Early American agriculture was influenced by more than just fertile land and hard work. The farming traditions and cultural practices brought by immigrants from Europe played a major role in …
Michael Gates Outlines Vision for California, Public Safety, and Agriculture in Exclusive Ag Meter Interview
Attorney General Candidate Says Restoring Law and Order Begins with Accountability California Attorney General candidate Michael Gates says restoring public trust in state government begins with accountability, public safety, and …
Michael Gates Pledges to Fight California Fraud and Support Agriculture
Michael Gates Says California Must End Waste, Fraud, and Heavy Regulation on Agriculture California’s agricultural community continues to face mounting challenges ranging from burdensome regulations to economic uncertainty. During the …
The Northwest Territory Opened the Door to America’s Westward Expansion
The Northwest Territory Fueled America’s Westward Growth The establishment of the Northwest Territory in 1788 marked a major turning point in American history, opening vast new lands for settlement and …
USDA Expands $35 Million Feral Swine Eradication Program to Protect Farms
USDA Announces New Funding to Combat Destructive Feral Swine America’s farmers and ranchers continue to battle one of agriculture’s most destructive invasive species: feral swine. During a recent interview with …
Khyle Aphay’s FFA Journey Shows the Power of Leadership and Opportunity
El Capitan FFA Student Represents California at National NextGen Agribusiness Conference For many students, FFA is an introduction to agriculture. For Khyle Aphay, an incoming senior at El Capitan High …
USDA Launches $35 Million Feral Swine Eradication Program to Protect Farms
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is investing $35 million to help combat one of agriculture’s most destructive invasive species. During today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour, USDA Under Secretary …
Marietta Became America’s First Permanent Settlement in the Northwest Territory
The westward expansion of the United States accelerated in 1788 when American pioneers crossed the Appalachian Mountains and established Marietta, Ohio, the first permanent American settlement in what was then …
California Specialty Crop Block Grant Program Funding Priorities on State Board Agenda
Funding priorities for the California Specialty Crop Block Grant Program will be among the key topics discussed during the next meeting of the California State Board of Food and Agriculture. A recent …
Part 2: Tom McClintock, California Governor’s Race Could Shape the Future of Agriculture
California’s 2026 gubernatorial election could be one of the most consequential in decades for farmers and ranchers, according to Congressman Tom McClintock. During a recent episode of the AgNet News …
U.S. Sheep Industry Outlook Remains Positive Despite Drought Challenges
The U.S. sheep industry outlook remains encouraging even as producers continue to battle widespread drought conditions across much of the country. A recent report highlighted how strong consumer demand and favorable market prices …
Westward Expansion After the Revolution: How Early American Pioneers Found Food and Survival
The First Wave of Westward Migration The conclusion of the American Revolutionary War marked the beginning of a new chapter in the nation’s history. With independence secured, thousands of settlers …
Tom McClintock Talks California Water, Farming, and Freedom
Tom McClintock Sounds the Alarm on California’s Future: Water, Agriculture, Energy, and Elections California’s affordability crisis, water shortages, mounting regulations, election integrity, and the future of agriculture were front and …
Why California’s 2026 Governor’s Race Matters to Agriculture
On a recent episode of the AgNet News Hour, Congressman Tom McClintock discussed why California’s upcoming gubernatorial election could have significant implications for the state’s agricultural industry. During the conversation, McClintock …