…Union veterans reshaped the landscape of Kansas. Their work established farms, communities, and agricultural systems that still influence the region today. What began as an opportunity for veterans to start…
California Cattle Industry Faces Predator and Policy Challenges; Katie Roberti Continues Conversation on Wolves and Ranching
…moving forward. With many Californians disconnected from agriculture, efforts to share rancher stories and explain how food is produced will be critical in shaping future policy decisions and public perception….
California Cattle Under Pressure: Katie Roberti Speaks Out
…tool for reducing wildfire fuel loads and maintaining healthy ecosystems—something Roberti says is long overdue. Still, there’s a disconnect. Many consumers are far removed from agriculture, leading to misunderstandings about…
California Cattle Industry Faces Growing Pressure; Katie Roberti Discusses Wolves, Water, and Policy Challenges
…of having leadership that understands agriculture’s role in California’s economy. The cattle industry alone plays a significant part in managing millions of acres of land, contributing not only to food…
From Failed Crops to the Wheat State: Early Kansas Agriculture
…or from their home countries, hoping to recreate the crops and farming systems they already knew. Many of these early settlers planted corn, which was a familiar staple crop throughout…
Farms, Food, Future: Inside F3 Innovate’s Vision for Agriculture
…how her organization is working to transform agriculture in California’s Central Valley—and beyond—through technology, education, and collaboration. F3 Innovate, which stands for Farms, Food, Future, is a nonprofit built to…
Daniel Morgan Boone and the Struggle of Early Kansas Farming
…their primary goal was simple survival. Families worked hard to grow just enough food to feed themselves and sustain their households. With limited resources and constant uncertainty, many settlers were…
Ag Innovation and the Future of Farming; F3 Innovate Highlights Technology and Workforce Development
…are rapidly reshaping how food is produced. But she made it clear that innovation isn’t about replacing workers—it’s about creating better, safer, and more efficient jobs in agriculture. One of…
Ellis-Chalmers: Steam Power and the Machinery Behind Early American Agriculture
…widespread use of gasoline and diesel engines, steam-powered machinery helped drive: Grain milling operations Agricultural processing equipment Early mechanized farm systems Industrial machinery supporting rural economies Companies like Ellis-Chalmers helped…
Inside Agriculture’s Turning Point: Mike Johanns on Policy, Profitability, and the Future
…technology, data, and smarter systems. Trade, Biofuels, and Global Competition Looking ahead, Johanns outlines key priorities for U.S. agriculture: Strengthening global trade relationships to stay competitive with countries like Brazil…
Colonial Fur Trade and Wheat Demand Shaped Early American Farming
…international markets. In the early 1700s, demand from Europe for both natural resources and food helped drive economic growth across several regions of the American colonies. From the booming fur…
Broadcast Applications Improve Fire Ant Control in Almond Orchards
…that fire ants often nest in electrical components, irrigation systems, and machinery, creating operational challenges beyond the orchard itself. Effective fire ant management not only protects yield but also helps…
Early American Farmers and the Cycle of Moving West
…The experiences of those early pioneers helped shape the development of sustainable farming practices that protect soil health and ensure land can continue producing food for generations. As historian Louis…
From Water Challenges to Agave Innovation: The Woolf Farming Story
…Woolf Farming & Processing. Traditionally grown in Mexico, this drought-tolerant crop requires minimal irrigation—just a few inches of water per year under drip systems. Even more promising, early results in…