As settlers moved westward across North America, agriculture became the foundation of survival, economic growth, and community development. Early American agriculture was not built by a single culture or group …
Steve Malanca: California Almond Crop May Tighten as Water Challenges Continue
Strong Almond Prices and Water Concerns Shape 2026 Outlook California almond growers are entering the 2026 season with cautious optimism as stronger prices, manageable inventories, and steady global demand help …
California Almond Outlook, Water Storage, and Agriculture’s Future
Steve Malanca Joins the AgNet News Hour to Discuss Almond Markets, Water Policy, and California Agriculture California agriculture faces no shortage of challenges and opportunities heading into the second half …
State Fairs: A Tradition Rooted in Agricultural Competition
For generations, agriculture has been at the heart of American communities, and one of the most enduring traditions to emerge from rural life is the State Fair. What began as …
USDA Invests $105 Million in New World Screwworm Research and Response Effort
The fight against New World Screwworm is receiving a major boost as USDA launches an ambitious research initiative aimed at protecting U.S. livestock from one of the most damaging animal …
Salinas-Watsonville Strawberry Quality Improves as Growers Reach Peak Production
Strawberry growers in California’s key Salinas-Watsonville growing region are seeing improvements in fruit quality after weather-related challenges earlier in the season, but market conditions remain difficult. A recent report highlighted how …
Daniel Jackson on Family Tree Farms, Blueberries, Water, and California Agriculture’s Future
Nearly a Century of Farming Excellence Meets Modern Agricultural Challenges When it comes to California tree fruit and blueberries, few voices carry as much weight as Daniel Jackson, President of …
Family Tree Farms’ Daniel Jackson Discusses Water, Farming Future, and California Agriculture
Family Tree Farms Vice President Daniel Jackson says California agriculture faces significant challenges from water policy uncertainty, but he remains optimistic about the future of farming and the next generation …
Cotton’s Early Roots in America: From Columbus to the Cotton Gin
The Rise of Cotton in Early American Agriculture Cotton has played a pivotal role in shaping the history of American agriculture, becoming one of the nation’s most influential and economically …
Family Tree Farms Navigates Early Season, Market Shifts, and Water Challenges
Family Tree Farms is seeing one of the earliest fruit seasons in recent memory, creating unique opportunities and challenges as California growers navigate changing weather patterns, market conditions, and long-term …
Beef Industry Faces Questions as Processing Capacity Shifts and Herd Expansion Looms
Recent announcements from JBS USA regarding the closure of two facilities in Pennsylvania and Tennessee are fueling broader discussions about the future of U.S. beef processing capacity and cattle herd …
U.S. Cotton Crop Progress Continues Despite Delays in Texas
The latest U.S. cotton crop progress report shows planting activity moving steadily forward across much of the country, although weather-related delays continue to affect some key production areas. During a …
New Export Accelerator Program Aims to Help California Specialty Crop Companies Grow Globally
California specialty crop businesses looking to expand their international reach now have access to a new training opportunity designed to help them move beyond basic export readiness. A recent report highlighted …
From Massey-Harris to Massey Ferguson: The Evolution of an Agricultural Icon
For more than a century, the Massey name has been synonymous with agricultural innovation. From its beginnings as a manufacturer of threshing machines to becoming one of the most recognizable …