…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
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National Western Stock Show: A Legacy of American Agriculture
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California Farming, Water & Pistachios: Inside The Ag Meter Interview
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Walnut Orchards to Washington: Jenny Moffitt’s Mission to Save American Farming
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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
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California Water Crisis: Can It Be Fixed?
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California Water Challenges Take Center Stage as Experts Call for Urgent Action
…there’s not enough,” she said. “The challenge is real, and the cost of water is real, and this is what farmers are facing every day.” One of the most pressing…
Early Agricultural Experiments in Kansas: A Government-Led Effort
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Dignity Act and Labor Reform Take Center Stage in AgNet News Hour Interview
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Colorado Irrigation: How Greeley Transformed Western Agriculture
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Cesar Chavez Controversy & Immigration Reform Shake Agriculture
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