DepositPhotos image I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. American Agriculture History Minute: Weather Determined the Crops Early settlers would learn that weather would often dictate the crops…
Newly Elected Congressman Adam Gray Highlights Agriculture, Water Challenges
…for California’s unique agricultural landscape, which includes a variety of specialty crops. He also stressed the urgent need for improvements in rural healthcare. “The San Joaquin Valley has a real…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 01-10-25
…the broader implications of wildfires for California’s agricultural sector, detailing the effects on crops, livestock, and water resources. The hosts emphasize the need for better wildfire management and agricultural practices,…
Farmer Sentiment Drifts Lower in December
…weaker perspective on current conditions in U.S. agriculture and their farms, with the Index of Current Conditions falling 13 points to 100. Although it did decline, it was still 24…
Using 3D Technology to Help Farmers with Weed Suppression
Through a Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG), USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) partners are using 3D imagery to map cover crops and weeds with precision, helping farmers make informed decisions on how to control…
CDFA’s Fertilizer Research and Education Program Allocates Funding to New Projects
…socially disadvantaged organic growers on soil fertility and irrigation, and establishing a science-based interactive website for nutrient management in organic crops. CDFA’s Fertilizer Research and Education Program Allocates Funding to…
Export Sales Begin 2025 on a Lower Note
…McBride also notes that the early part of the year usually brings a drop in export numbers. This is particularly true for soybeans. He explains that as South America’s crops…
China Approves More GM Crops to Boost Food Security
…website. The approved gene-edited crops include two soybean varieties, and one each of wheat, corn, and rice. China mostly imports GM crops like corn and soybeans for animal feed, while…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 01-07-25
…availability, benefiting a broad range of crops including corn, cotton, citrus, and specialty crops. The service is currently available in specific geographies like Texas, Arizona, and California, with plans to…
Act Provides $9.8 Billion in Ag Relief, Texas to Benefit the Most
…covered crops. These payments are intended to offset part of the economic loss producers are facing, given the recent drop in crop prices and continuing high production costs. Analysis by…
American Agriculture History Minute: Pushing Across the Appalachians
…in Ohio, American Indian tribes were already growing corn, soybeans, squash, and pumpkins. The Europeans introduced them to other crops such as watermelon. By the early 19th century, Ohio established…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 01-06-25
…discuss the challenges and innovations in growing crops during winter in regions like North Dakota and Minnesota. Key topics include the development of winter-hardy cash cover crops such as winter…
Initiative Offers Year-Round Soil Solutions Nationwide
…can be planted in the fall and harvested in late spring. Not only do these crops provide a protective cover, but they can also be processed to produce fuel—helping farmers…
Voices of the Valley: The Connection Between Farming, Food, and Wellness
…bodies and preventing disease to supporting a balanced lifestyle, we discuss how nutrient-rich crops play a crucial role in our well-being with insights from our health and wellness expert, Beth…