A Humble Beginning in 1938 American agriculture has always depended on innovation—not just in the field, but in how farmers access the tools they need. In 1938, Charles E. Schmidt…
Farms, Food, Future: Inside F3 Innovate’s Vision for Agriculture
…ideas from research labs into real fields. Her own journey into agriculture started with a tech startup focused on robotics and computer vision—tools designed to help growers identify problems in…
Fire Ant Control and Farm Policy Take Center Stage; Mike Johanns Shares Insight for Growers
The March 20 edition of the AgNet News Hour delivered a mix of practical field insights and high-level agricultural policy discussion, giving California farmers both immediate takeaways and long-term perspective….
Part 2: Research Highlights Effective Tools for Almond Red Leaf Blotch Control
…Growing Edge segment, Todd Burkdoll, Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., says research trials are helping growers better understand how to manage the disease effectively. University and independent trials…
Mike Johanns Talks Farm Profitability, Policy, and the Future of California Agriculture
…the playing field for U.S. producers, particularly when competing with imported products. At the same time, he stressed the importance of better connecting with younger consumers, especially in industries like…
From Water Challenges to Agave Innovation: The Woolf Farming Story
…is its strong family foundation. Each member plays a critical role: Jack manages day-to-day field operations Wiley focuses on sustainability and innovation Haley leads communication and market development Together, they…
Agave Opportunity Grows in California; Wolf Family Pushes Innovation Amid Water Challenges
…bring together growers, distillers, and industry leaders to explore how the crop can scale across the state. The Wolf family is already fielding inquiries from growers and partners looking to…
Growing the Future: Ag in the Classroom Reaches California Students
…experience agriculture through a live virtual field trip. The upcoming event on March 18 will take students on a journey through the farm-to-school system, showing how food moves from farms…
Part 1: Almond Red Leaf Blotch Spreading in Central Valley Orchards
…tree health and yield if left unmanaged. Todd Burkdoll, Field Market Development Specialist with Valent USA, discusses the growing concern and management strategies in today’s Growing Edge segment. According to…
AgNet News Hour Podcast: Business, Ag Education, Water History & Orchard Health
…from the field to students’ lunch trays. Fletcher also explains how agriculture offers a wide range of career opportunities—from technology and communications to engineering and mechanics—many of which students may…
Axios® 20 SC Fungicide Offers Flexible Disease Control for Almond Growers
…the field relatively quickly following application. In almonds, Axios 20 SC is labeled for several important diseases including brown rot, shothole, anthracnose, scab, and leaf spot, with additional coverage for…
Six Generations of Farming: Cannon Michael on Water, Innovation, and the Future of California Agriculture
…reshape agriculture. Examples include: AI-powered weed-targeting sprayers Autonomous field robots Automated packing and sorting systems AI tools that streamline business operations “We can’t ever take our eye off the ball,”…
Ethnicity’s Role in Early American Agriculture
…wooden plows through dense soil and were especially useful in newly settled areas where fields had to be broken from forest or prairie. This choice reflected practicality and long-term thinking…
Fertilizer: The Overlooked Revolution in American Agriculture
…and repetition. Fields where livestock had been penned or grazed often produced stronger crops. Soil enriched by organic waste yielded better harvests. Over time, farmers began intentionally applying manure to…