…more than 26,000 farmers and ranchers across the state. Her leadership emphasizes advocacy, education, innovation, and a deep commitment to preparing the next generation of agricultural leaders. In a recent…
California Farm Bureau’s Shannon Douglas Tackles Prop 50, Farm Bill, and the Future of Farming
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Lorenzo Rios: Valley Strong Vision for California
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Lisa Kerr Warns of Policy Threats and Fights for California Farmers
…outlook, Kerr pointed to opportunities. She highlighted new federal and NIFA grants that support ag innovators, encouraging farmers with bold ideas to pursue funding. Her company, Terrain Technologies, is working…
California Farmers Face Policy, Energy, and Innovation Challenges
…the potential paths forward through federal support, innovation, and farmer-led solutions. California Farmers Face Policy, Energy, and Innovation Challenges Water, Oil, and the Strain on California Farmers The conversation began…
The Origins of Conveyor Grain Elevators in 19th Century America
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Jean Étienne de Boré: Pioneer of Granulated Sugar in Louisiana
…a reliable or profitable cash crop. De Boré’s successful production of granulated sugar changed that. His innovation encouraged growers across Louisiana to plant sugarcane in greater quantities, giving rise to…
Edward Ring Brings Water Solutions to the AgNet News Hour
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E.T. York: Advancing American Agriculture Through Education and Leadership
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California’s Water Crisis: Edward Ring Calls for Abundance Over Scarcity
…guiding policy. Ring responded that water and forestry agencies are too often staffed by academics trained by activist professors who emphasize conservation and rationing over abundance and infrastructure. He argued…
Innovation, Water, and Politics Take Center Stage in California Ag
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Reedley College Ag Conference 2025: Innovation, Careers & Farming’s Future
…Johnson Reedley College Ag Conference 2025: Innovation, Careers & Farming’s Future A Full-Day Event for Growers, Students, and Industry Leaders Reedley, California will be the center of agricultural innovation and…
Norman Borlaug: The Father of the Green Revolution
…innovations directly contributed to the dramatic rise in global food production during the mid-20th century, helping to reduce hunger and poverty worldwide. Recognized for Global Contributions For his tireless work,…
Farming for the Future: Jake Barcellos and A-Bar Ag Enterprises
A Fourth-Generation California Farm in Los Banos–Firebaugh In the heart of California’s Central Valley, A-Bar Ag Enterprises, led by fourth-generation farmer Jake Barcellos, represents both tradition and innovation. Farming in…