…farming, producers were observing nature and learning through experience. It took farmers hundreds of years to put two and two together and recognize a simple but powerful truth: manure from…
Steve Hilton Lays Out Plan to Revive California Agriculture, Energy, and Water Policy
…reforms he proposes for agriculture, he said, should also apply to energy producers and other industries struggling under California’s current policies. Another area of concern discussed on the program was…
Steve Hilton: “Help Is on the Way” for California Agriculture
California is at a crossroads — and according to gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton, the state’s farmers, ranchers, manufacturers, and energy producers are carrying the heaviest burden. In a wide-ranging interview,…
Stephanie Nash: From California to Tennessee, Fighting for American Agriculture
…With fewer than 24,000 dairies left in the U.S., Stephanie warns that milk pricing, regulatory pressure, and land loss threaten the next generation. She urges younger farmers to advocate for…
Elaine Culotti Pushes for Middle-Ground Leadership and Stronger Support for Small Farmers
…80,000 farms in California under 200 acres and questioned why so many struggle to remain profitable. Rising input costs, packaging expenses, and regulations are squeezing producers, while farmgate prices often…
Missouri’s Deep Agricultural Roots: From French Settlers to Today
…soils and access to water made the Mississippi River corridor an ideal location for early agriculture. These first farms laid the groundwork for generations of producers who would expand westward…
Learning, Networking, and a Change of Scenery: Why California Growers May Want to Head to Fort Myers in 2026
…address real-world challenges facing specialty crop producers. Topics regularly include water-use efficiency, irrigation and nutrient management, pest and disease control, soil health, precision agriculture, and emerging technologies. While production systems…
Fighting for Family Farms: Stephanie Moreda-Arend on Point Reyes’ Future
…beef or milk on poor quality soil, grass, or water. Farmers have to protect the environment because their livelihoods depend on it.” Misconceptions about manure and organic fertilizers persist, she…
Missouri’s Early Agricultural Roots: River Commerce and Opportunity
…by river provided Missouri producers with a dependable and profitable outlet for their harvests. River transportation was not simply convenient—it was transformative. It reduced costs, increased market reach, and made…
Stephanie Moreda-Arend Warns Point Reyes Dairy Families Are Being Forced Off Generational Land
…ecosystems go hand in hand. Quality soil, clean water, and strong pasture management are not optional — they are essential to producing high-quality milk and beef. “You can’t have good…
California Agriculture’s Champions: John Duarte on Leadership, Policy & the Future
…farm broadcasters and agricultural publications serve as a direct line between policymakers and producers. They provide context, clarity, and accountability on topics such as: Water regulations and infrastructure Environmental compliance…
Edward Ring Says Energy Abundance Could Transform California’s Water and Agriculture Future
…Ring explained, is regulatory instability. Oil producers and refiners are hesitant to invest in long-term infrastructure if policy shifts every election cycle. Without consistent leadership and predictable rules, companies won’t…
Michigan Agriculture: A National Leader in Diversity, Cherries, and Innovation
…ranks among the nation’s top agricultural producers. This American Agriculture History Minute highlights why Michigan farmers play such a critical role in feeding the country and supporting rural economies. Over…
Rick Roberti Calls on Californians to Get Involved as Cattle Industry Faces a Crossroads
…strain producers. He pointed out that California cattle numbers are historically low, and rebuilding herds takes years — not months — making policy mistakes especially dangerous right now. A major theme…