…began his agricultural journey in 1993. Alongside his wife Nicole and their three children, he has built both a family and a farming business in the North State. His leadership…
Carbon Robotics Brings Laser Weeding and Autonomous Tractors to Center Stage
…farming problems — specifically herbicide resistance, rising labor costs, and environmental concerns. The LaserWeeder uses AI-powered cameras and high-precision lasers to identify and eliminate weeds without chemicals. According to Mikesell,…
Almond Outlook, Propane Savings, and Ag Pride
…agronomics and economics, the episode reinforced the importance of advocacy. Malanca’s “My Job Depends on Ag” campaign continues to raise awareness about how many industries rely on farming, while events…
Missouri’s Early Agricultural Roots: River Commerce and Opportunity
…soil and reliable access to transportation routes, making them ideal for large-scale farming operations. The promise of opportunity attracted wealthy farmers from established agricultural states such as Virginia, Kentucky, and…
Stephanie Moreda-Arend Warns Point Reyes Dairy Families Are Being Forced Off Generational Land
…already demanding life. Dairy farming is a 24/7 commitment, and advocacy was never part of the original job description. But she believes staying silent is no longer an option. Papagni…
The Missouri River: The Longest River in America and Its Agricultural Legacy
…and into the northern Rocky Mountain region. This immense drainage basin has been central to American agricultural development. The river system provides critical water resources for farming and ranching operations…
Jamie Johansson Says 2026 Is a Turning Point for Northern California and Agriculture
…policy, Johansson spoke personally about generational farming. As a first-generation farmer raising three children, he understands the fear that the next generation may not be able to afford to live…
Michigan’s Rise: Mining, Farming & Autos (1855–1908)
…at the center of a transportation revolution. This era stands as a defining chapter in American agriculture history in the state of Michigan. Michigan’s Rise: Mining, Farming & Autos (1855–1908)…
California Agriculture’s Champions: John Duarte on Leadership, Policy & the Future
…Senate. He described her as someone who understands production agriculture, regulatory pressures, and the real-world impact of state policy decisions on farming operations. For those attending the World Ag Expo…
Luther Burbank and the Potato That Changed Agriculture
…Mark Oppold in an American Agriculture History Minute, Burbank’s work reshaped farming and horticulture in the United States, leaving a legacy that continues to influence agriculture today. From Limited Schooling…
Record Pistachio Crop, Global Demand, and California’s Water Reality
…by both convenience and confidence in California farming practices. Water Allocations and the Cost of Uncertainty The conversation turned blunt when discussing California water policy. Despite above-average reservoirs after multiple…
John Duarte Lays Out a Blueprint for Water Abundance as World Ag Expo Hits Full Swing
…stop governing for scarcity.” Papagni and McGill closed the episode by calling the interview a reminder that solutions exist — if leaders are willing to listen to the people farming…
How 19th-Century Technology Transformed Corn and Wheat Farming
…from labor-intensive subsistence farming into a system capable of feeding a growing nation—and eventually, much of the world. How 19th-Century Technology Transformed Corn and Wheat Farming That’s today’s American Agriculture…
World Ag Expo Week Begins as John Duarte Talks Almond Innovation, Water, and California’s Future
…conversations about water, policy, and the future of farming in the Golden State. Papagni opened the program from the road, reminding listeners that the first day of World Ag Expo…