…way farmers planted corn, a staple crop that helped fuel the growth of the United States. According to agricultural historian Mark Oppold, corn planting methods in the late 1700s and…
Proposed Tariffs on Brazilian Imports Could Reshape U.S. Ethanol Trade
…U.S. ethanol exports. According to U.S. Trade Representative Ambassador Jamieson Greer, Brazil’s tariff policies have created an uneven playing field for American producers for more than a decade. Greer pointed…
How Deere & Mansour Revolutionized Corn Planting in 19th Century America
…accurate corn planting, a critical factor in maximizing yields and reducing wasted seed. The solution came through an innovative partnership that would leave a lasting mark on agricultural history. Recognizing…
California Trucking, Fuel Costs, and Agriculture’s Future: What Mark Woods and Ellington Smith Want Farmers to Know
…fuel is one of the largest operating expenses, and according to Woods, rising diesel prices remain a constant challenge. Although Wildwood Trucking remains busy hauling agricultural products throughout California and…
Pork Industry Leaders Highlight Trade and Animal Health Priorities at World Pork Expo
…of the most significant topics discussed during the panel was the future renewal of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). The trade agreement has been a cornerstone of agricultural commerce throughout North…
California Trucking Industry Grapples with Rising Fuel Costs and Regulatory Pressure
…News Hour. During the program, Wildwood Trucking owner Mark Woods discussed the difficult business environment facing transportation companies that play a critical role in moving California’s agricultural products across the…
The California Trail and America’s Agricultural Expansion West
…symbol of determination, migration, and agricultural expansion. It represents the movement of families seeking opportunity and the transformation of the American landscape into one of the world’s leading agricultural regions….
Economic Outlook Session to Spotlight Key Challenges Facing Tree Nut Industry
…North American fruit, vegetable and tree nut industries. His background and experience have made him a respected source of market intelligence for agricultural stakeholders throughout the region. Economic Outlook for…
San Diego Agriculture Faces Rising Costs, Labor Challenges, and Water Concerns
…unaware of the region’s significant agricultural footprint. The county remains a major producer of avocados, citrus, nursery crops, floriculture products, and specialty crops, supporting thousands of jobs and contributing significantly…
International Harvester: The Company That Helped Mechanize American Agriculture
…its founding in 1902 to its rise as an agricultural powerhouse, International Harvester helped shape the agricultural, automotive, and industrial landscape of the United States. Through groundbreaking equipment and legendary…
Napa County Officials Warn Growers After Glassy-Winged Sharpshooters Found on Grapevines
…the sap from the xylem tissue of a vine. Reyes Garcia III, USDA Agricultural Research Service, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons A recent report is raising concerns for California’s grape…
USDA Rural Development Highlights Water, Infrastructure, and Economic Growth in California’s Central Valley
Bryan Anguiano California’s agricultural communities depend on more than fertile soil and hard work—they depend on reliable infrastructure, economic investment, and access to water. During a recent visit to Bakersfield,…
San Diego Agriculture at a Crossroads: Dana Groot on Water, Regulation, Labor, and California’s Farming Future
…passion for solving problems, managing crops, and working alongside diverse agricultural communities. That experience ultimately led him into agricultural leadership, serving as president of the San Diego County Farm Bureau…
USDA Officials Highlight Water, Rural Development, and Specialty Crop Support in California
The AgNet News Hour continued its coverage of federal agricultural initiatives with conversations featuring USDA Rural Development State Director Bryan Anguiano and former San Diego County Farm Bureau President Dana…