…on Organic Farming, Automation & the Future of Agriculture The Rise of Organic Agriculture Organic farming continues to grow across the U.S., and John Deere’s tools are designed to support…
Land IQ Insights: Mapping California Crops for Smarter Ag Decisions
…planning and regulatory compliance. Supporting Growers and Organizations Rather than directing growers on farming decisions, Land IQ works with umbrella organizations such as commodity boards, irrigation districts, and water agencies….
California Agriculture: Water, Crop Markets & 2025 Outlook
…explained how growers are improving water use through advanced monitoring, satellite data, and soil-health strategies. He highlighted SGMA-driven land changes and stressed that California farming is not declining — it’s…
Kansas State University: The First Morrill Act Land-Grant College and Its Civil War Origins
…for an institution focused on scientific education, farming innovation, and community development. This forward-thinking approach would soon pay off. The Push to Convert Blue Mount Central College Also in 1861,…
How Early Agriculture Shaped Ohio: Indigenous Roots to 19th-Century Farming
…the long-established agricultural practices of Indigenous communities—helped shape the rich Ohio agriculture history we recognize today. Indigenous Farming Traditions in Early Ohio Long before European settlement, American Indian tribes were…
Regulations, Water Challenges, and the 2026 Outlook: Roger Isom on the AgNet News Hour
…operating freely. Increasing paperwork burdens take time away from actual farming. Water, Energy, and Affordability Pressures Groundwater restrictions are enforced ahead of SGMA 2040 benchmarks. Funding gaps prevent critical infrastructure…
AgNet News Hour: Midweek Agriculture Insights & Industry Headlines
…episode covered everything from winter health habits to major ag policy issues, commodity challenges, and new breakthroughs shaping U.S. farming. Seasonal Trends, Food Costs & Community Life Nick and Lorrie…
The Origins of the Deere & Mansur Corn Planter
AI image generated by ChatGPT A Landmark Innovation in American Agriculture In this edition of the American Agriculture History Minute, Mark Oppold highlights a pivotal development in mid-19th century farming…
Inside Butte County Agriculture: Education, Community, and Critical Issues
…strategic way to educate children and their families about agriculture as they study these specialized words at home. The Future of California Farming: Insights from Butte County Farm Bureau’s Colleen…
Land-Grant Universities: History & Native American Colleges
…founded colleges and universities that became central to agricultural research, rural development, and community outreach, shaping the landscape of American education and farming for generations. New Additions to the Land-Grant…
Navigating California’s Agricultural Regulations: Insights from Bryan Little of the California Farm Bureau
…changes. Little acknowledges that progress is slow but emphasizes the need to continue advocating for regulatory updates to reflect technological advancements and the realities of modern farming. The Challenge of…
California Agriculture News: Labor, Automation, and Policy Updates – AgNet News Hour
…of rural agricultural issues. Both hosts highlighted that policymakers with real-world business or farming experience are rare, making informed decision-making for agriculture challenging. Nick suggested initiatives like “Ag 101” boot…
California Agave Farming: Stuart Woolf’s Vision for Sustainable Agriculture
…with agave cultivation. A Family Farming Legacy in Fresno County Stuart Woolf’s family farming journey began in 1974 when his father purchased farmland on the west side of Fresno County…
John Duarte on California’s Future: Agriculture, Leadership & Change
…sat down with John Duarte—farmer, nursery leader, and former congressman—for a candid discussion about California’s political climate, agricultural innovation, and the future of farming families across the state. The conversation,…