Photo by Dan Loran on Unsplash Railroads: The Engine of Agricultural Expansion In the mid-1860s, railroads became one of the most powerful forces driving the expansion of American agriculture. As…
Inside the World of Agricultural Shipping: A Conversation with Jeff Cox of Best Drayage
…only minimal disruption. Inside the World of Agricultural Shipping: A Conversation with Jeff Cox of Best Drayage Almonds, Pistachios, and Walnuts: A Busy Season for Ag Exports Best Drayage is…
Jeff Cox Explains the Freight Factor Behind California’s Ag Exports
…that the fall season has been especially busy, with strong exports of almonds, walnuts, pistachios, and powdered milk. Best Drayage, which specializes in agricultural freight, handles the trucking of loaded…
Early American Farmers and the Lost Art of Soil Stewardship
…evidence tells a different story. The early pioneers who shaped America’s agricultural landscape were not the conservationists we imagine. Westward Expansion and the Farming Frontier From the 1770s through the…
Inside FIRA USA 2025: California’s AgTech Future
…and Workforce Innovation Turning to FIRA USA, Johnson described the event as a showcase of cutting-edge agricultural automation—technology she jokingly referred to as “fun toys,” though she emphasized their serious…
California Table Grapes: A Strong, High-Quality Season
…season continues, planning for 2026 is well underway. While California exports table grapes to more than 21 countries, the U.S. remains its top customer, consuming over 70% of the crop….
How Settlers Transformed the Heart of American Agriculture
Photo by The Oregon State University Collections and Archives on Unsplash Where Forest Meets Prairie: Iowa’s Agricultural Crossroads Iowa sits at one of North America’s most remarkable natural boundaries —…
Kings County Farm Bureau Takes on State Water Board Over Groundwater Rights
…he isn’t alone. The Farm Bureau’s 20-member Board of Directors, made up of growers and agriculturalists across Kings County, helped initiate and drive the lawsuit. Their motivation: Preventing overreaching regulatory…
Homestead Act and America’s Westward Expansion
…People After decades of discussion, Congress passed the Homestead Act of 1862, a landmark in U.S. agricultural and social history. The law offered 160 acres of public land to settlers…
California Walnut Harvest 2025: Quality, Volume & Market Outlook
…walnuts that meet specific market needs while optimizing pricing and distribution. Market Conditions and Competition International trade factors significantly impact walnut exports. Tariffs remain a challenge, especially India’s 100% tariff,…
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
…bring more meaningful discussions about agricultural labor policy than the country has seen in a long time. Freight—the movement of goods—remains another major hurdle. More than 40% of California’s agricultural…
How Radio Transformed American Agriculture History
…broadcasting became the central communication tool for rural America, transforming how farmers worked and made decisions. The First Agricultural Broadcasts: WHA and WDZ Lead the Way The roots of agricultural…
From Barley to Cotton: How America’s Early Crops Shaped Agriculture
…the soil to enrich the nutrient content and boost crop yields. This knowledge-sharing marked a turning point. Maize not only provided essential sustenance but also became a foundation for agricultural…