As agriculture continues to navigate economic challenges, policy uncertainty, labor concerns, and emerging livestock threats, the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) remains focused on advocating for farmers and ranchers while …
American Farm Bureau Highlights Advocacy, Mental Health, and Convention Planning
The American Farm Bureau Convention remains one of the most important gatherings for farmers and ranchers across the country, bringing together agricultural leaders, producers, and industry advocates to discuss the issues shaping …
From Threshers to Tractors: The Origins of Massey-Harris
The Early Roots of a Farm Equipment Giant The history of modern agricultural machinery is filled with innovators who transformed farming from labor-intensive work into a more efficient and productive …
Senator Schiff Pushes for Expanded Support for Specialty Crop Growers
Support for specialty crop producers was a key topic during a recent discussion between California Senator Adam Schiff and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins. The conversation focused on the challenges facing …
Texas Battles the Return of the New World Screwworm: Texas Farm Bureau’s Gary Joiner Shares the Latest with the Ag Meter Nick Papagni
The return of the New World Screwworm to Texas has become one of the biggest agricultural stories of 2026, raising concerns among livestock producers, pet owners, and consumers across the …
Windmills and American Agriculture: Powering Farms Across Generations
The Windmill’s Enduring Role in American Agriculture For centuries, windmills have played a vital role in agricultural production around the world. Long before electricity reached rural communities, farmers relied on …
Smoke Summit Highlights New Research and Tools for Wine Grape Growers
As wildfire concerns continue to shape vineyard management decisions across the western United States, researchers and industry leaders gathered at the 2026 Smoke Summit to share the latest information on …
FFA Surpasses One Million Members: Kristy Meyer Shares Why the Future of Agriculture Is Bright
The future of agriculture is growing stronger every day, and few organizations demonstrate that better than the National FFA Organization. In a recent conversation with “The Ag Meter” Nick Papagni, …
FFA Prepares Next Generation of Agricultural Leaders Ahead of National Convention
FFA membership continues to grow across the country, surpassing one million members as the organization prepares for its 99th National FFA Convention and Expo this fall in Indianapolis. National FFA …
How Rural Electrification Changed American Agriculture Forever
A Look Back at Life on the Farm Before Electricity For much of America’s agricultural history, rural life operated without one of the modern conveniences most people take for granted …
USDA Opens Applications for Expanded Specialty Crop Assistance Program
Specialty crop growers now have an opportunity to apply for financial assistance through a USDA program that has expanded beyond its original funding level. A recent update highlighted the opening of …
Driscoll’s CEO Soren Bjorn Talks California Strawberries, Berry Innovation, Labor, Water, and the Future of Farming
From California Berry Fields to Global Leadership If you’ve ever purchased strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries at your local grocery store, chances are you’ve seen the iconic Driscoll’s label. What …
Driscoll’s CEO Says Consumer Education Key to Agriculture’s Future
Driscoll’s CEO Soren Bjorn says stronger consumer education, regulatory reform, and support for California farmers will be critical to maintaining a vibrant specialty crop industry in the years ahead. In …
The History of Irrigation: From Ancient Civilizations to Modern American Agriculture
How Irrigation Transformed Farming Across Thousands of Years Water has always been one of the most critical resources in agriculture. Without a reliable water supply, growing crops consistently would be …