Don Cameron A Farmer and Leader in California Agriculture Don Cameron, president of the California State Board of Food and Agriculture, is not only a prominent voice in policy but…
Big News for Dairy and Almond Growers: USDA Announces $1 Billion Relief Program, Almond Yields Down
It was a packed Monday on the AgNet News Hour as hosts Nick Papagni, the Ag Meter, and Josh McGill delivered a show full of breaking updates for California agriculture….
Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture: America’s First Farm Organization
Agriculture’s Early Roots in America Agriculture has always been at the heart of America’s growth. Long before tractors, hybrid seeds, or modern irrigation systems, farmers and thinkers were searching for…
California Wine Month Highlights Sustainability and Innovation: Julie Berge of the Wine Institute Shares Industry Outlook
…on the challenge of reaching younger consumers, who often view wine as intimidating. Berge pointed to innovation in packaging—like canned wines, boxed options, and lighter bottles—as tools to make wine…
Henry A. Wallace: Innovator, Journalist, and Statesman
…Company. His groundbreaking work in developing hybrid corn transformed American agriculture, significantly increasing crop yields and shaping modern farming practices. Wallace’s contributions to agriculture were both scientific and entrepreneurial, establishing…
From Olives to Almonds: Melissa Oberti Shares Her Family’s Farming Legacy and the Struggles Facing California Growers
…pesticide bans that fuel rodent infestations, she argued that Sacramento lawmakers lack both “skin in the game” and basic understanding of agriculture. “They make rules and policies without knowing what…
John W. Tyson: Missouri Farmer Builds Poultry Legacy
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California Ag Battles: Water, Solar, and Farmland Futures
Ongoing Struggles Over Land and Water California agriculture continues to face pressure from regulatory uncertainty, land use conflicts, and unresolved water projects. In a recent episode of the AgNet News…
Henry A. Wallace: Father of Hybrid Corn
…of Agriculture History Timeline. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt Ramsey November 4, 2025 CIR Agriculture Harvester Products November 1, 2025…
Melissa Oberti on Grapes, Almonds, and Water Challenges
…farming, jobs, and communities across the Valley will suffer.” Her experience demonstrates the resilience, dedication, and innovation required to sustain Central Valley agriculture in today’s challenging environment. Sponsored Content Let’s…
Immigration Reform and Ag Labor: Manuel Cunha on the Dignity Act
…construction, hotels, restaurants—for a common solution,” Cunha stresses. Conclusion: A Unified Effort for California Agriculture California agriculture faces labor shortages, regulation challenges, and economic pressures. Passing the Dignity Act is…
Joe Del Bosque: Water, Labor, and the Fight for California Farming
…California agriculture. He also brings legislators and media outlets to his farm, ensuring decision-makers and the public see firsthand the challenges farmers face. Regulations and Farm Innovation California’s strict regulations…
California Agriculture: Fires, Wolves & Farm Labor Reform
…and fewer young people entering agriculture, Cunha pressed for a comprehensive guest worker program. A Call to Action Cunha’s message to farmers and ag communities was clear: contact your congressional…
The Roots of U.S. Forest Management
…Federal Oversight In 1876, Congress created an office within the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) specifically tasked with assessing the quality and condition of America’s forests. This marked the country’s…