Mark Oppold with An American Agriculture History Minute highlights a surprising and influential chapter in U.S. agricultural and marketing history—one that connects food production, consumer tastes, and one of the…
Record Pistachio Crop, Global Demand, and California’s Water Reality
…pistachio harvest to global demand, water policy, and the future of California agriculture. Kreps, a board member of American Pistachio Growers and consultant with Ultra Gro, offered a candid, ground-level…
John Duarte Lays Out a Blueprint for Water Abundance as World Ag Expo Hits Full Swing
…future, immigration reform, and why abundance, not scarcity, should guide state policy. Duarte wasted no time challenging the idea that California lacks water. Instead, he argued the state suffers from…
How 19th-Century Technology Transformed Corn and Wheat Farming
…Cutting Labor Nearly in Half By 1890, American farmers were increasingly adopting improved equipment that dramatically changed field operations. While producing 100 bushels of corn still required 2½ to 3…
World Ag Expo Week Begins as John Duarte Talks Almond Innovation, Water, and California’s Future
…conversations about water, policy, and the future of farming in the Golden State. Papagni opened the program from the road, reminding listeners that the first day of World Ag Expo…
Michigan’s Early Path to Statehood: From the Northwest Territory to Michigan Territory
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute, and the history of the state of Michigan is an interesting one. Long before Michigan became a state, its land passed…
California Walnuts Poised for Growth as Global Markets Align
…record, with excellent size and quality, ensuring ample supply for both domestic and international customers. Today, about 65% of California walnuts are exported, reinforcing the crop’s global importance. One of…
Wolves, Water, and the Fight for California Agriculture
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Richard Kreps Says Pistachios, Water, and Common Sense Must Lead California Forward
The February 9 edition of the AgNet News Hour kicked off a powerful week of conversations focused on pistachios, water, and California agriculture’s future as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh…
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…
John Holmes and the Birth of Agricultural Education
…future farmers and agricultural leaders could learn not only practical skills but also the science behind successful farming. In 1849, Holmes co-founded the Michigan State Agricultural Society. The organization focused…
Jeff Aiello Says California’s Wolf and Water Crises Are Symptoms of Broken Environmental Policy
…with Jeff Aiello, a 13-time Emmy Award-winning cinematographer, PBS host, and founder of 1830 Entertainment. Aiello, best known for his work on American Grown: My Job Depends on Ag and…
Early Innovations That Transformed American Agriculture
From Handmade Tools to a New Agricultural Era Prior to the 1800s, American farmers and ranchers relied almost entirely on handmade tools and equipment. These implements were often crafted locally…
World Ag Expo 2026 Returns to Tulare With Global Innovation, Education, and Community Impact
…steadily arriving at the International Agri-Center. Lawsten noted that activity on the grounds increases every day as exhibitors get set for the show. One of the most recognizable features of…