in California Ag 48:05

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The September 18 edition of the AgNet News Hour delivered a mix of innovation, politics, and pressing issues for California farmers. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill covered everything from wildfire impacts on vineyards to a major upcoming ag conference, and even sat down with a fourth-generation poultry producer turned gubernatorial candidate. T…

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California Dairy Relief, Ag Policy Battles, and a Turning Point for Farmers 48:05

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California agriculture was front and center on the September 17 edition of the AgNet News Hour, as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill broke down the latest developments impacting farmers across the Golden State. From much-needed dairy relief to hard-hitting political battles in Sacramento, this episode delivers insight every producer should hear. T…

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My Job Depends on Ag: How a Grassroots Sticker Campaign Grew Into a Movement Supporting California Agriculture 48:05

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My Job Depends on Ag: On today’s AgNet News Hour, Nick Papagni and Josh McGill highlighted the power of grassroots advocacy in agriculture with guest Steve Malanka, co-founder of the “My Job Depends on Ag” campaign. What began as a simple blue sticker has grown into one of the most recognizable marketing efforts in California agriculture—uniting fa…

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Big News for Dairy and Almond Growers: USDA Announces $1 Billion Relief Program, Almond Yields Down 48:05

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It was a packed Monday on the AgNet News Hour as hosts Nick Papagni, the Ag Meter, and Josh McGill delivered a show full of breaking updates for California agriculture. From shifting almond yields to critical relief for the dairy sector, farmers had plenty to tune in for. Almond Industry Update Nick sat down with Steve Malanka of West Valley Haulin…

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Diversification, Water, and Innovation: Jake Barcellos on Sustaining California Farming for the Next Generation 48:05

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On today’s AgNet News Hour, Nick Papagni and Josh McGill spoke with Jake Barcellos of A-Bar Ag Enterprises, a fourth-generation farmer based in the Los Banos–Firebaugh area. Barcellos shared how his family’s diversified operation is navigating California’s regulatory, water, and labor challenges while keeping an eye on the future. Farming a Wide Ra…

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Tariffs, Trade, and Table Grapes: Richard Matoian Shares Insights on California Farming Challenges 48:05

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On today’s AgNet News Hour, Nick Papagni and Josh McGill sat down with Richard Matoian, former president of American Pistachio Growers and now co-operator of Matoian Brothers Farming in Easton. With decades of experience in both commodity leadership and hands-on farming, Matoian offered a unique perspective on the intersection of policy, trade, and…

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California Wine Month Highlights Sustainability and Innovation: Julie Berge of the Wine Institute Shares Industry Outlook 48:05

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On today’s AgNet News Hour, Nick Papagni and Josh McGill celebrated California Wine Month with special guest Julie Berge of the Wine Institute. Berge, who recently joined the Institute, shared her enthusiasm for an industry steeped in tradition yet looking boldly toward the future. California’s Global Wine Standing Berge highlighted the scale of Ca…

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From Olives to Almonds: Melissa Oberti Shares Her Family’s Farming Legacy 48:05

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On today’s AgNet News Hour, Nick Papagni and Josh McGill welcomed Melissa Oberti, a third-generation Central Valley farmer from Madera, to share her family’s story and the challenges facing small growers in California. The Legacy of Oberti Olives For decades, the Oberti family was synonymous with olives in the Central Valley. Starting in the 1930s,…

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California Ag Battles: Water, Solar, and Farmland Futures 43:28

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Ongoing Struggles Over Land and Water California agriculture continues to face pressure from regulatory uncertainty, land use conflicts, and unresolved water projects. In a recent episode of the AgNet News Hour, hosts Nick Papagni and Lorrie Boyer broke down some of the most pressing challenges farmers are up against, from stalled water infrastruct…

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California Agriculture: Fires, Wolves & Farm Labor Reform 43:17

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Opening Reflections and California Concerns The AgNet News Hour began with hosts Nick Papagni and Lorrie Boyer sharing lighthearted Friday greetings before shifting to California’s serious agricultural challenges. Papagni noted worsening Central Valley air quality caused by wildfires, likening the smoke to winter fog. He warned that tensions betwee…

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California Agriculture at a Crossroads 38:58

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Morning Reflections and California’s Challenges The AgNet News Hour with Nick Papagni and guest host Lorrie Boyer began lightheartedly, reflecting on post-Labor Day routines, before quickly turning to the serious challenges facing California agriculture. Recent thunderstorms in the Central Valley brought rare lightning-sparked fires near Madera, wh…

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California Agriculture: Don Cameron on Labor, Water, and Innovation 38:59

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Today on the AgNet NewsHour, Nick Papagni and Lorrie Boyer hosted Don Cameron, President of the California State Board of Food and Agriculture, to discuss the many challenges and opportunities facing California farmers today. Cameron, who also manages his own farms in the Biola area, shared expert insights from both a policy and practical farming p…