…trying to manufacture food products in California. Still, Eddie believes the state can remain a powerhouse for agriculture and food production with the right leadership and policies. Helping the Next…
A Fresno Success Story Featured on the AgNet News Hour
…recognizable food brands Papagni will continue the conversation in the next episode, where Papulias shares recipes, cooking tips, and advice for entrepreneurs considering launching their own food businesses. 👉 Listen…
Axios® 20 SC Fungicide Offers Flexible Disease Control for Almond Growers
As California almond growers navigate tight spray windows during the growing season, having flexible and easy-to-use fungicide options can help keep disease management programs on track. Cassie Rieser, Technical Sales…
America’s Westward Expansion and the Transformation of Agriculture
…their crops and livestock. Bringing food to market across vast stretches of undeveloped territory was costly and time-consuming. Poor roads, seasonal weather conditions, and limited infrastructure often meant that farmers…
Cannon Michael Highlights Farming Challenges; USDA’s Luke Lindberg Talks Trade Gains
…these technologies are still developing, Michael believes innovation will be critical for the long-term success of California agriculture. The program also featured an interview with USDA Undersecretary for Trade and…
Six Generations of Farming: Cannon Michael on Water, Innovation, and the Future of California Agriculture
…Area Michael says diversification helps reduce risk while also allowing the farm to produce food people actually enjoy eating. “It’s fun to grow things that we like to share with…
Cannon Michael Warns West Side Farmers Face Major Challenges with 15% Water Allocation
…farmers remain deeply committed to their land, their employees, and their communities. Beyond producing food, many farms contribute to wildlife habitat, education programs, and community development efforts throughout rural California….
Steve Hilton Lays Out Plan to Revive California Agriculture, Energy, and Water Policy
…reforms he proposes for agriculture, he said, should also apply to energy producers and other industries struggling under California’s current policies. Another area of concern discussed on the program was…
640 Acres and a Fresh Start: Early Tennessee Land Grants
…relied heavily on hunting and gathering to feed their families and livestock. Wildlife provided meat. Forests provided forage. Only after securing basic food and shelter could families begin the long…
Steve Hilton: “Help Is on the Way” for California Agriculture
…Government Efficiency — aimed at auditing fraud, eliminating redundant agencies, merging departments, and cutting regulatory duplication between state, regional, and county governments. For small farmers and food manufacturers, he says,…
Stephanie Nash: From California to Tennessee, Fighting for American Agriculture
…food production. She believes agriculture should be mandatory in every high school, teaching responsibility, science, and stewardship while connecting students to the origin of their food. Challenges Facing Family Farms…
Stephanie Nash Advocates for Farmers and the Next Generation of Agriculture Leaders
…in public conversations. She decided to use social media to explain what farmers actually do, debunk myths about food production, and share honest stories about life on a dairy farm….
Sharing Knowledge on the Frontier: Early Agricultural Extension in America
Early American settlers faced a unique challenge: producing enough food and cash crops in unfamiliar lands with limited resources. In the absence of modern communications, these pioneers relied heavily on…
Dave Roberts Says California Farmers Are Being Squeezed From Every Direction
…removal of productive farmland from use. With California already importing significant food, he questioned how reducing domestic production strengthens food security. “Food security is national security,” he said, urging policymakers…