Solinftec’s SOLIX Platform: How Autonomous Robotics Are Transforming Crop Management A New Era of Autonomy in Agriculture Taylor Wetli U.S. Commercial Manager at Solinftec Robotics is rapidly reshaping modern agriculture,…
Solinftec’s Taylor Wetli Talks Solar Robotics and the Future of Smart Farming
…fully autonomous.” Papagni noted that California farmers are constantly battling rising costs and labor shortages, and technology like this could be a game changer. Wetli agreed, explaining that the technology…
Inside FIRA USA 2025: California’s AgTech Future
…Human Side of Ag Innovation AgMeter host Nick acknowledged Johnson’s unique ability to bridge the worlds of legacy farming and emerging technology—something she attributes to her personal background. Johnson shared…
Ian LeMay Shares California Table Grape Success Story Amid Global Competition
…better-tasting varieties to market.” He praised the role of technology and automation, noting that the industry is evolving quickly. “From robotics to new breeding programs, agriculture is attracting computer scientists…
Kings County Farm Bureau Takes on State Water Board Over Groundwater Rights
…agencies from imposing policies that could cripple both agriculture and the broader Kings County economy. Growing Statewide Attention and Support Since the appellate ruling, Ference said calls have poured in…
The Rise of Plantation Agriculture in Early America
…lasting legacy on American agriculture, influencing land ownership patterns, rural economies, and agricultural exports. Even as modern farming shifted toward mechanization and technology, the historical framework of plantation agriculture continues…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads: Insights from Fresno County Farm Bureau President Ryan Jacobsen
…Agriculture’s Economic Backbone: Every Job Depends on Food The Ag Meter pointed out something many Central Valley residents don’t realize: virtually every business in the region is tied to agriculture….
How Radio Transformed American Agriculture History
…Radio’s Lasting Legacy in Agriculture The relationship between radio and American agriculture has endured for more than a century. From the first AM transmissions to modern agricultural podcasts and satellite…
Edward Ring’s Bold Blueprint: Fixing California’s Water and Energy Crisis
The November 7 edition of the AgNet News Hour was one of the most powerful yet, featuring an extended interview with Edward Ring, Director of the Energy and Water Policy Center of…
Edward Ring on California’s Water Crisis: Fixing a Broken System
…AgMeter’s host echoed frustration with the measure, calling it “unconstitutional” and predicting a long court battle if it moves forward. The Foundation of California’s Economy Ring emphasized that agriculture is…
AI and Automation Drive Florida’s AgTech Revolution
…in Agriculture Having attended the first FIRA in California several years ago, Boyd marveled at how far ag technology has come. “It’s amazing to see the improvement over the last…
Electrostatic Spraying: On Target’s AgTech Revolution
On Target Spray Systems: Revolutionizing Agriculture with Electrostatic Technology Willie Hartman (left) with the Ag Meter at FIRA At FIRA 2025 in Woodland, California, agricultural innovation took the spotlight as…
Building the Future of Ag Tech: Danny Bernstein and The Reservoir at FIRA 2025
…The AgMeter team caught up with a familiar face at FIRA 2025 in Woodland, California — Danny Bernstein, founder and CEO of The Reservoir, an incubator for early-stage agricultural technology…
Building the Future of Ag Education at Merced College
A Leader in Agriculture and Industrial Technology Cody Jacobsen Merced College Dean of Instruction Agriculture & Industrial Technology At the heart of California’s Central Valley, Merced College stands as a…