…agricultural progress and innovation that continues to influence American farming today. Westward Expansion Transforms 1850s American Farming I’m Mark Oppold, with an American Agriculture History Minute. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk…
Kevin Kester on Cattle, Trade, and Prop 50: Halloween Highlights from the AgNet News Hour
…safest, highest-quality beef in the world.” Papagni closed the show calling Kester “one of the great voices in California ranching,” while McGill agreed: “When Kevin talks, every farmer and rancher…
Building the Future of Ag Education at Merced College
…has introduced one of its most forward-looking initiatives yet — an Ag Tech program, bridging the gap between traditional farming and modern technology. From the Classroom to the Farm While…
Merced College Dean Cody Jacobson Champions the Future of California Ag Education
…Merced College. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill described Jacobson as a “boots-on-the-ground” leader who bridges the gap between traditional farming and the future of ag technology. Jacobson, who still…
How Draft Horses Powered American Farming
…while dependable and strong, moved too slowly to handle the increasing demands of mechanized farming. On the other hand, most of the horses available on American farms were fast enough,…
Ecorobotix, AgTech Grants, and Hannah Johnson’s Push for California’s Future
…opened the show with a call to “take care of today’s farming before tomorrow’s farming,” stressing that growers must survive regulatory and water challenges before they can embrace full automation….
Post–Civil War Wheat Crash: How Farmers Turned to Corn and Livestock
…cases, whole harvests were wiped out before farmers could act. These infestations, combined with the already poor yields, made wheat farming an increasingly risky venture in the years following the…
California Farmers Confront Global Competition and Retail Pressure on AgNet News Hour
…future of California farming. From beef and blueberries to almonds and freight logistics, the hour underscored that California’s agriculture industry is both resilient and under siege. The program opened with…
Ag Hall of Fame: Honoring U.S. Agricultural Pioneers
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Building the Future of Farming: Insights from UC ANR’s Gabe Youtsey at FIRA USA 2025
…Farming One major challenge is communicating the value of farming to people who have never set foot on a farm. Many urban residents only experience agriculture through the grocery store—and…
From Citrus Greening to Ag Robotics: California Faces the Future of Farming
…latest autonomous robotics technology, and the insights of UC Agriculture & Natural Resources (UC ANR) and The Reservoir founder Danny Bernstein on the state’s farming future. The show opened with…
First American Silo: How Fred Hatch Revolutionized Grain Storage in 1873
…1873 invention marked a turning point in American farming. His curiosity and problem-solving spirit led to a lasting contribution that shaped how farmers store feed and grain across the country….
Beef Plan, Spray Tech, and AI: California Ag Eyes Relief and Reinvention
…ranching’s business fundamentals through disaster relief, grazing access, and risk tools; expanding processing and market transparency; and building demand while growing the domestic herd. The hosts applauded the rapid response…
GUSS: Transforming Orchard Spraying Through Autonomy and Innovation
…on your own farm.” Looking Ahead: The Future of Smart Farming As automation continues to shape the next generation of agriculture, GUSS is at the forefront—delivering precision, safety, and efficiency…