…production but also to wildfire prevention and environmental stewardship. Despite the challenges, Roberti highlighted the resilience of ranchers and the importance of staying engaged in policy discussions. Whether it’s advocating…
From Failed Crops to the Wheat State: Early Kansas Agriculture
…much of the eastern United States. However, farmers also experimented with a variety of other crops, including oats, cotton, and even tobacco. The assumption was that if these crops thrived…
Wine Industry at a Crossroads: Crisis, Comeback & What’s Next
…Karavidas also highlights a major imbalance in global wine production. While California has historically stayed relatively balanced, the broader market tells another story. The European Union produces far more wine…
California Wine Industry Faces Turning Point; Nicholas Karavidas Breaks Down Challenges and Opportunities
…wine production and consulting, described the current situation as a “perfect storm” driven by multiple factors converging at once. Declining consumption, shifting health trends, global oversupply, and increased competition from…
Daniel Morgan Boone and the Struggle of Early Kansas Farming
…the biggest challenges Boone faced was the mindset of the early settlers themselves. Most pioneers arriving in Kansas were not focused on building large farms or expanding agricultural production. Instead,…
Ellis-Chalmers: Steam Power and the Machinery Behind Early American Agriculture
…relied on to process crops and support expanding agricultural production. Under Ellis’s leadership, Reliance Works began manufacturing equipment that supported the broader mechanization movement that was gradually reshaping American farming….
Inside Agriculture’s Turning Point: Mike Johanns on Policy, Profitability, and the Future
…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 and Farm Policy Take Center Stage; Mike Johanns Shares Insight for Growers
…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…
Colonial Fur Trade and Wheat Demand Shaped Early American Farming
…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…
From Water Challenges to Agave Innovation: The Woolf Farming Story
…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…
Agave Opportunity Grows in California; Wolf Family Pushes Innovation Amid Water Challenges
…before investing in production capacity—creating a classic “chicken-and-egg” scenario. Despite that challenge, interest is growing quickly. The upcoming California Agave Symposium in Santa Barbara on March 23 is expected to…
Agave Innovation on the West Side; Stuart Wolf and Family Look Toward Farming’s Future
…back to 1974, when Stuart Wolf’s father first started the operation. Today, the company farms a wide range of crops including almonds, pistachios, tomatoes, grains, basil, garlic, onions, cotton, and…
The Homestead Act: How Free Land Transformed North American Agriculture
…heavily on crop production and livestock agriculture. Railroads Help Drive Settlement While federal land programs encouraged settlement, the rapid expansion of railroads also played a major role in bringing farmers…
California Water Debate: Can Farming’s Future Be Secured?
…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…