…agricultural economy. Together, transportation, communication, finance, and education positioned St. Louis as the most influential agricultural gateway of its time. From River Power to National Influence As railroads gradually expanded…
Robert Thomas and the Birth of the Farmer’s Almanac
…it more explicitly to tradition—something deeply valued in American agriculture. A Lasting Agricultural Legacy Robert Thomas’s work represents more than just a publication. It reflects the early American spirit of…
National FFA Week Highlights the Future of Agriculture Leadership
…well beyond agriculture. McGill shared his own background studying agricultural education and acknowledged how FFA builds confidence and professionalism in young leaders. The program also touched on broader agricultural policy…
California Water, Energy, and Resource Policy: A Conversation with Edward Ring
…salmon. Recharge and groundwater management: Utilizing excess stormwater to recharge aquifers could restore depleted groundwater while supporting agricultural needs without impacting contracted water allocations. Ring stresses the importance of collaboration…
Jamie Johansson: A Farmer Running to Fix California
…began his agricultural journey in 1993. Alongside his wife Nicole and their three children, he has built both a family and a farming business in the North State. His leadership…
Carbon Robotics Brings Laser Weeding and Autonomous Tractors to Center Stage
The February 20 edition of the AgNet News Hour focused squarely on agricultural automation, return on investment, and whether California is ready to truly support innovation in the field. Hosts…
Almond Outlook, Propane Savings, and Ag Pride
…savings to cattle health and agricultural advocacy. With bloom season underway and storms rolling through California, the message was clear: growers are adapting in real time to protect both this…
Missouri’s Early Agricultural Roots: River Commerce and Opportunity
Missouri’s agricultural story runs deep, tracing back to the late 1700s and early 1800s when fertile land and river access laid the groundwork for a thriving farm economy. In this…
The Missouri River: The Longest River in America and Its Agricultural Legacy
…Vast Agricultural Watershed The Missouri River drains a sparsely populated region covering more than 500,000 square miles. Its watershed includes parts of 10 U.S. states, stretching across the Great Plains…
Jamie Johansson Says 2026 Is a Turning Point for Northern California and Agriculture
…district spans six counties stretching from Yuba-Sutter to the Oregon border, covering vast agricultural and forested lands that often feel overlooked in a legislature dominated by urban representation. A central…
Michigan’s Rise: Mining, Farming & Autos (1855–1908)
…thriving agricultural sector. Michigan farmers produced grains, livestock, and specialty crops, helping establish the state as a significant contributor to American agriculture. Together, mining, logging, and agriculture created a diversified…
California Agriculture’s Champions: John Duarte on Leadership, Policy & the Future
…in Tulare, Duarte invited members of the agricultural community to meet her in person: Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. Duarte Nursery booth World Ag Expo – Tulare, California The invitation reflects…
Luther Burbank and the Potato That Changed Agriculture
A Lasting Figure in U.S. Agricultural History Luther Burbank holds a respected place in American agriculture history for his extraordinary contributions to plant development and crop improvement. As highlighted by…
Edward Ring: Dredging the Delta Could Unlock Millions of Acre-Feet for California
…dry when pumps are operating. In his view, this is one of the rare opportunities where agricultural, urban, and environmental interests could align. Ring also addressed groundwater recharge. During recent…