I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Anna Baldwin is part of American agriculture history. In 1879, she patented the first milking machine that replaced hand milking. Her …
Almond Growers Face Challenges with Botrytis and Hull Rot
As almond growers in California navigate the season, they continue to battle two major fungal diseases: botrytis and hull rot. According to Cassandra Rieser, Technical Service Manager for UPL, these …
AgNet News Hour Monday, 02-24-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. In this episode of the AgNet News Hour, hosts Sabrina Halvorson and Lorrie Boyer discuss the latest updates on the …
Applications Open for California Agricultural Leadership Program Class 55
The California Agricultural Leadership Foundation (CALF) is now accepting applications for Class 55 of the California Agricultural Leadership Program (CALP), a premier leadership development initiative for mid-career professionals in the …
2024 Vegetable Production Report Reveals Significant Shifts
The 2024 Vegetable Production Report revealed significant shifts in crop yields and market values. Key declines included asparagus, snap peas, and sweet corn, while cantaloupes, cauliflower, and honeydew melons saw …
Sedgwick Brand Protection Report Reveals Thousands of Recalls
In 2025, the Sedgwick brand protection report revealed 3,232 recalls across five industries, marking the second-highest annual total in six years. Despite this, the number of defective products decreased to …
Ranking Members of Agriculture Committees Demand Answers on Food Aid Disruptions
The Ranking Members of the Senate and House Agriculture Committees are seeking answers from the Trump administration regarding disruptions to international food aid programs. Senator Amy Klobuchar and Representative Angie …
AgTechX Ed Summit Coming Up
The AgTechX Ed Summit is coming to the College of the Desert March 27. It will include three panel covering the following topics: Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2025Protecting …
American Agriculture History Minute: Railroads Helped Change Colorado Agriculture
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. After a long dry trek across what is now Nebraska and Kansas, early settlers saw little or no value when crossing …
AgNet News Hour Friday, 02-21-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. In this episode of the AgNet News Hour, we hear from the new U.S. Agriculture Secretary, Brook Rollins, at her …
CDFA Office of Farm to Fork Accepting Grant Applications
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Office of Farm to Fork is accepting grant applications for the Farm to Community Food Hubs Program, with a deadline of April …
India Market, Increasing Demand on American Suppliers
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American Agriculture History Minute: Future Bright for Colorado After Discovery of Gold, Silver, and the Railroad
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Early settlers found a lot to like once they crossed the Appalachians and settled in states like Ohio, Illinois, Indiana, and …
Learn More about the Various Benefits of EQIP
We’ve talked many times about the various benefits found through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP). USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) wants to remind agricultural producers they can provide financial and technical assistance …