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
…to the land-grant institutions that continue to serve every state, the connection between leadership, science, and agriculture remains one of the cornerstones of American history. Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester…
Ted Torosian Builds Custom Produce into Ag Success Story
…loyal growers, and customers who trust us,” Torosian says. “Custom Produce is more than a business—it’s a family.” Conclusion From its humble beginnings in 1989 to its role today as…
The Birth of the USDA and Land-Grant Universities
The Establishment of the U.S. Department of Agriculture In 1862, a pivotal year for American farming and education, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) was officially established. This came 42…
Midland Tractor: John Deere Dealer Powering California Farmers with Innovation and Service
…large swaths of farmland facing water restrictions, the future of farming in the region hangs in the balance. Serving the Entire Central Valley Operating from Madera, Midland Tractor services farms…
California Farmers Under Pressure: Andrew Genasci Calls for Advocacy and Common-Sense Policy
…to make tough choices, from fallowing ground to converting farmland into solar developments under AB 1156. Labor is another hurdle. “Farmers are paying $20 an hour just to compete with McDonald’s….
History of Land-Grant Universities in U.S. Agriculture
The Origins of Land-Grant Universities in American Agriculture The Morrill Act of 1862 and Its Impact In 1862, the United States passed the First Morrill Act, a historic piece of…
Role of Shorthorn Cattle in American Agricultural History
Beef Shorthorn bull in field By Robert Scarth / Wikimedia image Shorthorn Cattle and Early American Farms The holds a significant place in American agricultural history. As settlers pushed westward,…
Rise, Fall, and Comeback of Chickens in American Agriculture
Photo by Kirsten Bühne/Pexels image Chickens: The Early Livestock Staple of Pioneer Farms Cattle and hogs are widely recognized today as major livestock staples on American farms and ranches. However,…
Life on a Midwest Farm in the 1840s
…American agricultural heritage that shaped the Midwest. Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt Ramsey…
California Pistachio Harvest 2025: Insights from Richard Kreps
…of the American Pistachio Growers Board, the 2025 crop is showing the most uniform nut fill seen in more than 15 years. This uniformity means stronger first shakes, higher quality,…
Custom Produce’s Growth Story: Ted Torosian
…core focus remains on the “small guys” who need flexible, dependable service. “It’s about relationships,” Torosian said. “We’ve built trust with our growers and our customers over decades.” From a…
Dairy, Family, and Football: Joseph Bakker’s Life in the Central Valley
…farmland, growing corn silage, wheat silage, and a little alfalfa. “It’s the third generation,” Bakker said. “My grandpa, my dad, and now me. We’ve been blessed to do what we…
Freight, Labor, and Water: Roger Isom Unpacks the Big Challenges
…out how misguided environmental regulations have crippled the state’s most productive farmland—transforming once-thriving communities into shadows of their former selves. Despite sacrifices made to protect species like Delta smelt, populations…