…farmers spiritually, emotionally, and practically. A 40-Year Legacy of Encouragement and Community FCFI was born nearly four decades ago as farmers across the U.S. faced devastating economic pressures. Commodity prices…
The Louisiana Purchase: How $15 Million Reshaped American Agriculture
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John Deere on Organic Farming, Automation & the Future of Agriculture
…hard work farmers put into providing high-quality, fresh produce year-round. Their work is the backbone of our daily lives.” The Grower Summit highlighted how technology, automation, and innovation continue to…
Land IQ Insights: Mapping California Crops for Smarter Ag Decisions
…planning and regulatory compliance. Supporting Growers and Organizations Rather than directing growers on farming decisions, Land IQ works with umbrella organizations such as commodity boards, irrigation districts, and water agencies….
Rethinking Wine’s Future: Tim Hanni on Consumers, Taste & Growth
…by the industry—that saved the category. This pattern repeats because the industry doesn’t truly understand why people like what they like. The Tyranny of the Experts and the Wine Aisle…
The Future of Wine: Tim Hanni Explains Consumer Shifts and Solutions
…are struggling—and what needs to happen to bring new drinkers into the category. Why Wine Marketing Is Broken Hanni argues that wine isn’t struggling because consumers lack education—it’s because the…
A Conversation with Nicholas “Nick” Karavidas: A Winemaker’s Journey and Today’s Global Wine Challenges
…Email: nick@consultingwine.com Phone/Text: 209-625-6339 Websites: thewinefirm.com | design2wine.com Listen to the full Podcast: Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt Ramsey November…
Inside Today’s Wine Market: A Deep-Dive Conversation with Veteran Winemaker Nick Karavidas
…Email: nick@consultingwine.com Office: 209-625-6339 Websites: thewinefirm.com | design2wine.com He welcomes calls, texts, and messages. Industry Reflections from the Hosts After the interview, Papagni and Boyer reflected on: The complex challenges…
Regulations, Water Challenges, and the 2026 Outlook: Roger Isom on the AgNet News Hour
…operating freely. Increasing paperwork burdens take time away from actual farming. Water, Energy, and Affordability Pressures Groundwater restrictions are enforced ahead of SGMA 2040 benchmarks. Funding gaps prevent critical infrastructure…
How Iowa State University Began: The 1856 Origins of America’s First Agricultural College
…The combination of fertile land, central geography, and community support made the area an ideal location for a model agricultural institution. A 648-Acre Beginning That Shaped a Legacy At its…
AgNet News Hour: Midweek Agriculture Insights & Industry Headlines
…episode covered everything from winter health habits to major ag policy issues, commodity challenges, and new breakthroughs shaping U.S. farming. Seasonal Trends, Food Costs & Community Life Nick and Lorrie…
The Origins of the Deere & Mansur Corn Planter
…functioned independently from the well-known Deere Plow Company. The partnership began its work in a modest two-story building in Moline, Illinois, where the team focused exclusively on creating dependable, innovative…
Inside Butte County Agriculture: Education, Community, and Critical Issues
…of gratitude: “Thank you so much.” “And we’ll do this again very soon.” Colleen’s commitment to representing the agricultural community—combined with her readiness to return for future discussions—underscored her ongoing…
Navigating California’s Agricultural Regulations: Insights from Bryan Little of the California Farm Bureau
…role in 2008, the demands on farm employers have grown exponentially. Initially, compliance support involved just two laminated posters that displayed required workplace notices, such as minimum wage and workers’…