The Humble Beginnings of Midwest Farm Life As settlers pushed westward during the 1840s, the American Midwest became a center of agricultural expansion. Most pioneer families established farms of approximately …
Mid-1840s Iowa Farms: How Corn Created the Tall Corn State
What Iowa Farms Looked Like in the Mid-1840s American agriculture has undergone remarkable changes over the past two centuries, but the foundations of modern farming can be traced back to …
Business Leader Kyle Kirkland Outlines Vision for California’s Future
Congressional Candidate Discusses Agriculture, Water, Energy, and the Economy with “The Ag Meter“ As California’s 21st Congressional District prepares for the November election, businessman and community leader Kyle Kirkland says …
Michelle Miller “Farm Babe” Says Farmers Must Tell Their Story Before Someone Else Does
Modern Agriculture Needs More Voices—and Michelle Miller Is Leading the Way In an engaging conversation on The Ag Meter, host Nick Papagni sat down with one of agriculture’s most recognizable …
U.S. Sheep Industry Outlook Remains Positive Despite Drought Challenges
The U.S. sheep industry outlook remains encouraging even as producers continue to battle widespread drought conditions across much of the country. A recent report highlighted how strong consumer demand and favorable market prices …
Tom McClintock Talks California Water, Farming, and Freedom
Tom McClintock Sounds the Alarm on California’s Future: Water, Agriculture, Energy, and Elections California’s affordability crisis, water shortages, mounting regulations, election integrity, and the future of agriculture were front and …
Why California’s 2026 Governor’s Race Matters to Agriculture
On a recent episode of the AgNet News Hour, Congressman Tom McClintock discussed why California’s upcoming gubernatorial election could have significant implications for the state’s agricultural industry. During the conversation, McClintock …
Mexico Tests Find No Cyclospora in Taylor Farms Lettuce Samples
Testing conducted by Mexican health officials found no evidence of Cyclospora in lettuce or water samples collected from a Taylor Farms facility following a recent foodborne illness investigation. A recent report highlighted the …
Land O’Lakes Expands Tulare Facility Into Dairy Protein Production
Land O’Lakes is investing in its Tulare dairy facility to expand into the growing dairy protein market, creating new opportunities for California dairy producers and food manufacturers. A recent interview featured on AgNet …
New Imaging Technology Detects Drought Stress Before Plants Show Visible Symptoms
A new plant drought detection technology developed by researchers at the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS), the U.S. Department of Agriculture and NASA could help growers identify …
Judge Upholds Confidentiality of California Bird Flu Quarantine Locations
A California judge has ruled that the locations of dairies quarantined during the state’s California bird flu outbreak will remain confidential, siding with state agriculture officials who argued that protecting producer privacy …
Global Avocado Exports Continue Rapid Growth as Markets Face New Challenges
Global avocado exports are expected to continue climbing over the next several years, but industry analysts say the expanding market also brings increased uncertainty for producers and exporters. A recent report highlighted …
Driscoll’s Responds to Strawberry Lawsuit Over Pesticide Residue Claims
Driscoll’s strawberries are facing increased scrutiny after a U.S. consumer lawsuit raised questions about pesticide residue testing and the company’s marketing claims. A recent report highlighted the controversy, which has also drawn …
California Stone Fruit Season Expected to End Early After Warm Start
The California stone fruit season is expected to end earlier than normal this year after an unusually warm start accelerated crop development across the state’s orchards. A recent report highlighted how early-season heat …