…Matoian Brothers Farming in Easton. With decades of experience in both commodity leadership and hands-on farming, Matoian offered a unique perspective on the intersection of policy, trade, and day-to-day agricultural…
Henry A. Wallace: Innovator, Journalist, and Statesman
…farm policy. His journalistic work complemented his practical contributions to agriculture, making him a trusted voice in both the scientific and farming communities. Political Career and Public Service Wallace’s impact…
From Olives to Almonds: Melissa Oberti Shares Her Family’s Farming Legacy and the Struggles Facing California Growers
On today’s AgNet News Hour, Nick Papagni and Josh McGill welcomed Melissa Oberti, a third-generation Central Valley farmer from Madera, to share her family’s story and the challenges facing small…
John W. Tyson: Missouri Farmer Builds Poultry Legacy
…thriving family-run poultry company, known for its quality, service, and dedication to farmers. The Tyson Legacy (1931 – Present) In 1931, John W. Tyson officially founded the company that would…
California Ag Battles: Water, Solar, and Farmland Futures
…on farmland. Land Locked and Left Waiting Farm families such as the Oberti operation have been waiting for years to farm ground tied up by state and federal decisions. As…
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…
California Agriculture: Fires, Wolves & Farm Labor Reform
…feature was an interview with Manuel Cunha, President of the Nisei Farmers League, who addressed farm labor shortages and immigration policy. He highlighted the bipartisan Dignity Act (H.R. 4393), introduced…
The Roots of U.S. Forest Management
…made in the late 1800s set the stage for the U.S. Forest Service and broader conservation efforts that continue to this day. What began as small steps within the USDA…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads
…operations. Instead of helping “the little guy,” many rules unintentionally drive more farms out of business. Misunderstood Farmers and Vanishing Farmland Reisinger pointed to cases like dairy producer Stephanie Moreda…
USDA Extension Service: A Legacy of Education and Support
…Education and Support America in 1914: Farming at the Center At the time of the Extension Service’s creation, farming was central to American life. More than half of the U.S….
Lewis B. Schmidt and the First Agricultural History Course in America
Farm Families and the Birth of Agricultural Policy As farm families moved westward and settled across the American heartland, they were unknowingly shaping the foundation of U.S. agriculture. Their struggles,…
Ziveli Winery: A Croatian Legacy Thrives in the Heart of California
…last decade, and government programs meant to offset these costs have been reduced. “The farm can’t support a small family anymore. You need at least a thousand acres just to…
California Farmers Struggle with Water, Labor, and Regulations
…realities of farm life—from early morning emergencies to daily business challenges. Regulatory Challenges Facing California Farmers Farmers face thousands of regulations annually, many of which impact profitability and farm succession….
Stanislaus County Farm Bureau: Advocacy, Education & the Future of Agriculture
…on advocacy, member services, and community education. “Our role is to keep farming, ranching, and dairying in front of decision makers in Sacramento and locally,” Genasci explained. Stanislaus County Farm…