…continent. German-American Farming Traditions Among the most influential immigrant groups in early American agriculture were German settlers, whose farming practices were rooted in centuries of European tradition. When they arrived…
Edward Ring on California’s Water Crisis: Fixing a Broken System
A Voice for Water Policy Reform Edward Ring California’s ongoing water crisis remains one of the state’s most critical and divisive issues — a struggle that affects farmers, cities, and…
Nanette Simonian: Championing California Agriculture & Women in Ag
…and sustainable farming methods. Engaging Youth Through 4-H and FFA Nanette strongly supports youth involvement in agriculture, beginning with 4-H programs and progressing to Future Farmers of America (FFA). These…
Nanette Simonian and California Women for Agriculture Take a Stand on Prop 50
The November 6 edition of the AgNet News Hour packed plenty of passion and perspective as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill discussed everything from the FFA Golden Owl Awards…
Westward Expansion: The Harsh Beginnings of America’s Frontier Farmers
…were planted, these early hunters became the first generation of frontier farmers—laying the groundwork for what would become America’s agricultural heartland. Legacy of the Early Frontier Farmers The story of…
AI and Automation Drive Florida’s AgTech Revolution
…Dr. Nathan Boyd from the University of Florida joined ag tech leaders from around the world to discuss the future of automation and artificial intelligence (AI) in farming. Representing Florida’s…
Don Wagner on Restoring Integrity, Water, and Common Sense to California
…whack,” he said. “If Prop 50 passes, it will take nationally the disaster that is California government. America should not follow Gavin Newsom down the path of bad government.” Protecting…
Don Wagner Calls for Common Sense in Sacramento: Ag, Water, and the Future of California
The November 5 edition of the AgNet News Hour struck a chord with California farmers and voters alike as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill welcomed Don Wagner, candidate for…
How Early Farmers Learned to Protect Their Soil
…on Unsplash The Dawn of Soil Conservation in Early American Farming In the early years of American settlement, the nation’s farmers often took the vastness of the land for granted….
Farming the Frontier: How Early Settlers Built America
…the stage for generations of American farmers to come. Farming the Frontier: How Early Settlers Built America American Agriculture History Minute — with Mark Oppold Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester…
California Citrus Season Off to a Strong Start, Kings River Packing Leads the Charge
…label, you’re supporting family farmers,” he said. “That means a lot to us — and it means you’re getting the best citrus anywhere.” Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……
Electrostatic Spraying: On Target’s AgTech Revolution
…Willie Hartman, CEO of On Target Spray Systems, shared how his company is transforming the future of spraying technology. Speaking with Ag Meter, Hartman described a successful show filled with…
Almond Market Outlook and Ag Education Lead the Conversation on AgNet News Hour
…an enthusiastic call for farmers to join in that effort. “Every grower can make a difference just by opening their gates and showing kids what farming looks like,” Papagni said….
Pioneering the Midwest: How Settlers Turned Iowa’s Prairies into Farmland
…of civilization, it now marks the heart of American farming. That’s today’s American Agriculture History Minute — a tribute to the pioneers who turned the Midwest into the agricultural engine…