…economy. Towns, schools, and communities soon followed, creating a vast network of rural America that still defines much of the country today. Legacy of the Homestead Act The Homestead Act…
California Walnut Harvest 2025: Quality, Volume & Market Outlook
…longevity and cognitive health,” he said. Contact Morada Nut Company Growers, buyers, or consumers seeking more information can contact Michael Jameson at Morada Nut Company: Phone: 209-546-1816 Email: mjameson@moradaproduce.com Sponsored…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads: Insights from Fresno County Farm Bureau President Ryan Jacobsen
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Ethnic Roots of Early American Agriculture
…in the New World, they quickly adapted those old-world methods to the vast tracts of available land. German-American farmers were known for their practical and sustainable approach to working the…
Edward Ring on California’s Water Crisis: Fixing a Broken System
…because hopefully some of these Democrats that start taking over agricultural districts will actually come out and visit their constituents and realize how important it is.” He noted that while…
Nanette Simonian: Championing California Agriculture & Women in Ag
…visible across all sectors—fieldwork, production, retail, and manufacturing. Stewardship and the Next Generation Nanette is deeply committed to land stewardship and sustainable farming practices. She highlighted the importance of teaching…
Nanette Simonian and California Women for Agriculture Take a Stand on Prop 50
…teacher will earn an additional $3,000 to support ag education in their community. From there, Papagni and McGill tackled the hot-button topic of Proposition 50, which passed narrowly in California’s…
AI and Automation Drive Florida’s AgTech Revolution
…beyond the field—into computer science, robotics, data analysis, and engineering. “You don’t have to get your boots dirty,” Boyd added. “You can be behind a computer and still be part…
Don Wagner on Restoring Integrity, Water, and Common Sense to California
…community,” he said. “But it matters—because the office touches elections, business filings, and the rules that shape how agriculture operates. We need someone who respects the ag community and understands…
Kings River Packing: Eight Generations of Citrus Leadership
…Kings River is actively pursuing new retail opportunities and working to expand citrus consumption across all channels. A Highly Efficient, Centralized Facility Network Although Kings River Packing now spans four…
California Citrus Season Off to a Strong Start, Kings River Packing Leads the Charge
…“a high-quality, high-demand year” for California citrus. Silva explained that Kings River Packing and its affiliated companies, including Cobblestone Fruit and Gyra Packing, are operating at full capacity across their…
Farming the Frontier: How Early Settlers Built America
…surplus crops. Extra wheat, corn, oats, and livestock—particularly hogs—became valuable commodities for trade or sale. These exchanges were crucial to frontier life, as they allowed farmers to obtain necessities that…
Electrostatic Spraying: On Target’s AgTech Revolution
…had help from smart people, and perfected it one crop at a time.” Through gradual refinement and hands-on fieldwork, On Target Spray Systems became the only company currently offering electrostatic…
Inside the 2025 Almond Market: Supply, Pricing, Tariffs, and Global Demand
…Almond Production When asked whether California still has a competitive edge despite water restrictions, Toor didn’t hesitate. California’s combination of climate, soil, science, and expertise is unmatched. Australia is expanding,…