…processing, trucking, equipment, and local businesses. “Your farm is not only hiring,” Douglas explained. “There’s trucking tied to that. There are the local inputs where you’re buying seed, fertilizer, and…
Native American Agriculture: Roots of U.S. Farming
…benefits: Soil Fertility: Ashes from burned grasses, shrubs, and trees acted as a natural fertilizer, returning vital nutrients to the soil. Weed Control: Fire cleared competing vegetation, making it easier…
Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture: America’s First Farm Organization
…with crop varieties, soil amendments, and fertilizer reflected his scientific curiosity. As a founding member of the Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture, Franklin brought both credibility and vision to the…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads
…shifting policies, soaring costs, and technological pressures are pushing many farmers to the brink. California farmers, already burdened by water shortages, must also contend with labor shortages, rising fertilizer prices,…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads: Organics Innovation and Prop 50
…and the launch of their innovative new fertilizer product, Benvireo TerraLux. Gina explained how this nitrogen fertilizer is created by capturing and converting dairy waste into a clean, safe, plant-available…
Midland Tractor: John Deere Dealer Powering California Farmers with Innovation and Service
…they send someone our way,” he said. Facing the Future Despite the dealership’s commitment, Stan is candid about the uncertainty California farmers face. Rising input costs—fuel, chemicals, fertilizer, and equipment—paired…
Farm Bankruptcy on the Rise Amid Economic Strain
…seed, fertilizer, pest management tools, and diesel. These costs, combined with ongoing weather challenges, are making it increasingly difficult for growers to manage expenses and remain financially solvent. As these…
Fertilizer Prices Steady as Brazil Potash Secures Funding
Fertilizer Prices Show Stability for Fifth Consecutive Week Fertilizer markets have remained relatively stable for the fifth week in a row, with no significant price movement in either direction. While…
Imperial Valley Sugar Plant Closure Raises Crop Market Concerns
…“and then you’re talking about a huge support industry—harvest, planting, chemical and fertilizer companies. We had 28,000 acres of sugar beets this year.” The loss of a key processing facility…
CIR Agriculture Harvester Products
…have to offer. We can make anything from thermal welded belts, die cut parts from any industry material available to hullers, nursery carts, fertilizer and nut loaders to sort tables,…
CDFA Seeks Applicants for Fertilizer Inspection Advisory Board
Three Vacancies Open on Key Agricultural Oversight Board The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is now accepting applications to fill three vacancies on the Fertilizer Inspection Advisory Board,…
New Bipartisan Bill Aims to Ease Ag Transport Weight Limits
…required Optimizing load capacities Lowering fuel and labor costs The proposed adjustment is designed to benefit the movement of dry bulk agricultural commodities such as grain, fertilizer, and other key…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-23-25
…a proposed new fee structure. The plan includes a sliding scale for pumping fees that many small farmers say still disproportionately burdens them—especially as costs for labor, fertilizer, and regulatory…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 05-27-25
…of seed, feed, fertilizer, energy, land, and taxes, while prices remain stagnant. Reisinger noted that 45,000 farms disappear annually, affecting food security and affordability. He emphasizes the need for new…



















