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Richard Kreps Says Pistachios, Water, and Common Sense Must Lead California Forward
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Michigan Agriculture: A National Leader in Diversity, Cherries, and Innovation
…ranks among the nation’s top agricultural producers. This American Agriculture History Minute highlights why Michigan farmers play such a critical role in feeding the country and supporting rural economies. Over…
John Holmes and the Birth of Agricultural Education
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Jeff Aiello Says California’s Wolf and Water Crises Are Symptoms of Broken Environmental Policy
…for telling agriculture’s story honestly, without spin. As Aiello put it, “Farmers aren’t the problem — they’re the solution. They just need to be allowed to do their jobs.” 🎙️…
Early Innovations That Transformed American Agriculture
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World Ag Expo 2026 Returns to Tulare With Global Innovation, Education, and Community Impact
…of topics, including: Dairy and livestock Farm safety Succession planning Emerging agricultural issues The sessions are designed to provide practical, timely information for farmers, ranchers, and agribusiness professionals. Women’s Conference…
World Ag Expo Countdown Begins as Megan Lausten Previews the Biggest Farm Show on Earth
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When American Farming Shifted From Hand Power to Horsepower
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Rick Roberti Calls on Californians to Get Involved as Cattle Industry Faces a Crossroads
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How Mechanization Transformed Corn Farming in America
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Sonoma County Agriculture: Challenges, Advocacy, and Community Engagement
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Harry Ferguson and the Tractor Innovation That Changed Farming
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Why California Growers and Agribusinesses Should Look East to the 2026 Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo
…specialists, and agribusiness suppliers to focus on practical solutions, emerging research, and innovative technologies that apply across diverse production systems. For California farmers, many of the topics covered at the…