…nuclear reactors are being implemented to provide consistent and efficient power for vertical farming, particularly in remote and underserved communities around the world. These reactors offer a transformative solution for…
Christmas Tree Industry Faces Climate and Economic Challenges
…Whitehill also highlighted the long-term commitment involved in Christmas tree farming. “It’s a long process,” he said. “From seed to harvest, it can take 8 to 10 years to grow…
Commodity Groups Advocate for Economic Assistance Amid Farm Bill Delays
…Congressional action on economic assistance and the farm bill include: American Farm Bureau Federation, National Corn Growers Association, American Soybean Association, National Farmers Union, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, National Association…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 12-16-24
…Director of Communications for the California Strawberry Commission. Jeff shares his background in agriculture communications, his family’s history in farming, and his career transition from TV sports anchoring to public…
USFWS Proposes Listing Monarch Butterfly as Threatened
…Lewis, Vice President and Chief Scientific Officer for the Almond Board of California, sees the proposed listing as a chance for the farming community to demonstrate its role in fostering…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 12-12-24
…include the rise in demand for almonds in various markets, record-breaking shipment volumes, and sustainability efforts in carbon sequestration, water usage, and bee-friendly practices. Turner highlights the multifaceted value of…
Almond Update: Almond Industry Sees Growth and Sustainability Milestones
…all the bee-friendly certified farms in the world, 86% are almond orchards,” she noted. Water use, often a subject of scrutiny, has improved significantly over the years. “If you look…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 12-10-24
…use and regulation of autonomous vehicles in farming. Additionally, Sabrina shares updates from the Almond Conference in Sacramento, covering topics from pollinator habitats to the economic aspects of almond production….
American Agriculture History Minute: The Economy and Agriculture’s Move West
…new areas of opportunities for agriculture. Still, most farming was designed to produce food for the family, and maybe service small local markets. But in times of rapid economic growth,…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 12-05-24
…reliance on immigrant labor in California’s agriculture. The dialogue explores the financial and social implications of mass deportations, including the impact on farming, local economies, and community resources. The hosts…
Almond Update: Healthy Soils Week Highlights Farming Innovation and Public Engagement
…what farming is like… as opposed to getting out, having that opportunity to see firsthand… the complexity [of farming decisions].” The Almond Board’s early research on whole orchard recycling laid…
Healthy Soils Week Highlights Benefits of Regenerative Farming Practices
Shutterstock image This week, the American Farmland Trust (AFT) is promoting the importance of soil health through Healthy Soils Week, a nationwide campaign to raise awareness about sustainable farming practices….
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 12-03-24
…Farmland Trust. American Farmland Trust (AFT) is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting farmland, promoting sustainable farming practices, and supporting farmers in securing their agricultural heritage. Healthy Soils Week…
American Agriculture History Minute: Settling and Farming the Plains
…Minute. I’m Mark Oppold. Thanks for reading. I’ll see you next time. Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On…