A proposed change to California sheep producers’ labor costs is raising concerns across the state’s sheep industry, with leaders warning it could have far-reaching consequences for ranchers and wildfire prevention efforts. …
California Pistachio Crop Expected to Shrink Sharply Following Challenging Growing Season
California pistachio growers could be facing one of the smallest crops in years after an unusually warm spring disrupted pollination across much of the Central Valley. The outlook was the …
Land Grants Helped Build America’s Army and Agriculture
Land Grants: An Early Incentive That Strengthened a Young Nation During the American Revolutionary War, the newly forming United States faced enormous challenges, including building an effective military to fight …
Steve Hilton Says California Must End California’s “War on Agriculture”
California’s agricultural industry has long been recognized as one of the world’s most productive food-producing regions, but according to California gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton, state government has spent years making …
Steve Hilton Outlines Agriculture Priorities in California Governor’s Race
California agriculture took center stage during a recent episode of the AgNet News Hour, as gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton shared his vision for the state’s farming industry, outlining proposals focused …
Edwin Budding’s Lawnmower Changed American Farm Life
A Simple Invention That Made a Lasting Impact Many people recognize agricultural inventors such as Cyrus McCormick, John Deere, and Eli Whitney for revolutionizing farming through innovations in harvesting, equipment, …
Keely Covello Talks Potter Valley, Water, and California’s Future with The Ag Meter
As California continues to grapple with water shortages, aging infrastructure, devastating wildfires, and increasing political division, one voice has emerged as a passionate advocate for rural communities: Keely Covello. In …
Potter Valley Water Fight Gains Federal Attention as Community Seeks to Preserve Key Infrastructure
The future of Northern California’s Potter Valley Project remains uncertain, but the issue is drawing increased attention in Washington, D.C. During a recent episode of the AgNet News Hour, journalist …
How Irrigation Revolutionized American Farming
Water has always been one of agriculture’s most valuable resources, but the methods used to deliver it to crops have changed dramatically over time. From ancient civilizations to modern center …
Land O’Lakes Invests in Tulare to Meet Growing Demand for Dairy Protein
As consumer demand for nutritious dairy products continues to rise, Land O’Lakes is making a major investment in California’s dairy industry that will benefit farmers, strengthen processing capacity, and position …
Land O’Lakes Expands Tulare Facility to Meet Growing Demand for Dairy Protein
Land O’Lakes is making a significant investment in California’s dairy industry with plans to expand its Tulare processing facility, a move designed to support dairy farmers while capitalizing on growing …
The Three Revolutions That Transformed American Agriculture
American agriculture has experienced several defining moments that forever changed the way food is produced. According to historians, three major agricultural revolutions dramatically increased productivity, improved efficiency, and laid the …
California Raisin Legend Kalem Barsarian Sounds the Alarm on the Industry’s Future
For nearly 60 years, Kalem Barsarian has been one of the most influential voices in California’s raisin industry. A former president of the Raisin Bargaining Association, longtime CEO of Lion …
California Raisin Industry Faces Crossroads as Veteran Leader Calls for Change
The future of California’s raisin industry was the focus of today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour, where longtime industry leader Kalem Barserian shared his perspective on the challenges facing …