…consumption has leveled off in recent years. Meanwhile, innovation remains a major focus for dairy companies. Research teams at Dairy Farmers of America are developing new products with higher protein…
Fresno’s Pappy’s Seasoning: A Family Legacy Built on Flavor
…at the center of his work early on and staying committed to the values he learned growing up in Fresno near Tenaya Park. Those roots continue to guide him today…
Dairy Leadership, Innovation, and Challenges with Melvin Medeiros
…cottage cheese has experienced a major resurgence as consumers seek high-protein foods. Innovation is also playing a major role. Dairy Farmers of America continues to invest heavily in research and…
Sharing Knowledge on the Frontier: Early Agricultural Extension in America
…establishment of state colleges dedicated to agriculture and the mechanical arts. These institutions were designed to bring practical, research-based education closer to the farmers who needed it most. Over time,…
Elaine Culotti Announces Run for California Governor, Calls for Economic Reset and Bipartisan Reform
Elaine Culotti California farmer and entrepreneur Elaine Culotti — widely known as the “Lipstick Farmer” — has officially entered the race for governor, launching a campaign centered on economic development,…
Elaine Culotti Pushes for Middle-Ground Leadership and Stronger Support for Small Farmers
…broader message was clear: California must prioritize roads, freight corridors, and functional infrastructure that directly supports agriculture and commerce. Small farmers were also front and center. Culotti highlighted the roughly…
Elaine Culotti Enters Governor’s Race, Calls for Major Reset in California Policy
…them. According to her, that structure drains local resources and limits communities’ ability to solve problems on their own terms. Infrastructure also took center stage. From the unfinished high-speed rail…
From Cattle Drives to Cold Storage: How Kansas City Became a Meatpacking Powerhouse
…Meatpacking Center The combination of expanding railroads, booming Texas cattle production, and refrigerated transportation made Kansas City a dominant meatpacking center. Cattle arriving from Kansas railheads were processed locally and…
Freight Crisis Deepens as California Trucking Companies Warn of Industry Collapse
…increase another $15,000 to $25,000 due to additional emissions requirements and new technology mandates. Meanwhile, repair costs at dealership service centers can exceed $240 per hour — and trucks often…
St. Louis: Gateway to America’s Agricultural Expansion
…be overstated. In the mid-19th century, as the nation expanded westward and farm production increased, St. Louis stood at the center of America’s agricultural transformation. Long before railroads dominated transportation,…
National FFA Week Highlights the Future of Agriculture Leadership
…range from animal science and plant science to agricultural technology and agribusiness. The organization prepares students for more than 300 agriculture-related career pathways, including food science, engineering, communications, research, and…
California Water, Energy, and Resource Policy: A Conversation with Edward Ring
…California Policy Center, we explored solutions that could transform the state’s approach to water, energy, and environmental stewardship — while supporting farmers, cities, and rural communities. Investing in Water Infrastructure…
Carbon Robotics Brings Laser Weeding and Autonomous Tractors to Center Stage
The February 20 edition of the AgNet News Hour focused squarely on agricultural automation, return on investment, and whether California is ready to truly support innovation in the field. Hosts…
Using Bt Products During Bloom to Manage Caterpillar Pests
…Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) product, is a strong option for controlling pests such as peach twig borer during almond bloom. Research data has consistently shown good efficacy on early-season caterpillar pests,…