…and carries a comparable volume of water. That’s today’s American Agriculture History Minute. I’m Mark Oppold. Thanks for reading. I’ll see you next time. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk…
The Stretch Run for Western Mountain Snowpack Season
DepositPhotos image How do Western mountains look regarding snowpack accumulations and potential Spring and Summer water supplies with season’s end approaching? Rod Bain reports. The Stretch Run for Western Mountain…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 03-13-25
…sustainable growing. The segment then shifted to the Salton Sea’s accelerated shoreline retreat due to water management changes, posing health risks from polluted dust. Between 2002 and 2017, the retreat…
EPA to Revise Waters of the U.S. Rule
…the cost of doing business in communities across the country while protecting the nation’s navigable waters from pollution. EPA notes that given the U.S. Supreme Court’s watershed decision in Sackett v….
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 03-11-25
…water allocation, up from 15% last year. The importance of specialized knowledge in water management and the challenges of aging infrastructure were highlighted. The segment concluded with a discussion on…
FPAA Preparing for the 2025 Spring Policy Summit
Major topics include Trade, USMCA, Social Responsibility, Ag Water Rule and more Image courtesy of: Fresh Produce Association of the Americas The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas is preparing…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 03-04-25
…agricultural topics including the Commodity Classic, Prop 12, water issues, and evolving consumer trends. The show wraps up by exploring the complexities of state versus federal legislation in agriculture. Listen…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 02-25-25
…issues like over-drafted sub-basins, subsidence, and the complexities of developing effective groundwater management plans. They highlight the difficulties faced by local water managers and the necessity of including agricultural professionals…
Understanding Nutrient Management for Permanent Crops
…while high sodium levels in irrigation water can reduce potassium uptake, potentially leading to leaf burn and crop injury. Regular soil testing helps identify these issues, allowing for more precise…
American Agriculture History Minute: Conservation to Control Flood Waters Begins
…water in Nevada, including control of floodwaters and water storage. She advocated conservation as a flood remedy, proposing a succession of dams to conserve the water for irrigation purposes and…
Hansen Industries Showcases Energy-Efficient Ventilation at World Ag Expo
…potable water solutions, stainless steel storage tanks, and manure management equipment. The company provides systems for dewatering manure and stacking bedding, offering a range of solutions to improve efficiency and…
AFBF Highlights Challenges Faced by Farmers and Producers
DepositPhotos image The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) highlights the challenges faced by farmers and producers due to the inconsistent application of the Clean Water Act and the Waters of…
Almond Update: Almond Board Secures Additional Funding to Boost Global Market Development
…and has established a reputation for responsible fund management, key factors in USDA’s allocation decisions. In addition to effective fund utilization, ABC’s ongoing engagement with USDA staff both in the…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 02-05-25
…agricultural technology. The discussion covers new developments in robotic pollinators, AI-driven hive monitoring systems, and autonomous harvesting equipment. They also explore the revolutionary technology of RanchBot for monitoring livestock water…