…to bridge the gap between farmers and consumers. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill welcomed Nash to discuss her journey from California’s Central Valley to Tennessee and her growing role…
Sharing Knowledge on the Frontier: Early Agricultural Extension in America
…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 Says California Farmers Are Being Squeezed From Every Direction
…welcomed Dave Roberts of R7 Enterprises, a diversified grower in Woodlake farming cherries, citrus, lemons, pomegranates, Asian pears, avocados, and more. His message was clear: California farmers are doing everything…
R7 Enterprises: Dave Roberts on Water, Lemons & California’s Farming Future
…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…
St. Genevieve: Early French Farming on the Mississippi
…the constant threat of flooding and unstable ground. These environmental realities limited rapid expansion. In fact, by 1752, the town had only 23 full-time residents. Most of them were farmers….
Elaine Culotti Announces Run for California Governor, Calls for Economic Reset and Bipartisan Reform
…trial lawyer influence, arguing that soaring insurance premiums for homeowners, doctors, truckers, and small businesses are driving people out of the state. “We are losing farmers. We are losing families….
Kern Oil: Rickey Bird on California’s Energy, Community, and the Human Cost
…grapes to produce, rise with fuel prices, affecting both farmers and consumers. Bird highlights the interconnectedness: “Overregulation and mismanagement don’t just hurt oil—they touch agriculture, shipping, and every sector that…
Elaine Culotti Pushes for Middle-Ground Leadership and Stronger Support for Small Farmers
…broader message was clear: California must prioritize roads, freight corridors, and functional infrastructure that directly supports agriculture and commerce. Small farmers were also front and center. Culotti highlighted the roughly…
Missouri’s Mule Legacy in American Agriculture
…However, the industry’s broader impact was felt by a much larger population. For many Missouri farmers, mule production was not their sole enterprise but rather a supplemental source of income….
Elaine Culotti Enters Governor’s Race, Calls for Major Reset in California Policy
…costs rising, she warned that California families and farmers will continue feeling pressure at the pump and in grocery stores unless energy and logistics are addressed directly. Water policy was…
John Deere Showcases New 25-HP Compact Tractor at World Ag Expo
At this year’s World Ag Expo, John Deere highlighted new equipment designed to make life easier for California farmers—especially those managing smaller properties or needing versatile support equipment. Mark Davey,…
Learning, Networking, and a Change of Scenery: Why California Growers May Want to Head to Fort Myers in 2026
For California farmers and agribusiness professionals, attending an out-of-state event has to make sense. Time away from the farm is valuable, and travel has to deliver real returns. The 2026…
From Backyard Prototype to Global Ag Tech: Carbon Robotics’ LaserWeeder Revolution
…in neural networks, the AI behind self-driving cars and advanced vision systems, led him to ask: What if AI could solve real problems for farmers? After extensive conversations with growers,…
Fighting for Family Farms: Stephanie Moreda-Arend on Point Reyes’ Future
…remain, fighting to keep their operations alive. She emphasized that the push to remove farmers often comes from wealthy donors behind these organizations, rather than environmental concerns. “The whole push…