Early American settlers faced a unique challenge: producing enough food and cash crops in unfamiliar lands with limited resources. In the absence of modern communications, these pioneers relied heavily on…
More Than a Million Strong: How FFA Is Shaping America’s Future
…but of leadership and service. Living to Serve A group of males and females creating an assembly line to move stones at National FFA convention and expo day of service….
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…
Elaine Culotti Enters Governor’s Race, Calls for Major Reset in California Policy
…them. According to her, that structure drains local resources and limits communities’ ability to solve problems on their own terms. Infrastructure also took center stage. From the unfinished high-speed rail…
Kern Oil Documentary Highlights Human Cost of California Energy Policy
…broader themes of accountability and governance. With California facing budget challenges and rising living costs, the hosts discussed whether better management of existing natural resources could help stabilize local economies….
California Freight in Crisis: Wildwood Express on the Pressures Facing Trucking and Agriculture
…$15,000–$25,000 more due to emissions technology, creating a significant financial burden for companies already operating on thin margins. “We don’t have the resources or time to provide the services and…
Freight Crisis Deepens as California Trucking Companies Warn of Industry Collapse
…increase another $15,000 to $25,000 due to additional emissions requirements and new technology mandates. Meanwhile, repair costs at dealership service centers can exceed $240 per hour — and trucks often…
From Backyard Prototype to Global Ag Tech: Carbon Robotics’ LaserWeeder Revolution
…app or direct contact No distributors — all service comes directly from Carbon Robotics “The goal is to make it as easy as possible for farmers,” he says. By combining…
Robert Thomas and the Birth of the Farmer’s Almanac
…combining education, science, and communication in service to farmers and rural communities. By merging astronomy with practical farming knowledge—and presenting it with clarity and humor—Thomas created a resource that became…
National FFA Week Highlights the Future of Agriculture Leadership
…George Washington’s birthday, honoring his agricultural roots and reinforcing farming’s foundational role in America. Throughout the week, chapters host service projects, alumni celebrations, advisor appreciation events, and community outreach efforts….
California Water, Energy, and Resource Policy: A Conversation with Edward Ring
…between farmers, urban water agencies, and environmental stakeholders, noting that solutions exist that can satisfy all parties. Forests, Natural Resources, and Runoff California’s forests, depleted of regular timber harvests and…
Jamie Johansson: A Farmer Running to Fix California
…social media. As 2026 approaches, Johansson’s campaign centers on restoring water reliability, managing natural resources responsibly, lowering energy costs, and bringing fiscal accountability back to Sacramento — all with the…
Building a Smarter Crop Nutrition Budget for Next Season
…while focusing resources where deficiencies exist. Rogers emphasized that listening to what the trees are telling you through data is key. A thoughtful, data-driven approach to budgeting helps ensure every…
Missouri’s Early Agricultural Roots: River Commerce and Opportunity
…River was both an economic strategy and a statement about their place in a growing nation. Missouri’s early agricultural development reflects a powerful combination of natural resources, strategic geography, and…























