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 …
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 …
Produce Industry Coalition Forms to Defend USMCA Trade Benefits
Several leading produce companies have joined together to advocate for the preservation of tariff-free agricultural trade across North America. A recent report highlighted the formation of the Produce Coalition for the …
USDA Launches Action Plan to Support Small Meat Processors
Small and very small meat processors make up the vast majority of federally inspected meat and poultry facilities in the United States, and USDA is introducing a new initiative aimed …
American Farm Bureau’s Bailey Corwine on Farm Policy, Mental Health, Leadership, and Agriculture’s Future
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 …