A Civil War–Era Beginning Kansas State University—initially named Kansas State Agricultural College—was founded on February 16, 1863, in Manhattan, Kansas. Remarkably, its establishment occurred during the American Civil War, a …
The Global Reach of America’s Land-Grant Universities
Exploring an Often Overlooked Chapter of American Agriculture History Land-grant universities remain one of the most influential forces in American agricultural development, scientific advancement, and educational access. Their story begins …
How Iowa State University Began: A Farming Legacy
The Origins of Iowa State University: A Landmark in Agricultural Education In a recent American Agriculture History Minute, Mark Oppold highlighted one of the most important milestones in U.S. agricultural …
Organic Growers Summit 2025 in Monterey: Technology, Education, and Sustainable Farming Innovations
Buffalo Bills Fandom Meets Agriculture In a lively discussion on the Ag Meter, Matt Jungman, Senior Director of Events for the upcoming Organic Growers Summit, shared insights not just about …
Fourth-Generation Farming in the South Valley: An Interview with Jason Giannelli
A Legacy Rooted in Bakersfield In the heart of California’s South Valley, farming is more than a livelihood—it’s a legacy. Jason Giannelli, a fourth-generation farmer from Bakersfield, carries forward a …
Celebrating California Agriculture: Education, Advocacy, and Community with Anna Genasci
Introducing Anna Genasci and the Stanislaus County Farm Bureau In a recent conversation on Ag Meter, we spoke with Anna Genasci, the Communications and Education Director for the Stanislaus County …
Anna Genasci Champions Ag Education and Community Pride in Stanislaus County
The November 20 edition of the AgNet News Hour brought an energetic, heartfelt conversation as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill sat down with Anna Genasci, Communications and Education Director …
Ryan Jacobsen on Farming Through Storms, Labor, and the Future of California Agriculture
The November 11 edition of the AgNet News Hour featured an in-depth conversation with Ryan Jacobsen, President and CEO of the Fresno County Farm Bureau, who joined hosts Nick Papagni …
Nanette Simonian: Championing California Agriculture & Women in Ag
A Busy Leader in California Agriculture Nanette Simonian is a force in California agriculture. As the Marketing Development Manager at EarthSol and President-elect of California Women for Agriculture (CWA), she …
AI and Automation Drive Florida’s AgTech Revolution
Innovation and Collaboration Take Center Stage at FIRA 2025 At the FIRA 2025 Agricultural Robotics Expo in Woodland, California, Dr. Nathan Boyd from the University of Florida joined ag tech …
Almond Market Outlook and Ag Education Lead the Conversation on AgNet News Hour
The November 3 edition of the AgNet News Hour delivered a mix of optimism and realism as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill recapped the week’s biggest ag stories and welcomed back Sonny Toor, owner …
Building the Future of Ag Education at Merced College
A Leader in Agriculture and Industrial Technology At the heart of California’s Central Valley, Merced College stands as a beacon for agricultural innovation and workforce development. Dean Cody Jacobsen, who …
Merced College Dean Cody Jacobson Champions the Future of California Ag Education
The October 30 edition of the AgNet News Hour spotlighted one of the most promising voices in California’s agricultural education — Cody Jacobson, Dean of Agriculture and Industrial Technology at …
Building the Future of Farming: Insights from UC ANR’s Gabe Youtsey at FIRA USA 2025
California agriculture sits at the center of both national food security and global innovation. At FIRA USA 2025, Ag Meter sat down with Gabe Youtsey of UC Agriculture and Natural …