…operations often changes perceptions and helps people better understand how food is produced. Bjorn also highlighted the strength of the Driscoll’s brand, noting that the company has built consumer trust…
The History of Irrigation: From Ancient Civilizations to Modern American Agriculture
…from corn and soybeans to fruits, vegetables, cotton, and specialty crops. The evolution from hand-carried buckets to highly advanced irrigation systems highlights the remarkable ingenuity of farmers and agricultural engineers…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads-Roger Isom Warns of Water, Regulation, and Economic Crisis
Roger Isom President of the Western Tree Nut Association and California Cotton Ginners and Growers Association California agriculture is facing one of the most pivotal moments in its history, according…
California Agriculture Faces Early Harvests, Water Pressure, and Growing Regulatory Concerns
…Valley where allocations remain extremely limited. Cotton acreage is expected to decline again this season as growers struggle to justify planting under current water restrictions. “Twenty percent water allocation is…
David Tangipa Says California Is at a Crossroads for Farmers, Water, Taxes and the Future of the State
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California Table Grapes 2026: Early Season, Global Demand, Strong Future
…continued to trust California’s consistency This reliability remains a defining trait of the industry. Acreage Stability and Industry Confidence Despite regulatory pressures, water concerns, and rising costs, California table grape…
From Hand Planting to Innovation: The Early History of Seed Planters
…a cotton planter—an innovation that aligned with the geographic and economic shifts occurring in American agriculture at the time. As cotton production expanded in the southern United States, the demand…
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…
From Mail-Order Roots to Rural Retail Giant: Tractor Supply’s Rise
…need during a pivotal era in U.S. agriculture. From Mail-Order to Storefront The demand for tractor parts quickly grew, and by 1939, the company opened its first retail store. This…
From Failed Crops to the Wheat State: Early Kansas Agriculture
…much of the eastern United States. However, farmers also experimented with a variety of other crops, including oats, cotton, and even tobacco. The assumption was that if these crops thrived…
From Water Challenges to Agave Innovation: The Woolf Farming Story
…including almonds, pistachios, tomatoes, cotton, garlic, onions, and herbs. This diversification helps manage risk, but one issue overshadows everything: water. With allocations as low as 15%, growers are forced to…
Agave Innovation on the West Side; Stuart Wolf and Family Look Toward Farming’s Future
…back to 1974, when Stuart Wolf’s father first started the operation. Today, the company farms a wide range of crops including almonds, pistachios, tomatoes, grains, basil, garlic, onions, cotton, and…
A Fresno Success Story Featured on the AgNet News Hour
…just for the business, but for consumers who trust the brand. Listen to the Full AgNet News Hour Interview The conversation with Eddie Papulias is packed with stories, lessons, and…