Westward Expansion

America’s Westward Expansion and the Transformation of Agriculture

DanAgri-Business, American Agriculture History Minute, This Land of Ours

…construction of canals — most notably projects like the Erie Canal — and the growing use of steamboats revolutionized trade. Rivers became commercial highways, and inland farmers were increasingly connected…

Cannon Michael

Six Generations of Farming: Cannon Michael on Water, Innovation, and the Future of California Agriculture

DanAgri-Business, Biotechnology, Conservation, Economy, Energy, Environment, Exports/Imports, Exports/Imports, Interview, Irrigation, Labor and Immigration, Regulation, Special Reports, Technology, Trade, Water

…friends and family,” he said. Water Remains the Biggest Challenge Despite strong reservoir levels in recent years, federal water allocations for many Central Valley farmers remain extremely limited. This year’s…

ethnicity

Ethnicity’s Role in Early American Agriculture

DanAgri-Business, American Agriculture History Minute, This Land of Ours

…farming practices and traditions that differed notably from those of English and Scottish farmers. Coming from regions in Europe where land was often scarce and intensively managed, German settlers were…

Steve Hilton

Steve Hilton Lays Out Plan to Revive California Agriculture, Energy, and Water Policy

DanAgNet News Hour, Agri-Business, Biofuels/Energy, Economy, Environment, Funding, Infrastructure, Interview, Irrigation, Labor and Immigration, Legislative, Podcasts, Regulation, Special Reports, Trade, Water

…reforms across state agencies. Agriculture played a central role in the discussion. Hilton said California farmers are being suffocated by regulations, permits, and environmental rules that make it difficult to…

Steve Hilton

Steve Hilton: “Help Is on the Way” for California Agriculture

DanAgri-Business, Biofuels/Energy, Biotechnology, Climate Change, Conservation, Drought, Economy, Education, Energy, Environment, Exports/Imports, Interview, Irrigation, Labor and Immigration, Legislative, Special Reports, Tariffs, Technology, Trade, Water

…For farmers, dairy operators, small manufacturers, truckers, and energy workers, his closing message was clear: “Help is on the way.” If you want to hear Hilton expand on water reform,…

Stephanie Nash

Stephanie Nash: From California to Tennessee, Fighting for American Agriculture

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Stephanie Nash When it comes to passionate advocacy for American agriculture, Stephanie Nash is leading from the front. A fourth-generation dairy farmer now based in Tennessee, Stephanie has transformed her…

agricultural extension

Sharing Knowledge on the Frontier: Early Agricultural Extension in America

DanAgri-Business, American Agriculture History Minute, This Land of Ours

…or even months, could not provide timely advice on planting techniques, crop rotation, or pest management. Farmers had to depend on immediate, local guidance to keep their operations running efficiently….

Dave Roberts

R7 Enterprises: Dave Roberts on Water, Lemons & California’s Farming Future

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…Advocacy Despite mounting pressure, Roberts remains optimistic. Both of his children plan to stay involved in the operation — something he considers a blessing. He believes farmers must advocate for…