…a cornerstone of U.S. agriculture, underpinning industries ranging from food production to livestock feed and biofuels. Their journey from a minor crop to a global powerhouse reflects both strategic agricultural…
California Farmers in Focus at Farm Bureau Convention
…concern, particularly as wolf activity increases across parts of California. Douglas cited recent incidents involving livestock and horses near homes, underscoring the disconnect between public perception and on-the-ground agricultural realities….
Harriet Strong: Visionary Behind Hoover Dam and Water Conservation
…supports millions of people and countless acres of farmland in the western United States. Her story is a testament to how innovation and foresight can solve pressing resource challenges, making…
California Ag Spotlight: Farm Bureau & Almond Updates
…to save farmers over $2 billion annually, to expanded Agricultural Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs, enhanced dairy support, and efforts to rebuild the cattle herd, Rollins…
Bonanza Farms: How Railroads Transformed Wheat Production in America
…highlighted how transportation, investment, and market forces can dramatically alter agricultural systems. Their rise and fall remains an important chapter in U.S. agricultural history. Bonanza Farms: How Railroads Transformed Wheat…
Inside the American Farm Bureau Convention in Anaheim
…Anaheim gave attendees the chance to experience the state’s agricultural significance firsthand, while also enjoying iconic destinations like Disneyland and the Southern California coast. Advocacy Meets Policy Leadership Another major…
Brooke Rollins Warns California Agriculture Faces an Existential Threat
…like California. Before turning to policy, Rollins acknowledged the recent passing of Congressman Doug LaMalfa, calling it a major loss for rural America and agricultural leadership. She then described a…
From Sheriff to Supervisor: Margaret Mims’ Vision for Fresno County’s Future
…Meter, Mims shared her personal journey, deep agricultural roots, and priorities for one of the most ag-centric districts in California. An Unexpected Start and a Lifetime of Service Mims’ path…
The National Road: America’s First Appalachian Highway
…the Appalachian Mountains, linking Ohio and the growing western frontier with the Eastern seaboard. Overcoming Natural Barriers Prior to the National Road, settlers who crossed the Appalachians often had little…
Ohio’s Early Agriculture: Corn, Wheat, and Tobacco
…adding another important crop to Ohio’s diverse agricultural economy. A Lasting Agricultural Foundation Ohio’s early success in agriculture played a crucial role in feeding its growing population and supporting broader…
David Tangipa on Prop 50, High-Speed Rail, and the Fight for California’s Central Valley
…ID and citizenship verification, noting that more than one million signatures have already been collected to place voter ID on the ballot. He called on farmers and agricultural leaders to…
AgNet News Hour: Nutrition Policy, Prop 50, and California Agriculture Under Pressure
…while reducing reliance on grains and ultra-processed foods. The conversation highlights how these changes could affect school meals, SNAP and WIC programs, and key agricultural sectors such as dairy. A…
How the Ohio and Erie Canal Helped Shape Ohio
…Canal was fully operational. The canal became a vital transportation corridor, allowing agricultural goods to move more efficiently and helping fuel Ohio’s economic growth. It played a key role in…
Lex Nicoleta: Coastal Grandmother, Farming, Food & Influence
…crisp whites with fish—turning wine into an experience rather than a mystery. Advice for AgNet West and Agricultural Media When asked how AgNet West and the Ag Meter could grow…