…in the New World, they quickly adapted those old-world methods to the vast tracts of available land. German-American farmers were known for their practical and sustainable approach to working the…
Edward Ring on California’s Water Crisis: Fixing a Broken System
A Voice for Water Policy Reform Edward Ring California’s ongoing water crisis remains one of the state’s most critical and divisive issues — a struggle that affects farmers, cities, and…
Nanette Simonian: Championing California Agriculture & Women in Ag
…needs of farmers to policymakers who may not have firsthand experience in agriculture. “I’m not going to say battle, I’m going to say educate,” Nanette said. Women in Agriculture: Growth…
Nanette Simonian and California Women for Agriculture Take a Stand on Prop 50
…control to people who don’t understand agriculture — people from the coast making decisions for farmers in the Valley.” Simonian, who comes from a multi-generational farm family, said her agricultural…
Westward Expansion: The Harsh Beginnings of America’s Frontier Farmers
…were planted, these early hunters became the first generation of frontier farmers—laying the groundwork for what would become America’s agricultural heartland. Legacy of the Early Frontier Farmers The story of…
AI and Automation Drive Florida’s AgTech Revolution
…agricultural states. Both states grow specialty crops such as strawberries and tomatoes, but Florida’s growing season differs significantly. Florida farmers primarily grow during the winter months, focusing on fresh-market production…
Don Wagner on Restoring Integrity, Water, and Common Sense to California
…clean, affordable water—but especially our farmers.” A Disconnect Between Sacramento and the Central Valley Wagner didn’t hold back in criticizing Sacramento’s leadership for its detachment from rural and agricultural realities….
How Early Farmers Learned to Protect Their Soil
…on Unsplash The Dawn of Soil Conservation in Early American Farming In the early years of American settlement, the nation’s farmers often took the vastness of the land for granted….
Don Wagner Calls for Common Sense in Sacramento: Ag, Water, and the Future of California
The November 5 edition of the AgNet News Hour struck a chord with California farmers and voters alike as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill welcomed Don Wagner, candidate for…
Farming the Frontier: How Early Settlers Built America
…built livelihoods centered on self-reliance and hard work. Building Self-Sufficient Farms Early frontier farmers planted crops that sustained both their families and their livestock. Most farms were small and diversified,…
California Citrus Season Off to a Strong Start, Kings River Packing Leads the Charge
…label, you’re supporting family farmers,” he said. “That means a lot to us — and it means you’re getting the best citrus anywhere.” Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……
Electrostatic Spraying: On Target’s AgTech Revolution
…precision, efficiency, and sustainability, On Target Spray Systems continues to hit its mark — helping farmers save water, fuel, and time while producing healthier, more resilient crops. Sponsored Content Let’s…
Almond Market Outlook and Ag Education Lead the Conversation on AgNet News Hour
…an enthusiastic call for farmers to join in that effort. “Every grower can make a difference just by opening their gates and showing kids what farming looks like,” Papagni said….
Pioneering the Midwest: How Settlers Turned Iowa’s Prairies into Farmland
…open fields, farmers carved out one of the most productive agricultural regions in the world—a transformation that would define the heartland for centuries. From Settlement to Sustenance The story of…