…the year. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the International Agri-Center hosts a wide range of events and programs that serve both the agricultural industry and the local community. Year-Round Events and…
Secretary of the California Department of Food and Agriculture
…quality and food safety—aimed at reducing redundancy. At the same time, the state has invested over $700 million into climate-smart agriculture, energy efficiency, and water conservation programs. Still, Ross made…
Walnut Orchards to Washington: Jenny Moffitt’s Mission to Save American Farming
…the central hub where you can: Learn about farmland protection programs Find upcoming field days and events Access tools for farm transition and estate planning Explore conservation practices and sustainability…
Farmland Protection and Farm Transition Take Focus in AgNet News Hour Interview
…to areas like soil health, water quality, and environmental stewardship. Another key theme was the importance of education and leadership development in agriculture. Moffitt credited programs like FFA and 4-H…
Soil Secrets Growers Can’t Afford to Ignore: Why This Ag Meter Interview Matters
…Program? Russell Taylor pulls back the curtain on a growing issue many farmers don’t even realize they’re facing—not all soil products are what they claim to be. With new labeling…
Colorado Irrigation: How Greeley Transformed Western Agriculture
…caused widespread soil erosion across the Great Plains. In Colorado, an estimated one-tenth of the state’s topsoil was lost to the wind. This environmental disaster underscored the importance of conservation…
Fire Ant Control Timing Critical for Protecting Almond Yields
…ant pressure and avoid costly losses. Monitoring orchard conditions and identifying colonies early are key steps in building an effective control program. For more information on Extinguish® Professional Fire Ant…
California Cattle Under Pressure: Katie Roberti Speaks Out
…many in agriculture, her roots run deep—built on hard work, family, and a connection to the land. Through programs like 4-H, she developed leadership skills early on, eventually finding her…
California Cattle Industry Faces Growing Pressure; Katie Roberti Discusses Wolves, Water, and Policy Challenges
…In some regions, wildlife is moving closer to communities, increasing tensions between conservation efforts and agricultural sustainability. Ranchers are now being forced to adapt quickly while also working with state…
Farms, Food, Future: Inside F3 Innovate’s Vision for Agriculture
…Koepke describes F3 Innovate as an “integrator,” connecting all parts of the ag ecosystem. Through key pillars like talent development, investment support, and commercialization programs, the organization is helping move…
Fire Ant Control and Farm Policy Take Center Stage; Mike Johanns Shares Insight for Growers
…program also featured a continued in-depth interview with former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Mike Johanns, who provided insight into the broader forces shaping agriculture today. Johanns emphasized the importance of…
Mike Johanns Talks Farm Profitability, Policy, and the Future of California Agriculture
…financial relief by returning dollars back into farming operations. Johanns also spoke highly of farmers themselves, pushing back against misconceptions about agriculture. He emphasized that producers are committed to conservation,…
Early American Farmers and the Cycle of Moving West
…strong harvests without much effort. But over time, that natural fertility began to decline. Without crop rotation, soil conservation, or other practices that modern farmers now consider essential, the productivity…
From Water Challenges to Agave Innovation: The Woolf Farming Story
…is being shaped by the next generation. Wiley Woolf is leading sustainability efforts, focusing on water conservation, soil health, air quality, solar energy, and pollinator habitats. His work reflects a…