…that a major earthquake in the Delta could instantly cripple water deliveries to Southern California, exposing how fragile the system truly is. One of Aiello’s strongest messages centered on food…
Early Innovations That Transformed American Agriculture
…Factory-Made Equipment Changes Farming Forever As the 19th century approached, factory-made agricultural equipment began to emerge, marking a major shift in how food was produced in the United States. Manufactured…
World Ag Expo 2026 Returns to Tulare With Global Innovation, Education, and Community Impact
…well known for its food. All food booths are operated by local nonprofit organizations, including schools and community groups. When attendees purchase meals, they directly support those organizations. Collectively, food…
World Ag Expo Countdown Begins as Megan Lausten Previews the Biggest Farm Show on Earth
…episode wrapped with reminders about the Expo’s famous food scene, run entirely by local nonprofit groups that collectively raised more than $1 million last year, and a final encouragement to…
When American Farming Shifted From Hand Power to Horsepower
…and allowed farmers to manage larger acreages than ever before. This period laid the foundation for the mechanized farming systems that would later dominate U.S. agriculture—forever changing how food was…
How Minneapolis Mills Produced Nearly All of the Nation’s Flour
…food system. As Mark Oppold explains in this American Agriculture History Minute, the state—driven by milling giants in Minneapolis—became the flour capital of the United States, producing nearly all of…
Rick Roberti California Cattle Threats: Wolves, Water, and Workforce
…dug deeper into what ranchers are really facing on the ground. From unchecked predators to workforce uncertainty and food security, Roberti warned that California is drifting dangerously far from common…
How Mechanization Transformed Corn Farming in America
…produce enough food to feed 10 people for an entire year, illustrating how mechanization expanded food production while reducing labor demands. Why This Transformation Still Matters The steady reduction in…
California Cattle Challenges & Opportunities: Insights from Rick Roberti
…efficiency would drop, and food would be twice as expensive. Safety would not improve,” Roberti explains, highlighting how modern cattle management ensures both productivity and consumer confidence. Predation, Water, and…
Sonoma County Agriculture: Challenges, Advocacy, and Community Engagement
…misdemeanors for trespassing, tampering with vehicles, and stealing livestock. Ghirardelli praised local law enforcement for taking these threats seriously and protecting food safety and security. Educating the Public Community education…
Americans to Eat 1.48 Billion Wings for Super Bowl LX
…one food above all others: chicken wings. According to the National Chicken Council’s (NCC) annual Chicken Wing Report, Americans are projected to consume 1.48 billion chicken wings during Super Bowl…
Dayna Ghirardelli Says Sonoma County Agriculture Is Under Constant Attack — and Still Standing
…nearly enough educating. Programs like Ag Days, Farm Fest, and school outreach events are critical to reconnecting the public with where food actually comes from — especially in a state…
Potter Valley Water Crisis: A Community Fighting for Survival
…supply it are at risk of being torn down.” The Potter Valley Project, completed in 1908, diverts water from the Eel River to the Russian River basin, powering local agriculture…
California Wolves Push Ranchers to the Brink as Heather Hadwick Demands Action
…situation has escalated dramatically. Declining deer, elk, and antelope populations have left wolves without adequate natural food sources, pushing them closer to ranches, schools, and neighborhoods. In some areas, wolf…