…the health benefits of prunes, a crop deeply rooted in California agriculture. The segment reinforces how science, branding, and storytelling continue to play a vital role in connecting consumers to…
How Weather Shaped Early American Agriculture
…modern irrigation or crop science existed. Rather than choosing crops based on preference, settlers adapted to local conditions, aligning their farming practices with what the land and climate would allow….
AgNet News Hour: Policy Shifts, Market Pressures, and the Future of California Almonds
The AgNet News Hour breaks down the most important agriculture news impacting California and the nation. Hosts Nick Papagni (the Ag Meter) and Lorrie Boyer cover major policy developments, market…
Todd Burkdoll of Valent USA on Coverage, Technology, and the Future of California Agriculture
…Valent USA, where he has worked since 2013. Coverage Is Everything in Crop Protection One of the strongest messages Burkdoll delivered during the interview was simple, direct, and critical: coverage…
AgNet News Hour: Weather, Policy, and Crop Insights in California Agriculture
…for cherries, citrus, almonds, and other tree crops. Listeners get insights on rainfall, snow forecasts, and seasonal outlooks, along with the potential impacts on crop yields and farm operations. The…
The Westward Expansion of American Agriculture: Wheat, Corn, and the Rise of Dairy Farming
…them, shaping the agricultural character of each new region. The Wheat Frontier: Farming the Cooler Regions When settlers reached cooler climates in the developing territories, wheat became the crop of…
SEMIOS Pheromone Technology Helps California Growers Manage Pests
…Memorial and Cal Berkeley, now brings his competitive drive to helping growers protect crops more efficiently and sustainably. The conversation highlighted SEMIOS’ pheromone-based mating disruption technology and the company’s hands-on…
AgroLiquid’s Abe Isaak on Citrus Nutrition, Frost Protection, and Boosting Brix Levels in California Citrus
…California Citrus Citrus Market Stability Compared to Other Crops Isaak explained that while California citrus has faced its challenges, it has remained more consistent than crops like almonds and wine…
Pheromones, Frost, and Farm Power: This Week on the AgNet News Hour
…updates. Abe Isaak of AgroLiquid explains how strategic potassium, phosphorus, and micronutrient programs are helping citrus growers boost frost protection, fruit quality, and overall crop resilience heading into winter. The…
How Early Agriculture Shaped Ohio: Insights from Mark Oppold
…Introduction of New Crops When Europeans arrived, they brought with them additional crops that further diversified the region’s agriculture. Among the most significant introductions was watermelon, which became part of…
California Agriculture in Transition: Market Volatility, Almond Outlook & Feed Trends
…facing unprecedented volatility. He covers early-season pricing standstills, the impact of the latest CDI milk price drop, and the ripple effects that global commodity shifts have on feed markets. Foglio…
The Future of California Farming: Insights from Nick Foglio of Foglio Commodities
…to reinvent, reinvest, and redevelop old crops (like Thompson raisins) into new, profitable plantings. Otherwise, families will ultimately sell. California Freight: Rates Down, Costs Up One of the most shocking…
The Legacy of Land-Grant Universities in American Agriculture History
The Morrill Act of 1862 and the Birth of Land-Grant Universities Courtesy od…
Faith, Farming, and the Future: Dan Janzen at the Organic Growers Summit
…pointed to data indicating the earth is still experiencing significant greening—much of it linked to increased CO₂ availability. According to Dan, increased CO₂ can be a net benefit for crop…