…quickly, creating demand for food, livestock, and local agricultural production. The arrival of railroads in Denver in the late 1870s proved to be a turning point. Rail connections linked Colorado…
Why California Agriculture Is Losing Ground Despite Feeding the World
…acres threatens long-term food security. A Growing Trade Deficit and Dangerous Dependence Nick pointed out that the United States now runs a $36 billion agricultural trade deficit, importing more food…
Damian Mason Says California Ag Is Outnumbered, Out Regulated, and Still Unmatched
…yet the impact lands hard on the people producing the food. One of the most striking points Mason made was about the unique advantage California has, a Mediterranean climate found…
How Soybeans Became America’s Leading Crop
…a cornerstone of U.S. agriculture, underpinning industries ranging from food production to livestock feed and biofuels. Their journey from a minor crop to a global powerhouse reflects both strategic agricultural…
Soil Health, Water, and the Future of Farming With Live Earth
…regulatory pressure based on label claims. California, however, has played a leading role in revising plant biostimulant regulations. Taylor says upcoming label changes through the California Department of Food and…
California’s Budget Boom, Soil Solutions, and a Major Malaysia Trade Deal for U.S. Ag
The January 19 episode of the AgNet News Hour kicked off with plenty of energy as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill mixed farm talk, policy, and global trade into…
Joseph Dart and the Invention That Revolutionized Grain Shipping
…Dart’s invention marked the beginning of mechanized grain handling in the U.S. Buffalo’s Rise as a Global Grain Hub The success of Dart’s Elevator spurred the construction of additional grain…
Shannon Douglas on California’s Big Five: Water, Labor, Regulations, Wolves, and the Future of Farm Tech
…and many out-of-state farmers were stunned by how much food is actually grown in the Golden State. A major theme of the episode was the overwhelming question Douglas hears everywhere:…
California Ag Spotlight: Farm Bureau & Almond Updates
…expectations, with strong export demand from India, the Middle East, and Europe pushing total 2025 crop receipts over 2.5 billion pounds. High-quality almonds continue to strengthen California’s position in global…
Brooke Rollins in California, Potter Valley Dams, and Propane Tech: A Big Day for AgNet News Hour
…the name of environmental extremism puts “fish over people” and threatens food security. She said she formally stepped into the issue on December 19 by intervening in proceedings before the…
Brooke Rollins Warns California Agriculture Faces an Existential Threat
…rising costs, and state-level policies that put ideology ahead of food security. In her opening remarks, Rollins said she was grateful to be in California for her first visit since…
From Sheriff to Supervisor: Margaret Mims’ Vision for Fresno County’s Future
…cotton operations, Mims stresses that policymakers must understand how food actually gets from the field to the grocery store. Immigration, Labor, and Accountability Labor shortages and immigration reform were also…
Margaret Mims on Leadership, Water, and Why She’s Running for Fresno County Supervisor
…over,” she said. “Rain doesn’t equal water security. Without storage, conveyance, and recharge, we’re still one dry year away from crisis.” She emphasized that counties play a critical role in…
AgNet News Hour: Health, Water, and California’s Crossroads
…in California. A major focus of the episode is the national “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) initiative, which aims to combat rising obesity by encouraging whole foods, reducing ultra-processed foods,…