Missouri was once nationally recognized for both the quality and quantity of its mules. In an era when animal power drove American agriculture and transportation, the state earned a reputation…
Missouri’s Deep Agricultural Roots: From French Settlers to Today
…and diversify production across the state. Missouri’s National Ranking Today, Missouri remains one of the most agriculturally significant states in the nation. According to the latest USDA Census of Agriculture,…
From Cattle Drives to Cold Storage: How Kansas City Became a Meatpacking Powerhouse
…grew, and agricultural production became increasingly integrated into national distribution networks. This transformation fundamentally altered how food was raised, processed, and transported across the United States. Railroads Reshape the Agricultural…
Fighting for Family Farms: Stephanie Moreda-Arend on Point Reyes’ Future
…leased National Seashore lands due to lawsuits by NGOs and NPOs. “On January 9th, 2025, most of those farms signed settlement agreements and moved off,” she said. Only a few…
St. Louis: Gateway to America’s Agricultural Expansion
…river network allowed agricultural goods from the interior — grain, livestock, and raw materials — to flow efficiently into national markets. Farmers depended on river access, and St. Louis became…
National FFA Week Highlights the Future of Agriculture Leadership
National FFA Week: The February 23 edition of the AgNet News Hour put the spotlight on one of the most influential youth organizations in agriculture, the National FFA Organization. Hosts…
Jamie Johansson: A Farmer Running to Fix California
…experience includes serving on the Oroville City Council and six years as president of the California Farm Bureau, where he advocated for farmers in Sacramento and Washington, D.C. With current…
Stephanie Moreda-Arend Warns Point Reyes Dairy Families Are Being Forced Off Generational Land
…The conversation also touched on federal attention to the issue. While the legal complexities of national park land make intervention challenging, Moreda-Arend said awareness at the national level is growing….
Jamie Johansson Says 2026 Is a Turning Point for Northern California and Agriculture
…plan for the next season. Electricity rates hovering around 40 cents per kilowatt-hour, compared to a national average closer to 17 cents, hit both farms and families hard. “There has…
Michigan’s Rise: Mining, Farming & Autos (1855–1908)
…Great Lakes, dramatically improving trade efficiency and strengthening Michigan’s connection to national and international markets. Agriculture and Logging Take Root While mining dominated headlines, agriculture and logging emerged as equally…
California Agriculture’s Champions: John Duarte on Leadership, Policy & the Future
…we need the farm news,” Duarte said, underscoring how essential outlets like AgNet West are in keeping agricultural communities informed. In an era when national media often overlooks rural issues,…
Michigan Agriculture: A National Leader in Diversity, Cherries, and Innovation
…consumers may recognize some of Michigan’s most famous crops, many of its products remain lesser known despite their national importance. This diversity is made possible by Michigan’s unique geography, access…
Americans to Eat 1.48 Billion Wings for Super Bowl LX
…one food above all others: chicken wings. According to the National Chicken Council’s (NCC) annual Chicken Wing Report, Americans are projected to consume 1.48 billion chicken wings during Super Bowl…
Why California Growers and Agribusinesses Should Look East to the 2026 Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo
…California agriculture continues to evolve, staying connected to national trends and innovations is more important than ever. The 2026 Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo provides a unique opportunity for West…
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