…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
…tells me.” Addressing Labor and Policy Challenges Labor availability and regulatory pressures continue to shape farming operations. Giannelli describes the gap between policymakers and agricultural realities: “A lot of these…
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
…goods and people. These developments opened vast new regions to farming and linked distant markets more efficiently than ever before. The Farmer’s Economic Strategy Even though most farms were self-sustaining,…
Celebrating California Agriculture: Education, Advocacy, and Community with Anna Genasci
…and Anna encourages participation as a way to support and advocate for agriculture. Advocating for Farmers and Navigating Regulations The Farm Bureau actively represents farmers on regulatory and policy issues….
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
…line. The Semios Group includes: Semios On-Farm Solutions – including mating disruption, weather monitoring, irrigation management, frost protection, wind control, and more. AgWorld – a widely used farm management software…
Stephen Pistoresi Shares How Semios Is Transforming Pest Control, Irrigation, and the Future of Farming
…General Manager of On-Farm Solutions for Semios. What followed was a deep dive into pest control, water management, automation, and how Semios’ suite of products is helping growers tackle today’s…
SOLIX Robotics: Solar-Powered Autonomy for Modern Farmers
…how the company’s autonomous SOLIX platform is poised to revolutionize field scouting, spraying, and farm labor efficiency. Who Is Solinftec? Solinftec is an 18-year-old agricultural technology company with a global…
Solinftec’s Taylor Wetli Talks Solar Robotics and the Future of Smart Farming
…said. “We’re here to make farming easier and more sustainable.” Papagni ended the show with his trademark enthusiasm. “This is the future of farming,” he said. “Automation doesn’t replace the…
How Railroads Transformed American Agriculture in the 1860s
…hundreds of thousands of immigrant farmers to U.S. soil, where they built thriving agricultural communities along the expanding rail lines. Immigrant Farmers and the American Dream Immigrant farmers played a…
Inside the World of Agricultural Shipping: A Conversation with Jeff Cox of Best Drayage
…Drayage—even if the problem stemmed from the driver’s actions rather than company policy. To ensure top-tier service, every member of their team undergoes strict qualifications and training. The company is…
Jeff Cox Explains the Freight Factor Behind California’s Ag Exports
…agriculture. “People don’t think about what happens after the crop leaves the processor,” McGill said. “Jeff connects the dots between the farm, the port, and the world.” Cox estimated that…
Inside FIRA USA 2025: California’s AgTech Future
…remains truly farmer-led and deeply grounded in real-world needs. The Resilience of Farmers—and the Advocacy Behind Them AgMeter host Nick noted that farmers are some of the most resilient people…