…conference was designed by asking three key groups — farmers, ag faculty, and students — what they need most. Growers identified pain points, information gaps, and opportunities for funding and…
California Almond Harvest 2025: Prices and Yields
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Big News for Dairy and Almond Growers: USDA Announces $1 Billion Relief Program, Almond Yields Down
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…formed a partnership between the USDA and land-grant universities to provide hands-on education, practical research, and direct outreach to farm families across the country. USDA Extension Service: A Legacy of…
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George Grant and the Introduction of Angus Cattle to America
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California Trucking Rules Under Fire: EPA Pushback
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History of Land-Grant Universities in U.S. Agriculture
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Florida Citrus and Specialty Crops: Frank Giles on Challenges, Optimism, and Innovation
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Roger Isom on California Farming Challenges in 2025
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