…agricultural innovation that continues to influence farming practices today. How Settlers Transformed the Heart of American Agriculture This has been another American Agriculture History Minute with Mark Oppold. Sponsored Content…
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Kings County Farm Bureau Takes on Sacramento Over Groundwater Rights
…the issue extends far beyond county lines. “Agriculture is a billion-dollar industry here, supporting 15% of our jobs,” he said. “If we can’t keep farmers farming, this county turns into…
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California Walnut Harvest 2025: Quality, Volume & Market Outlook
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The Rise of Plantation Agriculture in Early America
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California Agriculture at a Crossroads: Insights from Fresno County Farm Bureau President Ryan Jacobsen
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How Radio Transformed American Agriculture History
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Edward Ring Wraps Up: California’s Path to Prosperity Lies in Facts, Not Fear
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Edward Ring’s Bold Blueprint: Fixing California’s Water and Energy Crisis
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Ethnic Roots of Early American Agriculture
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Edward Ring on California’s Water Crisis: Fixing a Broken System
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