…in the development of American agriculture. This historic pathway not only connected regions of the growing nation but also helped shape the agricultural landscape of the United States. The Route…
California Citrus Outlook Strong Despite Weather Challenges and Rising Costs
…to soil monitoring, growers are finding ways to improve efficiency while maintaining sustainability. “Everything we do… we’re trying to be good stewards of the land,” he said. Despite ongoing challenges,…
Sweet Beginnings: How Candy Grew from American Agriculture
…so on the backs of hardworking farm families who cultivated the land and produced the food that sustained communities. But agriculture’s impact extended beyond feeding the population. Crops like corn…
Secretary of the California Department of Food and Agriculture
…93% of California farms are family-owned. These operations think in generations—not quarters—prioritizing long-term stewardship of land, soil, and resources. Ross highlighted the importance of keeping younger generations engaged, combining education,…
From Hand-Husking to Horse Power: The Evolution of Corn Harvesting
The Labor of Early Corn Harvesting Coming up on This Land of Ours, it’s the daily Ag History Minute. Mark Oppold brings us a glimpse into the demanding realities of…
Tulare County Farm Bureau Leader Reflects on Career, Agriculture Advocacy, and Industry Future
…of agriculture in one of the most productive regions in the country. With over one million acres of irrigated farmland and a dairy industry valued at more than $1 billion,…
From Dairy to Leadership: Inside Tulare County Agriculture
…to the industry. For nearly two decades, she has served as Executive Director of the Tulare County Farm Bureau, advocating for farmers and helping navigate complex issues like water, land…
From Gold Rush to Green Fields: The Agricultural Roots of Colorado
…Spanish-speaking immigrants settled and brought with them generations of agricultural knowledge. Using irrigation techniques passed down from their ancestors, they cultivated small but productive plots of land, adapting to the…
Walnut Orchards to Washington: Jenny Moffitt’s Mission to Save American Farming
…as Vice President of Farmland Protection and Strategic Priorities at American Farmland Trust, where her mission is clear—protect farmland and ensure farmers can continue farming for generations to come. In…
Farmland Protection and Farm Transition Take Focus in AgNet News Hour Interview
Today’s AgNet News Hour featured a forward-looking conversation with fifth-generation farmer Jenny Lester Moffitt, now serving as Vice President of Farmland Protection and Strategic Priorities at American Farmland Trust, highlighting…
Seeds of Survival: How Irrigation Shaped Early Colorado Agriculture
…inhospitable to farming. Settlers entering the area faced dry conditions, unpredictable weather, and a landscape that earned the nickname “The Great American Desert.” Despite these challenges, early pioneers were determined…
California Water Crisis: Can It Be Fixed?
…challenges can reach out directly: Lindsay Cederquist Director of Water Resources Diversified Land Management 📧 lcederquist@diversifiedland.com From short-term water strategies to long-term planning, her team offers tailored solutions to help…
California Water Challenges Take Center Stage as Experts Call for Urgent Action
…for immediate policy changes. Cederquist, Director of Water Resources at Diversified Land Management, works directly with growers across the Central Valley to help them navigate increasingly complex water conditions. Her…
Early Agricultural Experiments in Kansas: A Government-Led Effort
Expanding West After the Louisiana Purchase In the early 1820s, following the landmark Louisiana Purchase of 1803, the United States government began turning its attention toward agricultural development in the…