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Produce Industry Coalition Forms to Defend USMCA Trade Benefits
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From Threshers to Tractors: The Origins of Massey-Harris
…history records, Daniel Massey established the Newcastle Foundry in 1847 in Newcastle, Ontario, Canada. At the time, farming relied heavily on manual labor and animal power, making harvesting and grain…
Texas Battles the Return of the New World Screwworm: Texas Farm Bureau’s Gary Joiner Shares the Latest with the Ag Meter Nick Papagni
…than ever before. “The word of the day is surveillance, reporting, and quick intervention,” Joiner explained. With improved technology, enhanced monitoring systems, better communication networks, and increased awareness among ranchers…
Pollinator Week Webinar to Highlight California Habitat Projects
https://www.pollinator.org/pollinator-week California residents, growers, conservation professionals and pollinator advocates will have an opportunity to learn more about pollinator habitat efforts during a special webinar planned as part of Pollinator Week….
Managing Lepidopteran Pests Deep Dive – Part 2
As California growers prepare for increasing Lepidopteran pest pressure, biological insecticides remain important tools in both conventional and organic production systems. Allison Walston, Senior Product Development Manager for Insecticides with…
Why Is Corn Called Corn? The Surprising History Behind Agriculture’s Most Familiar Crop
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Blueberry Boom: How the Blueberry Boost Accelerator Is Fueling the Future of America’s Favorite Superfruit
…eight-week accelerator program challenges startups, food manufacturers, and influencers to think creatively about how blueberries can be incorporated into foods, beverages, snacks, desserts, and wellness products. The goal is simple:…
Pork Industry Leaders Highlight Trade and Animal Health Priorities at World Pork Expo
…which is extremely important for the trade with our neighboring countries,” Hord said. Mexico and Canada consistently rank among the largest export markets for U.S. pork products, making the continued…
Managing Lepidopteran Pests Deep Dive – Part 1
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Fifth-Generation Farmer David Collenberg Enters California Lieutenant Governor Race
…For listeners wanting to hear the full conversation and learn more about David Collenberg’s views on agriculture, water policy, wildfire prevention, and California politics, the complete interview with “The Ag…
Steve Hilton Promises Big Changes for California Farmers, Water, and Energy Policies
…environmental regulations while overlooking the struggles facing rural communities throughout the Central Valley, Imperial Valley, Salinas, Monterey, Ventura County, and other major agricultural regions. Throughout the interview, Hilton repeatedly emphasized…
Steve Hilton Calls for Major Changes to California Water, Energy, and Agriculture Policies
…and consumers alike. “Energy costs go into everything,” Hilton explained, pointing to fuel, transportation, processing, and irrigation expenses impacting agriculture across the state. Hilton also criticized California’s push toward solar…
Jon Kinzenbaw: The Iowa Innovator Who Helped Modernize American Farming
…agricultural history through his creativity, engineering mindset, and commitment to improving farm efficiency. His inventions and leadership helped revolutionize how farmers plant, transport, and manage crops in the field. From…