Alexandra Duarte Alexandra Duarte, Modesto almond farmer and candidate for California State Senate District 4, joined Ag Meter to discuss her rapidly growing campaign, the challenges facing rural California, and…
California Farm Bureau 107th Annual Meeting: Highlights, Advocacy Wins, and Preparing the Next Generation
…highlighted the energy and enthusiasm, particularly from young farmers, who brought optimism and innovation to the event. A highlight was the “Giving Back with Farm Bureau” philanthropy project, where over…
AgNet News Hour: Alexandra Duarte on California Agriculture, Water Policy, and the Future of Farming
…political roles. Farm Sense: AI Technology for Smarter Farming Following the main interview, the show turns to innovation in the field with Leslie Hickle and Eamonn Keogh of Farm Sense….
AgNet News Hour: California Farm Bureau President Shannon Douglass on Policy, People, and the Future of Agriculture
…Papagni and Lorrie Boyer explore leadership, policy advocacy, workforce issues, and the growing role of technology and youth engagement in farming. Douglass reflects on the 107th California Farm Bureau Annual…
Largest Barns in the United States
…size has always mattered—and few farm structures spark more debate than barns. As Mark Oppold explains in this American Agriculture History Minute, identifying the largest barn in the United States…
How Hay Baling Began: The First Hay Presses and Early Innovations
…is bulky and difficult to move. Compact bales dramatically simplified daily handling tasks around the farm. More Efficient Storage Baled hay required much less space, allowing farmers to store greater…
AgNet News Hour: Weather, Policy, and Crop Insights in California Agriculture
…for cherries, citrus, almonds, and other tree crops. Listeners get insights on rainfall, snow forecasts, and seasonal outlooks, along with the potential impacts on crop yields and farm operations. The…
The Westward Expansion of American Agriculture: Wheat, Corn, and the Rise of Dairy Farming
…for sale. This system made Midwest farms more efficient and resilient, especially during a time when transportation infrastructure lagged far behind agricultural growth. The close relationship between corn farming and…
SEMIOS Pheromone Technology Helps California Growers Manage Pests
…General Manager of Farm Solutions for the SEMIOS Group, to discuss innovative pest management solutions for California agriculture. Pistoresi, a Central Valley native and former standout pitcher at San Joaquin…
Pheromones, Frost, and Farm Power: This Week on the AgNet News Hour
This week’s AgNet News Hour delivers a fast-paced look at the tools and trends shaping California agriculture, featuring expert insights on citrus nutrition, pheromone pest control, and key Farm Bureau…
John Deere on Organic Farming, Automation & the Future of Agriculture
…on Organic Farming, Automation & the Future of Agriculture The Rise of Organic Agriculture Organic farming continues to grow across the U.S., and John Deere’s tools are designed to support…
The Future of California Agriculture: Water, Utilities, and Advocacy Insights from Roger Isom
…of California Agriculture: Water, Utilities, and Advocacy Insights from Roger Isom Affordability and Cost of Living Energy, housing, and food costs are impacting not just farmers but everyday Californians. Constituents…
Regulations, Water Challenges, and the 2026 Outlook: Roger Isom on the AgNet News Hour
…Growers and farm suppliers are encouraged to engage with legislators and county supervisors. Joining industry organizations strengthens collective influence: Western Tree Nut Association (WTNA): wtna.org California Cotton Ginners and Growers…
How Iowa State University Began: The 1856 Origins of America’s First Agricultural College
…farm. The Model Farm concept underscored the college’s mission: to teach agriculture through real-world application, experimentation, and innovation. This acreage became the foundation for a university that would grow into…