…southwestern state plays a vital role in the nation’s farming landscape. One of its standout contributions is pecan production, where New Mexico frequently ranks among the largest producers in the…
AgNet News Hour Podcast: Water, Policy, and the Future of California Agriculture
…the Turlock Irrigation District (TID), highlights how local control, reliable surface water, and investment in technology can stabilize farming communities. Weimer explains how TID’s proactive management, floodwater capture efforts, groundwater…
Colonial Farming and Soil Stewardship: Lessons from Early America
…for sustaining agriculture in colonial America. Oxen Farming: Productivity vs. Soil Health The use of oxen for plowing allowed colonists to farm more land efficiently. While this innovation increased productivity,…
California in Crisis: Elaine Culotti on Leadership, Voter ID & Agriculture
…over citizens and small farmers. She proposed incentivizing farming and supporting small agricultural operations with reduced taxes and infrastructure assistance to ensure the state’s long-term sustainability. The conversation also addressed…
America’s Largest Barns: Icons of Agriculture
…of the nation’s farming past. From working barns that once stored crops and housed livestock to architectural marvels built for display, barns tell the story of American agriculture in both…
AgNet News Hour: California Agriculture, Wine Industry Insights & Trade Talks for 2026
…evolve. The episode also delves into more lighthearted topics, including holiday traditions and the economics of Christmas tree farming. As 2025 comes to a close, the hosts reflect on the…
AgNet News Hour Podcast: 2025 Ag Review & 2026 Outlook
…Featured interviews with Roger Isom and Steven Pistoresi highlight regulatory crossroads, water infrastructure needs, and innovative pest management solutions shaping the future of farming. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk…
The History of Corn Harvesting in American Agriculture: From Hand-Husked Fields to Mechanization
…This demanding work required skill, stamina, and coordination, shaping farm life across the country. Early Mechanization and Transitional Farming Practices By the 1920s, labor-saving machinery began appearing on farms, aiming…
California Wine Looks Ahead After an Exceptional 2025 Harvest
…wine’s role as a major value-added crop. Looking Toward 2026 Jordan explained that vineyard removals and reduced acreage—seen in California and globally—are helping correct supply-and-demand imbalances. Growers are farming fewer…
AgNet News Hour: California Agriculture, Wine Industry Insights & Trade Talks for 2026
…evolve. The episode also delves into more lighthearted topics, including holiday traditions and the economics of Christmas tree farming. As 2025 comes to a close, the hosts reflect on the…
The Cooper Barn: A Kansas Landmark of American Agricultural History
…operation and the importance of cattle ranching to the agricultural economy of Kansas and the Great Plains. From Working Farm to Agricultural Museum While no longer used for livestock, the…
California FFA: Growing the Next Generation of Ag Leaders
…informed advocates, whether they pursue farming careers or not.” California FFA: Growing the Next Generation of Ag Leaders The Three-Circle Model: Classroom, SAE, and FFA FFA develops well-rounded students through…
FFA: Building the Next Generation of California Agriculture Leaders
California agriculture is facing growing challenges—from extreme weather and trade pressures to regulatory shifts—but the future of farming depends on the next generation. On this episode of the AgNet News…
Corn Shelling Bees: How Community and Early Technology Shaped American Agriculture
…innovation dramatically improved efficiency and marked an important step toward mechanized farming practices. From Community Labor to Mechanized Progress The shift from hand shelling and shelling bees to mechanical shellers…