The Founding of America’s Postal System and Its Role in Agriculture In this edition of American Agriculture History Minute, Mark Oppold reflects on how early American infrastructure helped support agricultural…
Homegrown Organic: Stephen Paul on Fruit, Figs, Farming Future
…acknowledged that politics are an unavoidable factor in agriculture—especially in California—but praised the organic sector’s proactive approach. “Organic farming is about staying ahead of issues, using common sense, and caring…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 07-21-25
…of critical updates from the Central Valley and beyond. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill bring listeners the latest on California agriculture, with a special spotlight on the table grape…
Republicans Urge Legal Fix for Ag Workforce
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Tariff Disrupts U.S.-Brazil Beef Trade
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USDA Lab Opens with Food Safety Focus
USDA Launches Bold Food Safety Initiative At the grand opening of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) newly modernized Midwestern Food Safety Laboratory, Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced a…
Citrus Production Forecast: Grapefruit Down; Lemons, Tangerines Up
…million box increase in California’s production estimate, highlighting the state’s key role in national tangerine output. California’s favorable weather and expanded acreage likely contributed to the bump. Conclusion While grapefruit…
Fertilizer Prices Steady as Brazil Potash Secures Funding
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How the Erie Canal Transformed Early Agricultural Trade
…a growing nation—economically and agriculturally. “That’s today’s American Agriculture History Minute. I’m Mark Oppold.” Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those…
Wade Kirschenman on Grapes, Potatoes & Policy
Legacy and Innovation in Kern County Farming A Family Legacy Rooted in California Soil Kirschenman Enterprises has been farming in California since 1937. Now led by third-generation farmer Wade Kirschenman,…
California Table Grape Season Off to a Strong Start
Ian LeMay Discusses California Table Grape Quality, Trade Challenges, and Global Growth California table grapes are in peak season, and according to Ian LeMay, President and CEO of the California…
Nick Foglio on Hay Markets, Water Scarcity, and the Future of California Ag
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Coastal Grandmother Talks Ag and Online Influence
…“It seriously took off like overnight,” she recalled. Ties to California Farming Beyond viral fame, Lex is immersed in California agriculture through her husband’s family business, Foglio Commodities. “Farmers are…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 07-18-25
…agriculture in California. Wayde shares insights into labor and immigration concerns, the complexities of tariffs—especially on watermelons exported to Canada—and how freight, regulations, and water access play major roles in…






















