…science, and many early practices unintentionally harmed the environment. How Livestock Practices Contributed to Land Degradation Colonial farmers frequently cleared forests to make room for crops and grazing. Livestock such…
California in Crisis: Elaine Culotti on Leadership, Voter ID & Agriculture
California faces critical challenges in 2026, from economic mismanagement to overregulation and environmental disputes, and farmers are feeling the impact. On the AgNet West News Hour, Nick Papagni, the Ag…
America’s Largest Barns: Icons of Agriculture
…operating as a museum, preserves the legacy of the region’s farming history. Visitors can explore its expansive structure and learn about the daily life and labor of farmers who once…
AgNet News Hour: California Agriculture, Wine Industry Insights & Trade Talks for 2026
…environmental policies to the wine industry, and international trade. The discussion starts with the ongoing controversy surrounding the reintroduction of wolves, which is a significant issue for farmers and ranchers…
The History of Corn Harvesting in American Agriculture: From Hand-Husked Fields to Mechanization
…labor-intensive challenge. Before tractors and combines became common, farmers relied on hand labor. Worker’s hand-husked each ear of corn and loaded them into high-sided wagons, meticulously picking the fields clean….
AgNet News Hour: California Agriculture, Wine Industry Insights & Trade Talks for 2026
…environmental policies to the wine industry, and international trade. The discussion starts with the ongoing controversy surrounding the reintroduction of wolves, which is a significant issue for farmers and ranchers…
California FFA: Growing the Next Generation of Ag Leaders
…Farmers of America). On a recent Ag Meter episode, Nick Papagni spoke with Katie Otto, Executive Director of Development for the California FFA Foundation, about the program’s impact on students…
AgNet News Hour: Regenerative Ag & Dairy Insights for 2026
Join the AgNet News Hour for expert insights into the latest in U.S. agriculture. In this episode, we cover USDA’s Farmer-First Regenerative Agriculture Pilot Program, which rewards farmers for improving…
How the Great Depression Transformed American Farmland
…just soil that disappeared—it was hope. Out of that devastation came a powerful movement that would forever change the way farmers and ranchers cared for the land. I’m Mark Oppold,…
AI, Robotics, and Innovation in California Agriculture – AgNet News Hour Christmas Special
…discusses regulatory challenges, water management, and ways farmers can engage in local and state policy through initiatives like Campaign School. Todd Burkdoll of Valent USA shares decades of crop science…
Corn Shelling Bees: How Early Americans Processed Corn by Hand
…used in a variety of practical ways. Farmers relied on corn as fuel for heating, fertilizer for improving soil productivity, feed for cattle, and bedding for livestock. Every part of…
AgNet News Hour: Farming, Freight & Market Reality
…conversation on the real challenges facing agriculture today. Foglio breaks down weak hay and alfalfa markets, low milk prices, lost export demand, and the tough financial decisions farmers must make…
National Corn Husking Association: Preserving the Tradition of Hand-Harvested Corn
AI image created by ChatGPT A Tradition Born from Necessity From the 1920s to the 1940s, harvesting corn by hand was more than a skill—it was essential for farmers across…
AgNet News Hour Podcast Recap: Agriculture Policy, Rodeo Ambassadors, and Holiday Cheer
…of farmers and ranchers who continue to adapt and innovate. Listeners also hear positive news from the industry, including strong commodity marketing efforts and research-driven promotion—most notably new attention on…