…Farming in California: Dependent by Design Culotti described farming in California as increasingly unsustainable without government assistance. While grants and targeted support can be useful, she warned that farmers have…
California Agriculture & High-Speed Rail: Elaine Culotti on AgNet News Hour
…Culotti addresses the California high-speed rail project, criticizing political delays and bureaucratic inefficiency. She stresses that competent contractors, federal and state funding, and fair compensation for affected farmers are crucial…
AgNet News Hour: Alexandra Duarte on California Agriculture, Water Policy, and the Future of Farming
…as a key asset for navigating agricultural policy. She plans to prioritize water management, infrastructure, and natural resources in rural communities, ensuring funding from Sacramento benefits the Central Valley, not…
The Legacy of Land-Grant Universities in American Agriculture History
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Kansas State University: The First Morrill Act Land-Grant College and Its Civil War Origins
…leadership and the enduring impact of land-grant universities. Kansas State University: The First Morrill Act Land-Grant College and Its Civil War Origins Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1,…
How Ohio State University Was Founded: The Land-Grant History Behind the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College
…the state legislature. Each emphasized its history, infrastructure, and readiness to fulfill the land-grant mission. The debate was intense, reflecting the high stakes of receiving federal land, funding, and prestige….
The Future of California Agriculture: Water, Utilities, and Advocacy Insights from Roger Isom
…Valley Water Blueprint estimates $5.2 billion needed for groundwater recharge, conveyance, and other water infrastructure projects. With California facing a budget deficit exceeding $18 billion, funding these initiatives remains a…
Regulations, Water Challenges, and the 2026 Outlook: Roger Isom on the AgNet News Hour
…operating freely. Increasing paperwork burdens take time away from actual farming. Water, Energy, and Affordability Pressures Groundwater restrictions are enforced ahead of SGMA 2040 benchmarks. Funding gaps prevent critical infrastructure…
Land-Grant Universities: History & Native American Colleges
AI image generated by ChatGPT Expanding America’s Land-Grant Tradition Most land-grant universities Americans know today—such as Iowa State University and Kansas State University—trace their origins to the landmark Morrill Act…
Kansas State: America’s First Land-Grant University
…the new state’s educational and agricultural needs. The First Morrill Act Land-Grant Institution With the passage of the Morrill Act of 1862, the federal government opened the door for states…
John Duarte on California’s Future: Agriculture, Leadership & Change
…billions invested into the rail line with the massive impact that same funding could have had on drinking water systems, treatment facilities, and rural infrastructure. During his time in Congress,…
How Iowa State University Began: A Farming Legacy
…Powerhouse The modest Model Farm of 1856 laid the foundation for what would become one of America’s leading land-grant universities: Iowa State University. Today, the university stands as a global…
Fourth-Generation Farming in the South Valley: An Interview with Jason Giannelli
…harm local economies, reduce tax revenue, and threaten jobs. For example, water restrictions under SGMA could force farmland out of production, affecting both agriculture and municipal funding. Similarly, restrictions on…