…Assembly passed legislation to create the Iowa Agricultural College and Model Farm. This groundbreaking move signaled Iowa’s commitment to agricultural progress, education, and research at a time when farming practices…
Inside California’s Organic Farming Boom: Technology, Labor, and the Fight for Farmland
…His message was clear: when farmland disappears, it does not come back. Where to Find Jacobs Farm Products Consumers can explore Jacobs Farms products at jacobsfarm.com or delcabo.com, and they…
Organic Farming, Regulation & Innovation in California
…full interview with Larry Jacobs of Jacobs Farm, one of California’s most respected organic growers. Jacobs reflects on his early decision to distance himself from chemical pesticides and the growth…
Organic Growers Summit 2025 in Monterey: Technology, Education, and Sustainable Farming Innovations
…marking a celebration of excellence in organic farming. Technology and the Future of Farming Organic farming is growing rapidly, and the Summit emphasizes the integration of technology to make it…
Inside the AgNet News Hour: Meat Markets, Organic Innovation, and the Future of Farming
The latest AgNet News Hour delivers a wide-ranging look at the issues shaping American agriculture—from meat-industry shakeups to the rapid evolution of organic farming technology. Hosts Nick Papagni and Lorrie…
America’s Biggest Farm Boom: 1860–1910
…distribution, and land value in profound ways. Farms Triple in Just 50 Years One of the most striking indicators of this transformation was the rapid multiplication of farms across the…
Women Farmers of the Civil War
…Helped Families Sustain Production Despite the heavy responsibilities placed upon them, those left behind found ways to keep their farms operating. Newly developed farm machinery made it possible for fewer…
Fourth-Generation Farming in the South Valley: An Interview with Jason Giannelli
…understanding of farming within both his family and the broader community. Farmers as Environmental Stewards Jason Giannelli emphasizes that farmers are among the greatest environmentalists. “Why would I want to…
Jason Gianelli: Water, Labor, and the Future of Farming in the South Valley
…up,” he joked. “I farmer down.” But the challenges facing today’s farmers aren’t funny. Gianelli described how quickly the landscape has changed, especially with towns expanding into farmland and new…
Early 19th Century Farming Shaped America’s Economy
…self-sufficiency remained the defining feature of American farming. Most farms were designed to feed the family first, with any surplus sold or traded nearby. Westward Expansion Opens the Door to…
Celebrating California Agriculture: Education, Advocacy, and Community with Anna Genasci
…Farm Bureau website provides access to all county Farm Bureaus statewide. Currently, the Stanislaus County Farm Bureau is the largest in California, with nearly 20,000 members statewide. Every member matters,…
Anna Genasci Champions Ag Education and Community Pride in Stanislaus County
…for the Stanislaus County Farm Bureau. Genasci, a longtime advocate for agriculture and community outreach, shared exciting updates about educational programs, Farm Bureau growth, and a brand-new agricultural mural being…
Semios Advances Smart Farming with Automation & Precision
…ambulance service in the late 70s and 80s, to the family’s history in mushroom farming. Stephen acknowledged how meaningful that legacy is, calling it an important part of his identity…
Stephen Pistoresi Shares How Semios Is Transforming Pest Control, Irrigation, and the Future of Farming
…emitter, every sensor—affects a real family farm. We know that.” He encouraged growers curious about cutting costs, improving sustainability, or upgrading their technology to reach out. “We love talking to…