…friends and family,” he said. Water Remains the Biggest Challenge Despite strong reservoir levels in recent years, federal water allocations for many Central Valley farmers remain extremely limited. This year’s…
Ethnicity’s Role in Early American Agriculture
…Herding traditions were deeply rooted in the landscapes of Scotland and Ireland, where grazing animals played a central economic role. Livestock as Economic Foundation Cattle and hogs were adaptable to…
Cannon Michael Warns West Side Farmers Face Major Challenges with 15% Water Allocation
…farmers on the west side of California’s Central Valley. Speaking with hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill, Michael discussed water allocations, rising regulatory pressure, and the long-term future of farming…
Steve Hilton Lays Out Plan to Revive California Agriculture, Energy, and Water Policy
…improve policy coordination on water, energy, and infrastructure issues that impact agriculture. Water policy remains one of the most pressing concerns for farmers in the Central Valley. Hilton said increased…
640 Acres and a Fresh Start: Early Tennessee Land Grants
The Journey Beyond the Appalachian Mountains Once early settlers navigated the rough terrain of the Appalachian Mountains, they discovered vast stretches of undeveloped land in what is now central and…
Steve Hilton: “Help Is on the Way” for California Agriculture
…increase storage capacity. He also argues that regulatory changes could immediately improve water deliveries to farmers without waiting for new construction. For growers in the Central Valley, Salinas Valley, Imperial…
Stephanie Nash: From California to Tennessee, Fighting for American Agriculture
…family’s legacy into a modern, diversified farm operation—while using her voice to defend an industry too often on the defense. In this interview, Stephanie shares her journey from California’s Central…
Stephanie Nash Advocates for Farmers and the Next Generation of Agriculture Leaders
…to bridge the gap between farmers and consumers. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill welcomed Nash to discuss her journey from California’s Central Valley to Tennessee and her growing role…
R7 Enterprises: Dave Roberts on Water, Lemons & California’s Farming Future
…also experimenting with the Gem avocado variety after decades of difficulty growing Hass avocados in the Central Valley’s intense heat. Diversification keeps the operation nearly year-round — but it also…
St. Genevieve: Early French Farming on the Mississippi
French Settlers Arrive on the Mississippi French settlers arrived at what is now St. Louis in the early 1700s. At that time, the Mississippi River Valley was a critical corridor…
Elaine Culotti Announces Run for California Governor, Calls for Economic Reset and Bipartisan Reform
…California.” Restoring Local Power and Fixing Sacramento Culotti’s central argument is that Sacramento has become bloated, inefficient, and disconnected from local communities. She sharply criticized what she describes as unfunded…
Missouri’s Deep Agricultural Roots: From French Settlers to Today
…Ceres atop the Capitol dome reflects Missouri’s deep agricultural roots. As the goddess of crops and fertility, Ceres symbolizes the central role farming has played in shaping the state’s development…
From Cattle Drives to Cold Storage: How Kansas City Became a Meatpacking Powerhouse
…Landscape The expansion of railroads westward played a central role in this shift. As rail lines extended across the plains, they connected remote farming and ranching communities to major commercial…
From Fresno Legend to Propane Pioneer: Lance Shebelut on Farming Smarter
At the World Ag Expo, Ag Meter caught up with Lance Shebelut — Fresno State baseball standout, Tenaya Park local legend, and now a leading grower in California’s Central Valley….