Several inches of varying forms of precipitation are expected over the next week as an atmospheric river establishes itself over the northern half of the Western U.S. Rod Bain has more. …
American Agriculture History Minute: Ethnicity in Early Agriculture
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Ethnicity made a big difference in early American agriculture. German Americans, for example, brought with them practices and traditions that were …
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 11-21-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. Today’s show starts with Russell Taylor, Vice President of Live Earth Products, who discusses humates and fulvic acid. Next, we’re …
Almond Update: Elizabeth Watkins on Bridging Farming, Food, and Education
Elizabeth Watkins, a multifaceted talent from Linden, California, combines her passions for agriculture, cooking, and education to inspire others. Known as a media personality, chef, and former Chopped Junior champion, …
BeeHero: Revolutionizing Pollination Through Technology
BeeHero, a startup founded in 2017 and operating in Israel and California, is using technology to transform agricultural pollination. The company provides precision pollination services, working with both beekeepers and …
Signup for Agricultural Conservation Easement Program Continues
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) reminds landowners and eligible entities that signup continues for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP). While those interested can …
Hunger Crisis in America: Feeding America CEO Urges Action
The United States is facing its highest levels of food insecurity since the 2008-2009 economic downturn, according to Claire Babineaux-Fontenot, CEO of Feeding America. In a recent interview, Babineaux-Fontenot revealed …
American Agriculture History Minute: British Attempt to Restrict Westward Movement
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Westward expansion in the U .S. did not come easy or did not come early on. The British Empire attempted to …
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 11-20-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show we’re joined by Francie Tolle, who is the USDA Risk Management Agency Deputy Administrator for Compliance Listen …
Sabrina Halvorson Honored as 2024 Farm Broadcaster of the Year
Sabrina Halvorson, a distinguished voice in agricultural journalism, has been named the 2024 Farm Broadcaster of the Year by the National Association of Farm Broadcasters (NAFB). This prestigious recognition highlights …
USDA to Gather 2024 Crop Data from California Producers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (USDA/NASS) will soon start collecting information for its 2024 Agricultural Survey. Beginning in late November, over 2,000 producers across California will …
California Congressman Joins Hurricane Damage Tour in Southeast
Representative Doug LaMalfa (CA-01) joined a bipartisan group of lawmakers on a tour of agricultural damage in Florida and Georgia caused by Hurricanes Milton and Helene. The visit, organized by …
Vilsack Spotlights Ag in Climate Mitigation at COP29
The Agriculture Secretary discussed various U.S. agricultural focused efforts in climate mitigation and economic development during Tuesday’s highlight day on ag at the United Nations Climate Change Conference. Rod Bain …
American Agriculture History Minute: Draft Horses Imported for Farm Work
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Horses and oxen provided a lot of the power on American farms until the mid -1800s. Oxen were too slow to …