…Nick Papagni and Josh McGill dug into Duarte’s background, her vision for California agriculture, and her fight against policies she says are driving family farmers out of business. Duarte, who…
Grand Island: From Settlers’ Trail to Husker Harvest Days
…the largest farm shows in the United States, the event draws farmers, ranchers, agribusinesses, and agricultural innovators from across the country. But the city’s role in agriculture extends far beyond…
California Raisin Leaders on Trade, Water & Future
…the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for providing consistent support to the raisin industry across multiple administrations. Key programs include: School Lunch and Needy Persons Programs, which have long included…
Raisin Industry Legends Warn of Challenges and Chart a Path Forward
…takeaway for California growers: the raisin industry isn’t dead, but it must adapt. With innovation, marketing, and political engagement, raisins can remain a vital part of the Central Valley’s farming…
Plymouth Colony Crops: Corn, Tobacco, and Early Trade
…Plantation Agriculture As colonies spread southward, farming evolved into larger plantation-style systems. Tobacco emerged as a dominant cash crop in Maryland and North Carolina. This shift marked the beginning of…
Kevin Kester on Ranching, Trade, and Ag’s Next Generation
…Agriculture Agriculture in California is subject to more regulations than almost anywhere else in the nation. Federal policies that align with ranching needs make a difference, Kester explained. While not…
Kevin Kester on Cattle, Wolves, and the Fight to Keep Family Ranches Alive
…common-sense policies and to stay engaged in policy discussions that affect their livelihoods. Looking ahead, Kester stressed the importance of FFA and youth engagement in agriculture. As someone who served…
Ohio River: A Lifeline of American Agriculture
Introduction The Ohio River has played a crucial role in shaping American agriculture and commerce. Stretching nearly a thousand miles, this historic waterway has been central to trade, transportation, and…
Pistachios, Water & Trade: Kreps on Farming’s Future
…a stronger footing than before. A Business Approach to Agriculture Policy Kreps praised former President Trump’s business background, arguing that it brought a practical approach to agriculture and trade policy….
Iowa Farmer Unearths Rare Treasure from the 1850s
A Remarkable Discovery in Iowa Agriculture In March 2017, history surfaced in an Iowa farm field when farmer Robert Ellis made an extraordinary discovery. While plowing near the Missouri River,…
John Duarte on Central Valley Agriculture: Water, Prop 50, and the Future of Avocados
A Legacy Rooted in Innovation When it comes to modern agriculture, few names carry as much influence as John Duarte, president of Duarte Nursery. Founded in 1989, Duarte Nursery has…
John Duarte Shares Bold Nursery Innovations and Warns of Prop 50 Threat
The September 29 edition of the AgNet News Hour kicked off the week with a deep dive into the future of California agriculture. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill sat…
Oregon Trail: How It Shaped American Agriculture
…Shaped American Agriculture Crossing the Heart of the Nation The eastern portion of the Oregon Trail cut through what are now Kansas, Nebraska, and Wyoming. As settlers journeyed westward, they…
Shannon Douglas: Leading California Agriculture Through Opportunity and Challenge
…the classroom. Douglas highlights that parents often underestimate the scope of careers tied to agriculture. “You don’t have to be a farmer to be in agriculture,” she explained. “There are…