…beyond their immediate communities. From Family Farms to Expanding Markets Despite these changes, much early 19th-century farming was still focused on providing food for the farm family. Surplus production might…
34th Annual Nutrient Management Conference Set for October in Stockton
…about developments that can help improve nutrient management and support efficient crop production. An optional pre-conference tour is also scheduled for October 27 at the Port of Stockton. The tour…
Dave Puglia: Water and Automation Could Shape California Agriculture’s Future
…agriculture. From water infrastructure and rising production costs to automation and the next generation of farmers, Puglia offered his perspective on where the industry goes from here. Water remains one…
George Washington’s Complicated Relationship With Slavery
…requires examining both agricultural production and the labor system that supported it. George Washington’s Complicated Relationship With Slavery Sponsored Content Parka Helps California Citrus Growers Protect Fruit Quality and Packout…
Dave Puglia Breaks Down California Agriculture’s Biggest Challenges
…and the future of the state’s agricultural industry. Puglia discussed the resilience of California farmers, pointing to new opportunities such as agave production as an example of growers adapting to…
Wheat Demand Transformed Mid-Atlantic Agriculture
…to expand wheat production. Agriculture was increasingly connected to international markets, with conditions and demand in Europe influencing opportunities for colonial farmers thousands of miles away. Agriculture Becomes an Important…
Van Groningen: California’s Pumpkin King Talks Farming, Family and the Future
…said some curtailment occurred but did not significantly affect production. At the same time, rising fuel costs continue to squeeze farm margins. Because Van Groningen & Sons handles production, packing…
AI and Changing Consumer Habits Reshape California Walnut Marketing
…early look at how the technology could influence production and marketing decisions. Social media presents another opportunity. Jameson discussed technology that can deliver targeted promotions to consumers near a retailer,…
Immigrants and the Growth of Early American Agriculture
…between European immigrants and American farm families. Merchants purchased products such as wool and flax from farming families and used those materials in manufacturing and textile production. Newly arrived immigrants…
Smartphone Technology Creates Vine-by-Vine Vineyard Maps
…combine vineyard mapping with ongoing plant-level records could give growers another tool for managing production and documenting changes within their blocks. As precision agriculture technology continues to develop, systems that…
California Walnut Industry Faces Smaller Crop and Global Market Challenges
…year’s walnut crop totaled about 809,000 tons, while Jameson said early receipts suggest this year’s production could be considerably smaller. His working estimate was around 680,000 tons, although he emphasized…
Railroads Transform American Agriculture and Rural America
…Rail transportation would ultimately provide farmers and rural businesses with greater access to markets and help connect production areas with population centers. As railroad networks expanded in subsequent decades, agriculture…
Record Diesel Prices Put Export Restrictions in Focus
…production and transportation expenses, making fuel prices an important concern for farmers heading into busy periods of fieldwork. The push to potentially restrict exports comes as diesel prices reach record…
Global Cherry Production Set for Record as U.S. Crop Declines
…sweet cherry production is forecast to fall 18%, while tart cherry production is expected to decline 38%. Global Gains Offset U.S. Losses While U.S. growers contend with weather-related production losses,…