…original colonies demanded courage, endurance, and determination. Settlers faced political restrictions, natural obstacles, and the daunting task of surviving on unfamiliar land. The American dream of heading west began as…
Don Wagner on Restoring Integrity, Water, and Common Sense to California
…expanding the discussion beyond agriculture: “They are taking what should be an absolutely marvelous state with enormous resources—not just farming but oil and gas—and mismanaging it into crisis. We could…
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….
Kings River Packing: Eight Generations of Citrus Leadership
…running two shifts and packing around the clock. With fruit requiring a four-to-five-day transition for natural ethylene coloring, the facilities are working 24/7 to keep the pipeline full for retail,…
Pioneering the Midwest: How Settlers Turned Iowa’s Prairies into Farmland
…Prairie Iowa occupied a unique position in America’s natural geography. It lay exactly where the Great Eastern Forests met the endless prairies of the western plains. This transition zone wasn’t…
Inside the 2025 Almond Market: Supply, Pricing, Tariffs, and Global Demand
…world.” The Water Crisis and Political Obstacles Despite its natural advantages, California’s best agricultural regions—especially on the west side of the San Joaquin Valley—still struggle with unreliable water access. Toor…
CIR Agriculture Harvester Products
…of high-quality products and services is matched only by the knowledge of our dedicated sales and service staff, many of whom have been with us for 15, 20 and over…
Building the Future of Ag Tech: Danny Bernstein and The Reservoir at FIRA 2025
…use fewer resources and inputs efficiently. We have to measure everything — for regulators and for our own operations.” FIRA, he added, has become a vital showcase for emerging technologies….
Building the Future of Ag Education at Merced College
…sure our students know how to operate and service this kind of equipment. That’s what makes them valuable to employers.” The Innovation Center is designed not only for practical training…
Ag Hall of Fame: Honoring U.S. Agricultural Pioneers
…more recent years, the Ag Hall of Fame has continued to recognize individuals who have dedicated their lives to agricultural progress and public service. Among the latest inductees are former…
Building the Future of Farming: Insights from UC ANR’s Gabe Youtsey at FIRA USA 2025
…and Natural Resources (UC ANR) to discuss the challenges farmers face today, the technological transformations underway, and what it will take to keep farming strong for generations to come. UC…
From Citrus Greening to Ag Robotics: California Faces the Future of Farming
…latest autonomous robotics technology, and the insights of UC Agriculture & Natural Resources (UC ANR) and The Reservoir founder Danny Bernstein on the state’s farming future. The show opened with…
Beef Plan, Spray Tech, and AI: California Ag Eyes Relief and Reinvention
…autonomous platforms made it a natural fit at FIRA, where Hartman noted partnerships with multiple robotics firms. Policy heat flared during a FIRA panel Q&A when Papagni pressed California Agriculture…
GUSS: Transforming Orchard Spraying Through Autonomy and Innovation
…but in high-value crops here in California,” Thompson said. “After working together for a few years, they decided to fully acquire our company.” With John Deere’s resources and global reach,…