…a seed or sapling becomes a bountiful crop. But that magic comes with risk. Across the Valley, producers invest heavily in crops—row crops, tree crops, vineyards, and livestock—knowing that circumstances…
From Barley to Cotton: How America’s Early Crops Shaped Agriculture
…social and political history of the growing nation. Cotton: The Crop That Changed Everything By the early 19th century, cotton had risen to dominance as a major plantation crop. Its…
Ethnic Roots of Early American Agriculture
…though their focus was often different from that of the Germans. While some Scottish and Irish families engaged in traditional crop farming, many built their livelihoods around livestock herding, particularly…
Nanette Simonian: Championing California Agriculture & Women in Ag
…spent 20 years in Visalia before moving closer to her hometown in Fowler. EarthSol and Innovative Crop Solutions At EarthSol, Nanette markets Seasol, a seaweed-based product designed to support crop…
Nanette Simonian and California Women for Agriculture Take a Stand on Prop 50
…sustainable crop growth and share new technologies with independent consultants through groups like the Association of Applied IPM Entomologists (AAIE). Simonian closed with a message of stewardship and education: “We…
AI and Automation Drive Florida’s AgTech Revolution
…of large-scale row crops like corn and soybeans, but AI now makes precision possible for specialty crops like strawberries, tomatoes, and peppers. Inspiring the Next Generation of AgTech Innovators Boyd…
How Early Farmers Learned to Protect Their Soil
…the Soil To preserve their land, farmers began experimenting with crop rotation, alternating between crops such as corn, oats, and hay. This practice served multiple purposes: it reduced the spread…
Kings River Packing: Eight Generations of Citrus Leadership
…uncertainty, but Silva reports that Canadian retail and wholesale partners are fully re-engaged and excited about the new crop. The Kings River sales team continues to adapt to shifting conditions,…
California Citrus Season Off to a Strong Start, Kings River Packing Leads the Charge
…he said. “We’re proud to be a year-round organic citrus supplier in oranges, lemons, and grapefruit.” Silva credited early fall rains for boosting color and size without harming the crop….
Electrostatic Spraying: On Target’s AgTech Revolution
…for specialty crops — from apples, cherries, and grapes to blueberries and more — serving growers across the West Coast, South America, and beyond. Unlike conventional sprayers, On Target’s systems…
Almond Market Outlook and Ag Education Lead the Conversation on AgNet News Hour
…crop forecasts, pricing trends, and how trade and weather are shaping grower returns. He confirmed that this year’s almond crop is trending slightly below 2.7 billion pounds, down from last year’s…
Inside the 2025 Almond Market: Supply, Pricing, Tariffs, and Global Demand
A Conversation with Valley Pride Ag Owner Sunny Toor Early Uncertainty and a Shifting Crop Estimate Sunny Toor (left) with Derek Lindemann As the 2025 almond season approached, uncertainty hung…
Westward Expansion Transforms 1850s American Farming
…Seeds From Kentucky, pioneers carried expertise in improved seed selection and livestock breeding. Their advancements helped improve animal quality and crop productivity in the challenging new environment. Meanwhile, Pennsylvania and…
Building the Future of Ag Education at Merced College
…explained. “We have comprehensive offerings — from animal science, ag business, crop and plant science, and environmental horticulture, to mechanized agriculture.” Recently, Merced College also launched a new agricultural education…