A Remarkable Discovery Along the Missouri River In March 2017, an ordinary day of fieldwork turned into an extraordinary moment in modern agricultural history. According to this edition of the …
Huma Highlights Water-Saving Potential of SURF-MAX® Technology
As California growers face increasing pressure to improve water efficiency, companies are continuing to develop tools aimed at maximizing every irrigation pass. Fred Nichols, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer for …
Edward Ring Warns California Energy Policies Are Driving Up Gas Prices and Hurting Agriculture
The AgNet News Hour continued its special four-part interview series with California Policy Center Director of Water and Energy Policy Edward Ring, this time shifting focus from water to the …
The Oregon Trail: A Path That Shaped American Agriculture
The Oregon Trail remains one of the most important transportation routes in American agriculture history. Stretching approximately 2,170 miles from Missouri to Oregon, the trail helped open the American West …
Edward Ring Series Continues as California Water Debate and Governor Race Intensify
The AgNet News Hour continued its special multi-part interview series with California water and energy policy expert Edward Ring, diving deeper into the state’s ongoing water crisis, Delta management failures, …
The Illinois River: A Historic Waterway in American Agriculture
The Illinois River holds an important place in American agriculture history and the development of the Midwest. Stretching 273 miles across the state of Illinois, the river served as a …
Early Spider Mite Control Critical in Tree Fruit and Nut Crops
Spider mites remain a consistent challenge for California tree fruit and tree nut growers, often flaring up as temperatures rise and pest management programs shift throughout the season. Todd Burkdoll, …
California Water Debate Intensifies as Edward Ring Pushes Major Reforms for Farmers and the Delta
The AgNet News Hour focused heavily on California’s growing water crisis and the political battle surrounding agriculture, featuring an extended interview with water policy expert Edward Ring on the future …
The Colorado River: Lifeline of the American West
For generations, the Colorado River has shaped the landscape, economy, and agricultural success of the American West. Stretching across rugged mountains, deep canyons, and desert valleys, the river is far …
Organic Farming, Regenerative Agriculture, and Innovation Shape the Future of California Farming
The AgNet News Hour continued its in-depth conversation with Homegrown Organic Farms Category Director Stephen Paul, focusing on regenerative organic farming, shifting consumer trends, marketing innovation, and the long-term future …
When Rural America Waited for Power
Life on the Farm Before Electricity As late as the mid-1930s, nearly nine out of every ten rural homes in America still lived without electric service. While cities across the …
California Farming at a Crossroads: Stephen Paul Sounds the Alarm on Water, Labor & the Future of Organic Agriculture
California agriculture is facing one of the most challenging and transformational periods in its history — and few people understand that reality better than Stephen Paul of Homegrown Organic Farms. …
Organic Farming, Water Policy, and Innovation Drive California Agriculture Conversation
The AgNet News Hour featured an extended conversation with longtime grower and Homegrown Organic Farms Category Director Stephen Paul, covering everything from organic farming challenges and labor shortages to water …
How Franklin Roosevelt Helped Bring Electricity to Rural America
The Beginning of Rural Electrification In the early 1930s, much of rural America lived without electricity. While cities were rapidly modernizing with electric lights, refrigeration, and indoor plumbing, many farming …