Out on the east side of the San Joaquin Valley near Woodlake, farming isn’t just a business — it’s a generational commitment. In a powerful Ag Meter conversation, Dave Roberts…
More Than a Million Strong: How FFA Is Shaping America’s Future
…but of leadership and service. Living to Serve A group of males and females creating an assembly line to move stones at National FFA convention and expo day of service….
Missouri’s Mule Legacy in American Agriculture
…By raising mules alongside other crops and livestock, farmers diversified their operations and strengthened their financial stability. Horses Still Ruled the Farm Despite Missouri’s strong mule reputation, horses remained the…
CIR Agriculture Harvester Products
…of high-quality products and services is matched only by the knowledge of our dedicated sales and service staff, many of whom have been with us for 15, 20 and over…
From Cattle Drives to Cold Storage: How Kansas City Became a Meatpacking Powerhouse
…significant economic transitions in its history. What had long been a primarily rural, farm-based economy evolved into a powerful industrial agricultural system. Rapid industrialization reshaped the region. Infrastructure expanded, cities…
California Freight in Crisis: Wildwood Express on the Pressures Facing Trucking and Agriculture
…$15,000–$25,000 more due to emissions technology, creating a significant financial burden for companies already operating on thin margins. “We don’t have the resources or time to provide the services and…
Learning, Networking, and a Change of Scenery: Why California Growers May Want to Head to Fort Myers in 2026
For California farmers and agribusiness professionals, attending an out-of-state event has to make sense. Time away from the farm is valuable, and travel has to deliver real returns. The 2026…
Freight Crisis Deepens as California Trucking Companies Warn of Industry Collapse
…increase another $15,000 to $25,000 due to additional emissions requirements and new technology mandates. Meanwhile, repair costs at dealership service centers can exceed $240 per hour — and trucks often…
From Backyard Prototype to Global Ag Tech: Carbon Robotics’ LaserWeeder Revolution
…exposure, protecting soil and farmer health “Every season is the most important season,” Mikesell explains. The LaserWeeder pays for itself in under three years, giving farmers a clear return on…
From Fresno Legend to Propane Pioneer: Lance Shebelut on Farming Smarter
…Known for his home-run prowess on the diamond, Shebelut has also been hitting home runs in farming, particularly with energy-efficient irrigation. From Tenaya Park to the Farm Before making a…
Fighting for Family Farms: Stephanie Moreda-Arend on Point Reyes’ Future
…when an extremist group targeted farms in Sonoma County through legislative action to define factory farms, which would shut down 50% of all farms, including her family farm. Shortly after…
Robert Thomas and the Birth of the Farmer’s Almanac
…combining education, science, and communication in service to farmers and rural communities. By merging astronomy with practical farming knowledge—and presenting it with clarity and humor—Thomas created a resource that became…
St. Louis: Gateway to America’s Agricultural Expansion
…be overstated. In the mid-19th century, as the nation expanded westward and farm production increased, St. Louis stood at the center of America’s agricultural transformation. Long before railroads dominated transportation,…
National FFA Week Highlights the Future of Agriculture Leadership
…George Washington’s birthday, honoring his agricultural roots and reinforcing farming’s foundational role in America. Throughout the week, chapters host service projects, alumni celebrations, advisor appreciation events, and community outreach efforts….