…out more at WGA.com. Curious to know how America’s farms fill the jobs that are essential for our food supply? In this episode of Voices of the Valley, we dive…
American Agriculture History Minute: Mid-1800s Rapid Agriculture Growth
…and the expansion of the frontier opened up large numbers of new farms. The number of farms, in fact, grew from 1.4 million in 1850 to 4 million in 1880,…
NPPC Supports the Food Security and Farm Production Act
…18 months, raising concerns about the future of family farms. NPPC Supports the Food Security and Farm Production Act prop_12_billDownload Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products July 1, 2025 Unlock…
NASDA Policy Priorities Set for 2025
…dairies, swine, and poultry farms. NASDA is pushing for a guest worker program that allows for full-time, year-round employment—not just seasonal help. “We just can’t get the labor we need,”…
Ag Groups Call for Trade Fix After Tariff Announcement
…Leaders in corn, soy, and beef sectors say the tariffs could harm already struggling farms if foreign markets respond with their own trade barriers. “About 15% of the U.S. corn…
American Agriculture History Minute: Early Settlers Settle Appalachian Mountains
…the National Register of Historic Places in 1978, and in 2002 became part of the Earnest Farms National Historic District. Coordinates: N 36.20546, W 82.68414 By Brian Stansberry – Own…
Farm Closures Feared as Ag Industry Responds to New Tariffs
…have reached a breaking point. Without meaningful support and a commitment to fair trade policies, we will lose even more family farms, weaken rural economies, and ultimately drive up costs…
American Agriculture History Minute: Stubborn as a Missouri Mule
…still remain the favorite animal on Missouri farms, but you’ve no doubt heard the phrase, stubborn as a Missouri mule. That’s today’s American Agriculture History Minute. I’m Mark Oppold. Thanks…
American Agriculture History Minute: Missouri Established Among Farming Leading States
…statue adorning the dome of the state capitol in Jefferson City, often mistaken as Lady Liberty, is actually Ceres, goddess of growing vegetation. The first farms in Missouri were established…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 03-31-25
…has spent significant funds fighting it. Lorrie cited some issues with wind farms and wind turbines based upon her prior coverage in other areas of the country. Listen to previous…
Analysis Finds Majority of CA Farms have a Woman at the Helm
Image by Kotangens/DepositPhotos image Women are playing an increasingly vital role in California’s agriculture industry, with the state leading the nation in female-operated farms. A new analysis from Trace One…
CDFA Discusses Benefits of Urban Agriculture
…and creating a resilient food system. The CDFA announced $778,061 in funding for 10 farms, including four in Sacramento, to enhance operations through projects like tool storage and cold storage….
CDFA and UC-ANR to Conduct Regional Pre-Harvest Water Assessment Workshops
DepositPhotos image The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) and the University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC/ANR) to conduct regional pre-harvest water assessment workshops for farms subject…
CalCAN Advocates for a Continuous Allocation of CA GGRF for Agricultural Climate Solutions
…farms, food security, and rural communities against extreme weather. CalCAN Advocates for a Continuous Allocation of CA GGRF for Agricultural Climate Solutions Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products July 1,…