…a unique role in agricultural and settlement history. Agricultural Trails Shaped the West The Santa Fe Trail led southwest from Independence to Santa Fe, New Mexico. This route supported early…
“My Job Depends on AG”: California’s Farming Backbone
California’s Central Valley is one of the most productive agricultural regions in the world — and for many, agriculture isn’t just a way of life, it’s their livelihood. The phrase…
California Agriculture: A Crisis in the Making or a Wake-Up Call?
The Valley’s Agricultural Edge: Nature and Know-How In a recent interview with Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter,” Ryan Jacobsen, CEO of the Fresno County Farm Bureau, weighed in on the…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-17-25
…and timely look at the agricultural headlines shaping our industry this week. Top of the show is coverage of the ongoing G7 summit in Canada, where global leaders are tackling…
Foreign Land Ownership Sparks Concern Among California Farmers
…raising alarms over foreign ownership of American farmland, particularly by adversarial nations like China. According to Leimgruber, China has already acquired over 347,000 acres of U.S. agricultural land—an amount he…
Ryan Jacobsen: Defending California Agriculture
…fight for water access and infrastructure reform. “There are significant stressors in the Delta beyond water exports,” he said. “I believe we can find a win-win for the environment and…
California Farmland or Solar Fields? Ag Secretary Pushes Back
A Growing Concern Over Solar Expansion in Ag Zones U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins is voicing strong opposition to the increasing use of prime agricultural land for solar panel installations….
Trump: “We Can’t Do That to Our Farmers” – Call for Action on Ag Farm Labor
Trump Speaks Out on Farm Labor Crisis Former President Donald Trump is calling for immediate action to address the crisis facing America’s agricultural workforce. Speaking about the long-standing migrant workers…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-13-25
…make time for today’s AgNet News Hour. It’s informative, entertaining, and speaks directly to the issues that matter most to our agricultural families. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……
California Avocado Month Launches with Strong Supply and Soaring Demand
…long-term consumption patterns and delivering positive outcomes for growers and distributors. California’s agricultural landscape continues to thrive. The lifted oriental fruit fly quarantine, consistent strawberry availability, and booming avocado industry…
NMPF Delves into the “Big Beautiful Bill” Potential Benefits for Agricultural Industries
…legislation could have on agriculture, particularly regarding tax relief and support programs for farmers. NMPF Delves into the “Big Beautiful Bill” Potential Benefits for Agricultural Industries Chris Galen, representing the…
Oriental Fruit Fly Quarantine Lifted in Garden Grove
…management in one of California’s important agricultural corridors. The oriental fruit fly is considered a serious invasive pest, known for its ability to infest more than 230 types of fruits…
From Cross-Check Rows to Modern Planting: Corn Planting
…three or four seeds into each hill. This simple yet methodical approach ensured uniformity and maximized crop spacing with the tools available at the time. By the late 1880s, agricultural…
Addressing Wolf-Livestock Conflicts: California’s Innovative Approach
In an era where wildlife conservation often collides with agricultural practices, the issue of livestock depredation by gray wolves in California has garnered significant attention. The California Department of Fish…