rural electrification

How Franklin Roosevelt Helped Bring Electricity to Rural America

DanAmerican Agriculture History Minute, Biofuels/Energy, This Land of Ours

…delivery services. Beyond household convenience, electricity promised to modernize agriculture itself. Farms could eventually use electric-powered equipment, lighting, and water pumps, improving efficiency and productivity. However, one major challenge remained:…

Darren Schmall

From Farming to Fast-Growing Trees: Darren Schmallโ€™s Vision for California Agriculture

DanAgri-Business, Conservation, Economy, Environment, Horticulture, Interview, Special Reports, Specialty Crops, Wine

…municipalities, and homeowners seeking rapid shade with minimal long-term irrigation needs. He also shared that the trees have reportedly been used internationally in efforts to combat desertification because of their…

California Insurance

California Insurance Crisis: Can Experience Fix Whatโ€™s Broken?

DanAgri-Business, Crop Insurance, Economy, Interview, Legislative, Regulation, Special Reports

…instead. Her takeaway: California must become open for business again. Real Solutions for Real Disasters Beyond policy reform, Korsgaden proposes practical improvements—especially for disaster response. One idea: mobile insurance service…

Monterey County

Monterey County Agriculture at a Crossroads: Water, Labor, and the Future of Americaโ€™s Salad Bowl

DanAgri-Business, Biofuels/Energy, Economy, Environment, Interview, Irrigation, Labor and Immigration, Legislative, Special Reports, Technology, Water

…supply. A Global Leader in Fresh Food Production Monterey County is a powerhouse, ranking fourth in both California and the U.S. in agricultural production. With more than 150 crops grown…

Michael Gates

Michael Gatesโ€™ Plan to Restore Law & Order in California

DanEconomy, General, Interview, Legislative, Regulation, Special Reports

…and has instead “run interference” for political allies. If elected, Gates promises immediate action: Enforcing federal and state laws, including constitutional protections Working directly with all 58 district attorneys and…