…chapter in both Ohio’s educational history and the broader story of America’s land-grant movement. Born from the Morrill Act of 1862, the institution began as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical…
Inside Today’s Wine Market: A Deep-Dive Conversation with Veteran Winemaker Nick Karavidas
The Friday edition of the AgNet News Hour opened with hosts Nick Papagni—the Ag Meter—and Lorrie Boyer welcoming listeners to another episode filled with agricultural insight, industry analysis, and expert…
How Early Agriculture Shaped Ohio: Indigenous Roots to 19th-Century Farming
…agricultural development. Ohio Rises as a 19th-Century Agricultural Powerhouse By the early 1800s, Ohio had established itself as one of the nation’s leading agricultural states. Its fertile fields produced abundant…
The Future of California Agriculture: Water, Utilities, and Advocacy Insights from Roger Isom
…critical issue. “We need to prioritize shovel-ready water projects, not high-speed rail,” said Isom. “Without action, jobs and agricultural production are at risk.” Energy Costs and Utility Reform Energy is…
Regulations, Water Challenges, and the 2026 Outlook: Roger Isom on the AgNet News Hour
…development for water conveyance and storage. Rising PG&E rates threaten farm operations: Proposed 27% electricity hike California agricultural rates up to 3x higher than Texas Solar payback periods under NEM…
How Iowa State University Began: The 1856 Origins of America’s First Agricultural College
AI image by ChatGPT A National Moment in Agricultural Advancement In the mid-1800s, agriculture was the driving force of American life, shaping communities, economies, and national expansion. Recognizing the importance…
AgNet News Hour: Midweek Agriculture Insights & Industry Headlines
…Organic Grower Summit – Monterey These conferences offer growers education, networking, and a break from fieldwork during the slower winter season. National Association of Farm Broadcasting: Industry Takeaways Lorrie shared…
The Origins of the Deere & Mansur Corn Planter
…planting equipment. The Breakthrough: The Deere Rotary Adjustable Corn Planter Shortly after forming their partnership, Deere and Mansur released a product that quickly became a standout in the agricultural marketplace—the…
Inside Butte County Agriculture: Education, Community, and Critical Issues
…Cecil Why Agricultural Education Matters Colleen emphasized just how essential youth agricultural education is—especially in California, the nation’s largest agricultural state and a major global food supplier. Children in the…
AgNet News Hour: Butte County Agriculture, Regulations & Almond Outlook
…agricultural foundation—almonds, walnuts, rice, citrus, olives, cattle, and a major pollination sector—and emphasizes the region’s dependable water, quality soils, and active grower involvement in groundwater sustainability planning. She also discusses…
Land-Grant Universities: History & Native American Colleges
…founded colleges and universities that became central to agricultural research, rural development, and community outreach, shaping the landscape of American education and farming for generations. New Additions to the Land-Grant…
Navigating California’s Agricultural Regulations: Insights from Bryan Little of the California Farm Bureau
…human resources. In addition, Little oversees Farm Employers Labor Service, an affiliated organization of the California Farm Bureau. This service helps agricultural employers comply with both state and federal requirements,…
California Agriculture News: Labor, Automation, and Policy Updates – AgNet News Hour
…the Farm Employers Labor Service (FELS) to assist with compliance on wages, hours, safety, training, and human resources. He highlighted the constant changes in California labor regulations, emphasizing the need…
Kansas State: America’s First Land-Grant University
…institution positioned Kansas State as a leader in agricultural innovation and public service from the very start. Early Legislative Efforts and Local Leadership The effort to create a state university…