…History Minute, agricultural historian Mark Oppold explains how climate conditions played a defining role in determining which crops early settlers raised and how regional agriculture developed across the United States….
Largest Barns in the United States
AI image created by ChatGPT Exploring the Debate Over the Biggest Barns in the United States By Mark Oppold – American Agriculture History Minute When it comes to American agriculture,…
The Westward Expansion of American Agriculture: Wheat, Corn, and the Rise of Dairy Farming
…History Minute, Mark Oppold explains that agriculture continued its western migration soon after early colonists established themselves. As pioneers crossed the Appalachians and sought new opportunities, they brought farming with…
The Missouri River: A Key Chapter in American Agriculture History
…of the Great Plains. For these pioneers, the Missouri was more than just a river—it was a critical gateway to the western territories. The Longest River in the United States…
The Future of California Farming: Insights from Nick Foglio of Foglio Commodities
…commodity and silage prices. While last year the Central Valley was flooded with hay from the Northwest, this year that supply hasn’t arrived — yet. Dairies currently have leverage due…
Navigating Agriculture’s Crossroads: Insights from Nick Foglio
…2025 hay market, where soft commodity prices and oversupply have shaped the season. Favorable canola and soybean meal pricing allowed dairies to supplement feed at reduced costs, while wet winters…
The Legacy of Land-Grant Universities in American Agriculture History
The Morrill Act of 1862 and the Birth of Land-Grant Universities Courtesy od…
The Louisiana Purchase: How $15 Million Reshaped American Agriculture
An 1804 map of “Louisiana”, bounded on the west by the Rocky Mountains By Samuel Lewis (ca.1753-1822) – This map is available from the United States Library of Congress’s Geography…
John Deere on Organic Farming, Automation & the Future of Agriculture
…Farming Across the United States While California faces higher costs and regulatory complexity, Christensen notes that the organic farming landscape shares similar challenges nationwide. “Places like Michigan, New York, and…
How Ohio State University Was Founded: The Land-Grant History Behind the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College
…Ohio State University—one of the largest and most influential public research universities in the United States. Its early emphasis on agriculture and mechanics helped shape its identity, even as the…
The Future of California Agriculture: Water, Utilities, and Advocacy Insights from Roger Isom
Strong Yields Amid Rising Costs Roger Isom President of the Western Tree Nut Association and California Cotton Ginners and Growers Association 2025 proved to be a strong year for California…
Regulations, Water Challenges, and the 2026 Outlook: Roger Isom on the AgNet News Hour
…Growers and farm suppliers are encouraged to engage with legislators and county supervisors. Joining industry organizations strengthens collective influence: Western Tree Nut Association (WTNA): wtna.org California Cotton Ginners and Growers…
How Iowa State University Began: The 1856 Origins of America’s First Agricultural College
…marked one of the earliest state-supported efforts to formalize agricultural education in the United States. Official Establishment and Strategic Planning Although the legislative foundation was laid in 1856, the college…
The Origins of the Deere & Mansur Corn Planter
…technology—the creation of the Deere & Mansur corn planter. As agriculture expanded across the United States, so did the need for more accurate and efficient planting equipment. This growing demand…