Photo by Thomas Konings on Unsplash How Plantation Agriculture Shaped America’s Farming Roots Plantation agriculture stands as one of the most significant chapters in the history of American farming. Emerging…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads: Insights from Fresno County Farm Bureau President Ryan Jacobsen
…farmers into a relentless cycle of drying crops, salvaging what they could, and preparing for the next wave of rain. Farmers—especially those working with raisins, almonds, grapes, and other weather-sensitive…
Ryan Jacobsen on Farming Through Storms, Labor, and the Future of California Agriculture
…and challenging years in decades.” He noted that while the weather was remarkably mild for most of the year, the harvest season tested farmers’ patience and endurance. “We had about…
How Radio Transformed American Agriculture History
Photo by QingYu on Unsplash The Power of Radio in Rural America Radio is one of the most influential innovations in the history of American agriculture. In the early 20th…
Edward Ring Wraps Up: California’s Path to Prosperity Lies in Facts, Not Fear
…warned that California’s environmental extremism has gone too far, with groups demanding electric-only infrastructure and blocking projects that could help farmers and working families. “If the environmentalists had their way,…
From Barley to Cotton: How America’s Early Crops Shaped Agriculture
…the colonists struggled to adapt, Native Americans played a pivotal role in shaping the future of American agriculture. They introduced the settlers to Indian corn, or maize, which would become…
Edward Ring’s Bold Blueprint: Fixing California’s Water and Energy Crisis
…about the future of California agriculture.” Ring, often referred to by listeners as the “Water Master,” began by discussing the fallout from Proposition 50, warning that it could further weaken rural…
Ethnic Roots of Early American Agriculture
…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…