How Farm Family Rivalry Sparked a National Agricultural Tradition In this edition of the American Agriculture History Minute, Mark Oppold explores the spirited origins of an enduring tradition in U.S….
CDFA Seeks Applicants for Fertilizer Inspection Advisory Board
Three Vacancies Open on Key Agricultural Oversight Board The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is now accepting applications to fill three vacancies on the Fertilizer Inspection Advisory Board,…
Delta Stressors Must Be Addressed for Water Reliability
…exports,” said Jacobsen. “For every five drops that enters the Delta, four goes out the bay.” Jacobsen emphasized that ignoring upstream issues will continue to undermine the reliability of water…
New Bipartisan Bill Aims to Ease Ag Transport Weight Limits
…how agricultural products are transported across the country. The legislation seeks to amend current federal axle weight restrictions for commercial motor vehicles hauling dry bulk goods, allowing for a 10%…
Cotton, and Cotton Gin, Helped Shape American Ag Economy
…cotton became one of the nation’s most transformative crops. How Cotton Helped Shape America’s Agricultural Economy When Christopher Columbus arrived in the New World in 1492, he discovered cotton growing…
California Farm Leaders Urge Rethink of Immigration Enforcement
…throughout the state. The call comes as farm advocates highlight the critical role of immigrant labor in sustaining California’s agricultural productivity. As the nation’s top agricultural producer, California depends heavily…
Solar Panels, Farmland, and the Fight to Keep Farming
…said Jacobsen, when asked about solar panels encroaching on agricultural land. “Ultimately, the end game for some is just to not see us farming or living here anymore.” Jacobsen emphasized…
Massey-Ferguson: A Legacy in Agriculture
…to combines, Massey-Ferguson represents more than machinery—it’s a lasting symbol of agricultural progress. I’m Mark Oppold—thanks for joining me on this journey through ag history. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock…
Fresno County Farm Bureau: Advocating for Agriculture Since 1917
…that the agricultural community has a voice where and when it matters most. Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter“, reporting for AgNet West. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For…
Educating California: Why Farming Deserves a Greater Voice
…Educating California: Why Farming Deserves a Greater Voice Bridging the Urban-Rural Divide Nick Anderson emphasized that while California’s agricultural community continues to be a pillar of innovation and sustainability, it…
California Farming at a Crossroads
…is the nutrition of fruits and vegetables.” The message is clear: agricultural policy must realign with food production realities before the damage becomes irreversible. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk…
Call to Prioritize California Farming Amid Environmental Controversy
…California’s agricultural sector continues to contend with limited water access, regulatory pressure, and competing environmental interests, Kreps emphasized the urgency of change. “We’ve been battling this for 50 years,” he…
CDFA Expands Quarantine to Contain Pest Outbreak in Orange County
California Officials Respond Swiftly to Agricultural Pest Threat Exotic Fruit Flies USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has intensified efforts to…
California Ag Water Outlook: Hope from Ryan Jacobsen
…exports to water policy. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt Ramsey November 4, 2025 CIR Agriculture Harvester Products November 1, 2025…