…Mechanical Corn Shellers As agricultural innovation advanced in the 1800s, inventors sought ways to reduce the labor required for corn shelling. Mechanical corn shellers were introduced as an early solution,…
Milk Is Back: Health Benefits, Kids, and California Dairy
…chocolate milk are excellent recovery drinks, often outperforming commercial sports beverages. National Milk Day and Milk’s Rich History The conversation also spotlighted National Milk Day on January 11, which commemorates…
AgNet News Hour: Regenerative Ag & Dairy Insights for 2026
…soil and water quality using NRCS tools like EQIP and CSP. Learn how partnerships with corporations, technical service providers, and urban communities are scaling regenerative practices to improve crop yields,…
How the Great Depression Transformed American Farmland
…national forests, marking the beginning of a new relationship between farmers and the land itself — a commitment to stewardship rather than exploitation. A Shift Toward Land Stewardship This era…
Corn Shelling Bees: How Early Americans Processed Corn by Hand
…to mechanization remains a defining chapter in American agricultural history. Corn Shelling Bees: How Early Americans Processed Corn by Hand By Mark Oppold – American Agriculture History Minute Sponsored Content…
National Corn Husking Association: Preserving the Tradition of Hand-Harvested Corn
…also precision, making corn husking a vital part of rural life and culture. The National Corn Husking Association Keeps the Tradition Alive Today, the National Corn Husking Association (NCHA) continues…
Janae Wallace: Miss Rodeo California’s Year of Dedication and Impact
…sung the national anthem at a rodeo. Her humor and relatability shine through: “I think I’ve gone platinum in my car a couple of times,” she jokes. Partnering with Her…
AgNet News Hour Podcast Recap: Agriculture Policy, Rodeo Ambassadors, and Holiday Cheer
…dedication required to serve as a statewide agricultural ambassador. Janae shares her journey through intense competition, her experience earning second runner-up at Miss Rodeo America, and receiving a national personality…
Ohio State University: The Land-Grant Vision That Shaped Ohio’s Agricultural Legacy
…to shape the state’s agricultural, scientific, and engineering achievements today. Ohio State University: The Land-Grant Vision That Shaped Ohio’s Agricultural Legacy Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026…
Alexandra Duarte Talks Water, Agriculture, and Rural California in State Senate District 4 Race
…has fueled that momentum, with volunteers walking communities, attending local events, and engaging directly with voters. Her campaign has also embraced highly visible agricultural symbolism, including riding a horse in…
California Farm Bureau 107th Annual Meeting: Highlights, Advocacy Wins, and Preparing the Next Generation
…may not pursue agricultural careers. The Young Farmers and Ranchers (YFNR) program, targeting ages 18–35, offers contests, conferences, and networking opportunities, cultivating the next generation of agricultural leaders. Preparing Future…
Elaine Culotti: Why California’s Farmers, Cities, and Future Are at a Breaking Point
…Stockton, attracting workers, innovation, and new agricultural investment. She acknowledged the project’s mismanagement but emphasized that those harmed by construction—particularly farmers who lost access to land—must be fairly compensated. In…
California Agriculture & High-Speed Rail: Elaine Culotti on AgNet News Hour
…the challenges facing farmers, including heavy bureaucracy, regulatory red tape, and mismanaged funds, which threaten both infrastructure and agricultural innovation. Culotti emphasizes that young farmers, regenerative agriculture initiatives, and advanced…
The Louisiana Purchase: How Thomas Jefferson Secured America’s Agricultural Future
…Why New Orleans Mattered to America’s Farmers At the start of the 19th century, the Mississippi River was the lifeline of American commerce. Agricultural products from farms across the Midwest…