Mike Johanns

Inside Agriculture’s Turning Point: Mike Johanns on Policy, Profitability, and the Future

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…soil practices Enhancing livestock genetics and feed efficiency Experimenting with new technologies or production methods Recent tax court rulings have confirmed that agriculture qualifies for these credits, and new legislative…

fire ant control

Fire Ant Control and Farm Policy Take Center Stage; Mike Johanns Shares Insight for Growers

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…operations. These incentives are designed to reward innovation already happening on farms—from equipment upgrades to improved production practices. Johanns also touched on the importance of technology adoption, including automation and…

early American agriculture

Colonial Fur Trade and Wheat Demand Shaped Early American Farming

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…of the most profitable crops they could grow and export. Farmers Expand Flaxseed and Corn Production In addition to wheat, colonial farmers also increased production of other crops such as…

Woolf Farming

From Water Challenges to Agave Innovation: The Woolf Farming Story

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…including almonds, pistachios, tomatoes, cotton, garlic, onions, and herbs. This diversification helps manage risk, but one issue overshadows everything: water. With allocations as low as 15%, growers are forced to…

California water policy

California Water Debate: Can Farming’s Future Be Secured?

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…understand how water policy affects food production. Their message to farmers and agricultural supporters: tell the story of agriculture, engage with communities, and stay involved in the policy conversations shaping…

California water

California Water, Energy, and Policy: Duarte, Vanden Heuvel Break It Down

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…production. Following the announcement, Papagni spoke with Duarte about his vision for California’s water future. Duarte emphasized what he calls a return to “water abundance”—ensuring that farms, cities, and households…

AgNet News Hour podcast

AgNet News Hour Podcast: Business, Ag Education, Water History & Orchard Health

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…event that takes students on a virtual journey through the farm-to-school process. The program will highlight produce operations, beef production, and school food service programs to show how food travels…