…History Minute looks into why a farmland auction usually draws a good-sized crowd. American Agriculture History Minute: Why a Farmland Auction Draws a Crowd But, on a bitter, cold February morning…
Generations of Growth: Daniel Jackson on Family Tree Farms’ Roots, Innovation, Future
…helping push the industry forward. Final Thoughts Daniel Jackson’s story is a powerful reminder that the American agricultural dream is alive and evolving. From Depression-era vineyards to international blueberry markets,…
California Ag at a Crossroads: Rich Kreps Talks Water, Pistachios, and Policy Reform
“If you can’t feed the world, we’ve got issues.” That’s how Rich Kreps, pistachio farmer, crop advisor, and Chairman of the American Pistachio Growers, opened a wide-ranging, no-punches-pulled conversation with…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-13-25
…a must-listen for growers, ranchers, and anyone working to keep American agriculture thriving. The headline segment centers around U.S. Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins’ testimony to the House Agriculture Committee. Her…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-06-25
…– it’s a vision for revitalizing California farmland while staying ahead of the game. Tune in to this fascinating conversation and gain insights on water-smart farming, sustainable innovation, and the…
American Agriculture History Minute: One-Room Schoolhouses Move West with Agriculture
I’m Mark Oppold with an American agriculture history minute tells us today about how One-room schoolhouses are part of American agriculture history. American Agriculture History Minute: One-Room Schoolhouses Move West…
Honoring Agricultural Roots: Nick Anderson Reflects on Valley Farming Legacy
…Agriculture PACs and voiced appreciation for younger generations getting involved in sustaining and improving the industry. A Valley Worth Remembering The San Joaquin Valley remains a cornerstone of American agriculture,…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 06-05-25
…U.S. One suspect is still at large. This isn’t just news; it’s a wake-up call about the real threats facing American agriculture. We’re breaking it all down so you know…
American Agriculture History Minute: Farmland Values and Location
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute discusses farmland values having always been part of American agriculture history. American Agriculture History Minute: Farmland Values and Location Recent stories indicate…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 06-04-25
…markets and reduce trade barriers for American producers. From Italy to Japan, Peru, and beyond, these negotiations could reshape the future of California agriculture. Tune in to hear why these…
Nick Anderson on Resilience in California Agriculture: “Being Uncomfortable Just Makes You Better”
…While regions like Orange County have lost farmland to housing developments, agriculture remains a persistent and powerful force. But it’s not without its challenges—rising regulatory pressure, environmental restrictions, and increasing…
Stuart Woolf on California Water Crisis: “A Losing Proposition” for Agriculture
…affordable water access for farmland. Despite years of engagement with state legislators and policymakers, Woolf says those efforts have largely fallen short. “We couldn’t convince state legislators to continue to…
American Agriculture History Minute: One-Room Schoolhouses Move West
Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute relates that one-room schoolhouses are a part of American agriculture history. American Agriculture History Minute: One-Room Schoolhouses Move West Early settlers knew…
Tomatoes to Tequila: Stuart Woolf’s Agave Revolution in California
…into a full-on movement, blending innovation with advocacy, climate resilience, and economic revitalization for drought-stricken farmland. 🌱 A Legacy Planted in the Valley Woolf’s story begins in 1974, when his…




















