…and even San Diego, California wines represent a diverse landscape of flavor, culture, and innovation. California Wine Month: Sustainability, Innovation, and the Future of Wine Julie Berge California Wine Month:…
Native American Agriculture: Roots of U.S. Farming
…foundation of farming in North America. The controlled use of fire, strategic floodplain farming, and cultivation of staple crops demonstrate the depth of Indigenous knowledge and innovation. When Europeans arrived,…
Don Cameron: California Ag Leadership & Challenges
…Agriculture Through Challenges and Change Terranova Ranch: Innovation and Partnership Terranova Ranch operates on owned land, leased ground, and through custom farming for landowners who prefer not to farm themselves….
Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture: America’s First Farm Organization
…that four of its founders were signers of the Declaration of Independence. Among them was Benjamin Franklin, whose lifelong interest in science and innovation made him a natural champion for…
California Wine Month Highlights Sustainability and Innovation: Julie Berge of the Wine Institute Shares Industry Outlook
…on the challenge of reaching younger consumers, who often view wine as intimidating. Berge pointed to innovation in packaging—like canned wines, boxed options, and lighter bottles—as tools to make wine…
Henry A. Wallace: Innovator, Journalist, and Statesman
…for Wallace’s Farmer Magazine, a publication that became a leading voice in rural America. Through his writing, Wallace educated and influenced farmers nationwide, addressing issues ranging from crop innovation to…
California Ag Battles: Water, Solar, and Farmland Futures
…California Land Conservation Act of 1965, better known as the Williamson Act. The act allows counties and cities to preserve farmland by restricting its use to agriculture. However, AB1156 opens…
Henry A. Wallace: Father of Hybrid Corn
…The innovation marked a turning point in agricultural productivity, offering farmers a reliable way to increase yields and improve crop resilience. Recognition and Legacy The significance of Wallace’s work was…
Melissa Oberti on Grapes, Almonds, and Water Challenges
…farming, jobs, and communities across the Valley will suffer.” Her experience demonstrates the resilience, dedication, and innovation required to sustain Central Valley agriculture in today’s challenging environment. Sponsored Content Let’s…
Joe Del Bosque: Water, Labor, and the Fight for California Farming
…California agriculture. He also brings legislators and media outlets to his farm, ensuring decision-makers and the public see firsthand the challenges farmers face. Regulations and Farm Innovation California’s strict regulations…
The Roots of U.S. Forest Management
…This legislation was a critical milestone in shaping the nation’s conservation policy, ensuring that vast areas of natural forest were protected for future generations. A Lasting Legacy The early decisions…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads
…who bypass the system entirely and must be removed. Coyotes and cartels, he warned, exploit migrants with exorbitant fees and violent threats, making reform urgent. Political Courage and the Road…
California Agriculture: Don Cameron on Labor, Water, and Innovation
…of California agriculture. Automation and Agricultural Innovation To address labor challenges, Cameron’s operations are embracing automation and innovation. He described experiments with mechanical and laser weeders and drone technology, highlighting…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads: Organics Innovation and Prop 50
On today’s AgNet News Hour, host Nick Papagni and co-host Josh McGill tackled two of the big issues shaping California agriculture right now—innovation in organic production and the political battle…