…Lasting Innovation in American Agriculture The evolution of cattle ear tags illustrates how agricultural innovation often begins by solving a practical problem before expanding into technologies that transform an entire…
Land Grants Helped Build America’s Army and Agriculture
…for independence. According to Mark Oppold’s American Agriculture History Minute, one unique solution connected military service directly to the nation’s agricultural future. Rather than offering a traditional cash enlistment bonus,…
Steve Hilton Says California Must End California’s “War on Agriculture”
California’s agricultural industry has long been recognized as one of the world’s most productive food-producing regions, but according to California gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton, state government has spent years making…
Steve Hilton Outlines Agriculture Priorities in California Governor’s Race
…on water policy, regulatory reform and economic competitiveness. Throughout the interview, Hilton argued that California’s agricultural sector deserves greater support from state government and said restoring the industry’s long-term viability…
Edwin Budding’s Lawnmower Changed American Farm Life
…Agricultural Innovator While names like McCormick, Deere, and Whitney remain closely tied to agricultural history, Edwin Budding’s contribution reminds us that innovation extends beyond field equipment. His simple but ingenious…
Keely Covello Talks Potter Valley, Water, and California’s Future with The Ag Meter
…the White House Rose Garden honoring farmers and ranchers. She described the evening as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and praised Rollins for recognizing the vital role agricultural producers play in feeding…
How Irrigation Revolutionized American Farming
…United States, irrigation was not common during the nation’s early agricultural years. Instead, pioneers often relied on nearby streams and rivers, manually transporting water in barrels to their fields. This…
The Three Revolutions That Transformed American Agriculture
…of productivity for American agriculture. The Third Agricultural Revolution: The Age of Genetic Science The third agricultural revolution began during the late 1960s with remarkable advances in plant science and…
California Raisin Legend Kalem Barsarian Sounds the Alarm on the Industry’s Future
…Raisins, international agricultural consultant, and lifelong raisin grower, Barsarian has witnessed the industry’s rise to global dominance—and now its dramatic transformation. In a candid interview with “The Ag Meter” Nick…
How America’s First Turnpikes Helped Transform U.S. Agriculture
…a critical role in helping farmers move their products to market and supporting the growth of the young nation’s agricultural economy. In this edition of the American Agriculture History Minute,…
Gloria Romero Outlines Vision for California Agriculture, Water, and the Golden State’s Future
…a crossroads, and why she says restoring common-sense leadership is essential to protecting the state’s agricultural economy and rural communities. Why Gloria Romero Changed Political Parties Romero began by explaining…
Gloria Romero Highlights Education and Agriculture in Part 2 of AgNet News Hour Interview
…conversation, Romero outlined several policy priorities she believes could strengthen California’s rural communities and agricultural economy. Romero emphasized that California’s agricultural industry extends far beyond crop production, arguing that strong…
Steel Lug Wheels to Rubber Tires: A Revolution in American Agriculture
How Rubber Tires Changed Farming Forever The evolution of farm equipment has played a critical role in improving agricultural productivity across the United States. One of the most significant advancements…
Gloria Romero Outlines Agriculture Priorities for California’s Future
…changed her party affiliation, said California’s agricultural regions often receive less attention than the state’s major urban centers. She argued that farmers, ranchers and rural communities deserve a stronger voice…