…Papagni and Lorrie Boyer explore leadership, policy advocacy, workforce issues, and the growing role of technology and youth engagement in farming. Douglass reflects on the 107th California Farm Bureau Annual…
Largest Barns in the United States
…48 feet high, making it one of the most substantial barns ever built in the country. The Cooper Barn reflects a time when barns were the backbone of American farming…
Todd Burkdoll of Valent USA on Coverage, Technology, and the Future of California Agriculture
…shaped by farming, research, and real-world application. In a recent conversation on the AgNet News Hour, Burkdoll sat down with host Nick Papagni to discuss everything from spray coverage and…
The Westward Expansion of American Agriculture: Wheat, Corn, and the Rise of Dairy Farming
…single-crop wheat farming to diversified and dairy-focused agriculture marked an important turning point in the region’s history, setting the stage for modern Midwestern farming. A Legacy That Shaped American Agriculture…
How Early Agriculture Shaped Ohio: Insights from Mark Oppold
…Pumpkins Their farming methods and crop selections were well-suited to Ohio’s climate and soil conditions, forming a strong agricultural foundation that settlers would later build upon. European Influence and the…
The Future of California Farming: Insights from Nick Foglio of Foglio Commodities
…and shifting profitability. California’s land-use decisions today will shape agriculture for decades. The Future of California Farming: Insights from Nick Foglio of Foglio Commodities Generational Farming Under Pressure As a…
The Legacy of Land-Grant Universities in American Agriculture History
The Morrill Act of 1862 and the Birth of Land-Grant Universities Courtesy od…
Faith, Farming, and the Future: Dan Janzen at the Organic Growers Summit
…work as it continues to expand across new regions and agricultural communities. Faith, Farming, and the Future: Dan Janzen at the Organic Growers Summit From the Midwest to the West…
The Louisiana Purchase: How $15 Million Reshaped American Agriculture
…parts of 15 modern U.S. states, providing unprecedented opportunities for farming, settlement, and economic growth. For a young nation, this was a monumental step toward becoming a continental power. The…
John Deere on Organic Farming, Automation & the Future of Agriculture
…on Organic Farming, Automation & the Future of Agriculture The Rise of Organic Agriculture Organic farming continues to grow across the U.S., and John Deere’s tools are designed to support…
Land IQ Insights: Mapping California Crops for Smarter Ag Decisions
…planning and regulatory compliance. Supporting Growers and Organizations Rather than directing growers on farming decisions, Land IQ works with umbrella organizations such as commodity boards, irrigation districts, and water agencies….
California Agriculture: Water, Crop Markets & 2025 Outlook
…explained how growers are improving water use through advanced monitoring, satellite data, and soil-health strategies. He highlighted SGMA-driven land changes and stressed that California farming is not declining — it’s…
Kansas State University: The First Morrill Act Land-Grant College and Its Civil War Origins
…for an institution focused on scientific education, farming innovation, and community development. This forward-thinking approach would soon pay off. The Push to Convert Blue Mount Central College Also in 1861,…
How Early Agriculture Shaped Ohio: Indigenous Roots to 19th-Century Farming
…the long-established agricultural practices of Indigenous communities—helped shape the rich Ohio agriculture history we recognize today. Indigenous Farming Traditions in Early Ohio Long before European settlement, American Indian tribes were…