The March 9 edition of the AgNet News Hour featured two important conversations highlighting both the challenges and opportunities facing agriculture today. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill continued their …
Six Generations of Farming: Cannon Michael on Water, Innovation, and the Future of California Agriculture
California agriculture faces enormous pressure—from water shortages and rising regulations to uncertain markets. Yet farms like Bowles Farming Company continue to adapt, innovate, and feed millions of people. In a …
Ethnicity’s Role in Early American Agriculture
How German, Scottish, and Irish Traditions Shaped U.S. Farming In the development of American agriculture, ethnicity played a significant role in shaping farming practices, land use decisions, and even long-term …
Fertilizer: The Overlooked Revolution in American Agriculture
The Inventions That Transformed American Farming When we think about inventions that changed the face of American agriculture, several icons of innovation immediately come to mind. The steam engine. The …
Steve Hilton Lays Out Plan to Revive California Agriculture, Energy, and Water Policy
The March 5 edition of the AgNet News Hour featured a wide-ranging interview with Steve Hilton, a candidate for governor of California who says the state is at a turning …
640 Acres and a Fresh Start: Early Tennessee Land Grants
The Journey Beyond the Appalachian Mountains Once early settlers navigated the rough terrain of the Appalachian Mountains, they discovered vast stretches of undeveloped land in what is now central and …
Steve Hilton: “Help Is on the Way” for California Agriculture
California is at a crossroads — and according to gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton, the state’s farmers, ranchers, manufacturers, and energy producers are carrying the heaviest burden. In a wide-ranging interview, …
Stephanie Nash: From California to Tennessee, Fighting for American Agriculture
When it comes to passionate advocacy for American agriculture, Stephanie Nash is leading from the front. A fourth-generation dairy farmer now based in Tennessee, Stephanie has transformed her family’s legacy …
Sharing Knowledge on the Frontier: Early Agricultural Extension in America
Early American settlers faced a unique challenge: producing enough food and cash crops in unfamiliar lands with limited resources. In the absence of modern communications, these pioneers relied heavily on …
R7 Enterprises: Dave Roberts on Water, Lemons & California’s Farming Future
Out on the east side of the San Joaquin Valley near Woodlake, farming isn’t just a business — it’s a generational commitment. In a powerful Ag Meter conversation, Dave Roberts …
St. Genevieve: Early French Farming on the Mississippi
French Settlers Arrive on the Mississippi French settlers arrived at what is now St. Louis in the early 1700s. At that time, the Mississippi River Valley was a critical corridor …
More Than a Million Strong: How FFA Is Shaping America’s Future
The National FFA Organization continues to prove that agricultural education is not just about farming — it’s about building leaders for every industry. In a recent Ag Meter interview, Kristy …
Elaine Culotti Announces Run for California Governor, Calls for Economic Reset and Bipartisan Reform
California farmer and entrepreneur Elaine Culotti — widely known as the “Lipstick Farmer” — has officially entered the race for governor, launching a campaign centered on economic development, local control, …
Kern Oil: Rickey Bird on California’s Energy, Community, and the Human Cost
California stands at a pivotal crossroads, where energy policy, agriculture, and local economies collide. Few understand this better than Rickey Bird, director and writer of the new documentary Kern Oil. …