…boost rural economies, and provide critical raw materials for the state’s energy transition. Energy Policy and Innovation Energy independence is another cornerstone of Ring’s vision. He points to practical strategies…
Jamie Johansson: A Farmer Running to Fix California
Jamie Johansson California agriculture is facing mounting pressure — from water shortages and wildfire risk to regulatory overload, energy costs, and state budget deficits. Stepping forward to represent rural Northern…
Carbon Robotics Brings Laser Weeding and Autonomous Tractors to Center Stage
…succeed. The episode closed with a call for common-sense leadership and stronger support for agriculture in California. As automation advances, the question remains — will policy keep pace with innovation?…
Almond Outlook, Propane Savings, and Ag Pride
…carbon sequestration, and moisture retention strategies—especially for Westside growers facing extreme water costs. With some farmers paying $1,000 to $1,500 per acre-foot in dry years, innovation is no longer optional….
Bee Season in Full Swing, Highlighting Pollination Urgency for Almond Growers
Bee Season in Full Swing: The February 18 edition of the AgNet News Hour focused on one of the most critical — and often overlooked — inputs in California agriculture:…
Missouri’s Early Agricultural Roots: River Commerce and Opportunity
…edition of the American Agriculture History Minute, Mark Oppold highlights how geography, migration, and commerce shaped Missouri’s early agricultural identity. Agriculture in Late 18th and Early 19th Century Missouri During…
Stephanie Moreda-Arend Warns Point Reyes Dairy Families Are Being Forced Off Generational Land
…Stephanie Moreda-Arend, a fifth-generation dairy farmer from the Point Reyes–Petaluma area. Her message was clear: small, organic dairy families are being pushed off historic land, and California agriculture cannot afford…
The Missouri River: The Longest River in America and Its Agricultural Legacy
…agriculture. The Missouri River: The Longest River in America and Its Agricultural Legacy — Mark Oppold, American Agriculture History Minute Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef…
Jamie Johansson Says 2026 Is a Turning Point for Northern California and Agriculture
…could be a defining year for agriculture, energy, and water policy in the Golden State. Johansson farms olives and citrus in Butte County and has spent years advocating for growers…
Michigan’s Rise: Mining, Farming & Autos (1855–1908)
…Great Lakes, dramatically improving trade efficiency and strengthening Michigan’s connection to national and international markets. Agriculture and Logging Take Root While mining dominated headlines, agriculture and logging emerged as equally…
California Agriculture’s Champions: John Duarte on Leadership, Policy & the Future
…engagement has never been more important. A Changing Political Landscape for Agriculture One of the key themes of the discussion was leadership. California agriculture is losing some longtime champions in…
Edward Ring Says Energy Abundance Could Transform California’s Water and Agriculture Future
…the conversation turned to electricity. He predicted California is heading toward an era of energy abundance, driven not by mandates, but by innovation. He pointed to emerging technologies like small…
Luther Burbank and the Potato That Changed Agriculture
…Mark Oppold in an American Agriculture History Minute, Burbank’s work reshaped farming and horticulture in the United States, leaving a legacy that continues to influence agriculture today. From Limited Schooling…
Edward Ring: Dredging the Delta Could Unlock Millions of Acre-Feet for California
…only benefit agriculture and urban water users but could also help salmon migration by creating deeper, cooler channels that improve fish habitat. The conversation highlighted growing cooperation between Delta farmers,…