Farm Families and the Birth of Agricultural Policy As farm families moved westward and settled across the American heartland, they were unknowingly shaping the foundation of U.S. agriculture. Their struggles,…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads: Organics Innovation and Prop 50
On today’s AgNet News Hour, host Nick Papagni and co-host Josh McGill tackled two of the big issues shaping California agriculture right now—innovation in organic production and the political battle…
Horsepower to Tractor Power: A Turning Point in American Agriculture
…Turning Point in American Agriculture Why Farmers Resisted the Tractor Revolution The adoption of tractors in U.S. agriculture faced significant delays. One of the biggest reasons was financing. Farmers were…
Central Valley Fight: Tangipa Stands for Farmers
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Ziveli Winery: A Croatian Legacy Thrives in the Heart of California
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California Farmers Struggle with Water, Labor, and Regulations
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Family Tree Farms on Quality and Water: Daniel Jackson
On this Labor Day edition of the AgNet News Hour, Nick Papagni and Josh McGill welcomed Daniel Jackson of Family Tree Farms to discuss the state of California agriculture, from…
Angus Bulls Introduced to America
…in 1873. 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 Beef on…
Stanislaus County Farm Bureau: Advocacy, Education & the Future of Agriculture
…Bureau: Advocacy, Education & the Future of Agriculture Agriculture at the Heart of Stanislaus County Anna Genasci Stanislaus County’s agricultural roots run deep. The annual crop report places almonds as…
George Grant and the Introduction of Angus Cattle to America
The Vision of George Grant In the history of American agriculture, few individuals stand out like George Grant, a Scottish immigrant who arrived in the United States in 1873. Accompanied…
Founding Fathers, Farming, and the Rise of Agricultural Education
…in supporting agriculture. Establishing the Department of Agriculture In response to these needs, the U.S. government created the Department of Agriculture, later elevating it to a cabinet-level department. This move…
Marlena Paolilli on Cry Baby Wine and the Future of California’s Wine Industry
…in California agriculture. Today, Cry Baby Wine is known for its Chardonnay, Red Blend, Petite Syrah, and its innovative ventures into non-alcoholic and CBD-infused wines—an area where Marlena and her…
Syngenta Vegetable Seeds: Advancing Lettuce and Melon Varieties in Salinas
…lettuce and brassicas to upcoming watermelon varieties, Syngenta continues to deliver solutions that address both current and future challenges in vegetable production. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For…
Ted Torosian Builds Custom Produce into Ag Success Story
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