The AgNet News Hour continued its coverage of California’s pivotal governor race, while also highlighting mounting cost pressures facing farmers—from fertilizer and fuel to packaging—at a critical time for the…
From Gold Rush to Green Fields: The Agricultural Roots of Colorado
Early Agriculture in Colorado: Before Statehood When early settlers first arrived in what is now the state of Colorado, they encountered established agricultural practices already in place. Native American communities…
Steve Hilton Calls for “Abundance and Growth” in California Agriculture
…while laying out a bold vision for the future of agriculture, energy, and economic policy in the state. Frustration with Current Leadership Hilton did not hold back when addressing what…
Chad Bianco on California Agriculture: “Common Sense Can Fix What’s Broken”
…“Ag Meter” to discuss the future of California agriculture. Speaking directly to farmers and industry stakeholders, Bianco emphasized a return to “common sense” governance—an approach that clearly resonated with the…
California Governor Debate Highlights Sharp Divide on Energy, Water, and Farm Regulations
…the future of agriculture, energy, and water policy. With farmers and ag leaders in attendance, the debate made one thing clear, there is little agreement on how to fix rising…
Butler Manufacturing: From Water Tanks to Steel Buildings
…into one of the most influential manufacturing companies in American agricultural history. The Butler brothers combined ingenuity with practical farming needs, initially focusing their efforts on improving essential farm equipment….
California Ag Leaders Push for Policy Change and Representation at Governor Debate
…regulation. While acknowledging that some level of oversight is necessary to maintain food safety, Jacobson warned that excessive regulation continues to burden farmers and rural communities. “Regulation makes our food…
Birth of the National Western Stock Show: A Legacy That Shaped American Agriculture
…quickly evolved into a cornerstone of American agriculture. The National Western Stock Show became more than just an exhibition—it became a meeting ground for innovation, education, and tradition. Over time,…
Pistachio Market Outlook Brightens as Global Tensions Shift Supply Dynamics
…ranking as the world’s second-largest pistachio producer, any disruption in that region could significantly benefit California growers. “Iran is the second-largest producer of pistachios, so it will help the American…
National Western Stock Show: A Legacy of American Agriculture
…and innovation of American agriculture. Over more than a century, the event has grown into a nationally recognized celebration of the livestock industry, while maintaining its roots in education, competition,…
California Farming, Water & Pistachios: Inside The Ag Meter Interview
…Meter’s Nick Papagni, Kreps delivers an unfiltered look at the policies, pressures, and possibilities shaping the future of farming in the Golden State. Politics Meets the Field Kreps begins by…
Walnut Orchards to Washington: Jenny Moffitt’s Mission to Save American Farming
…health, sustainability, and productivity. Farmers aren’t just thinking about next season—they’re thinking about the next generation. The Power of Ag Education: FFA & 4-H Moffitt credits programs like FFA and…
Farmland Protection and Farm Transition Take Focus in AgNet News Hour Interview
…the critical need to keep farmers on the land and ensure the future of agriculture. Moffitt, who grew up farming organic walnuts in Northern California, brings both policy and real-world…
Seeds of Survival: How Irrigation Shaped Early Colorado Agriculture
…inhospitable to farming. Settlers entering the area faced dry conditions, unpredictable weather, and a landscape that earned the nickname “The Great American Desert.” Despite these challenges, early pioneers were determined…