…and early European settlers. As Mark Oppold highlights, the state’s rise as a major agricultural center in the 19th century helped shape the direction of American farming as a whole….
The Future of California Farming: Insights from Nick Foglio of Foglio Commodities
…by rangeland and cattle operations are turning into subdivisions. Ironically, he predicts that some westside acreage may eventually return to cattle and rangeland due to irrigation limitations, rising cattle prices,…
Land IQ Insights: Mapping California Crops for Smarter Ag Decisions
…planning and regulatory compliance. Supporting Growers and Organizations Rather than directing growers on farming decisions, Land IQ works with umbrella organizations such as commodity boards, irrigation districts, and water agencies….
Inside Butte County Agriculture: Education, Community, and Critical Issues
…Day, scheduled for Wednesday, December 3rd. This one-day farm show includes: Presentations from the Department of Pesticide Regulation Updates from the Butte County Ag Commissioner Insights from CSU Chico’s Center…
California Agave Farming: Stuart Woolf’s Vision for Sustainable Agriculture
…reflect the realities of agriculture. Innovating with Agave: A Sustainable Crop for California Woolf has turned to agave cultivation as a low-water solution for farmland with limited irrigation. Agave requires…
John Duarte on California’s Future: Agriculture, Leadership & Change
…the 2026 gubernatorial race will center around one theme: California is being left behind, even as the rest of the country surges ahead economically and environmentally. According to Duarte, America…
How Iowa State University Began: A Farming Legacy
…as the ideal location. This decision positioned the college at the center of a thriving agricultural region—perfect for hands-on learning and research. A Model Farm with Ambitious Purpose At its…
“Marco Polo” BBQ Turkey
…Holidays, Darren Hill-Center of Your Plate Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt Ramsey November 4, 2025 CIR Agriculture Harvester Products November…
Fourth-Generation Farming in the South Valley: An Interview with Jason Giannelli
…Automation in Modern Farming As agriculture evolves, automation has become a cornerstone of modern farming practices. Giannelli highlights the importance of precision irrigation systems, weather monitoring tools, and drones, all…
Anna Genasci Champions Ag Education and Community Pride in Stanislaus County
…with Modesto Irrigation District to create a large, agriculture-themed public mural celebrating the region’s top crops and the farmers who grow them. The mural is already installed, and the official…
Semios Advances Smart Farming with Automation & Precision
…line. The Semios Group includes: Semios On-Farm Solutions – including mating disruption, weather monitoring, irrigation management, frost protection, wind control, and more. AgWorld – a widely used farm management software…
Stephen Pistoresi Shares How Semios Is Transforming Pest Control, Irrigation, and the Future of Farming
…now a full-stack on-farm technology company through partnerships with brands like WiseConn, Agworld, Altrac, and Greenbook. Weather stations, soil moisture probes, irrigation automation, frost control tools, and pest monitoring all…
Inside FIRA USA 2025: California’s AgTech Future
…who shared what the future of their businesses will require—including the skill sets needed from upcoming employees. The engagement of educational leaders, including the State Center Community College District Chancellor…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads: Insights from Fresno County Farm Bureau President Ryan Jacobsen
…from people shocked to learn that rats, squirrels, and gophers are destroying trees, irrigation lines—including drip systems—and other critical infrastructure. Unfortunately, the problem has not improved. Jacobsen reported that growers…