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Sweet Beginnings: How Candy in America Grew from Colonial Agriculture
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Inside the Hidden World of Insects in Agriculture
…From beneficial pollinators and parasitoid wasps to destructive pests and insect-borne crop diseases, Dr. Hasegawa breaks down how insects shape the food we grow and eat every day, and the…
The Ohio River: A Lifeline in American Agriculture History
…for irrigation, transportation, industry, and economic stability. The river also supports numerous agricultural businesses tied to grain handling, food processing, and river transportation. Supplying Drinking Water to Millions Beyond agriculture,…
California at a Crossroads: Edward Ring Sounds the Alarm on Water, Energy & the Future of Farming
…to operate more consistently. According to Ring, affordable energy is foundational to everything from housing costs and transportation to food production and manufacturing competitiveness. Politics, Leadership, and California’s Future Throughout…
Edward Ring Says California Faces Critical Crossroads on Energy, Water, and Agriculture
…water reliability, and food production in California. Ring stressed that affordable water and energy remain foundational to every aspect of the economy, from fertilizer and transportation to housing and food…
Edward Ring Warns California Energy Policies Are Driving Up Gas Prices and Hurting Agriculture
…freight, fertilizer production, processing costs, and transportation throughout the food supply chain. Ring argued that California’s energy policies are making the state less competitive while simultaneously forcing businesses and jobs…
Edward Ring Series Continues as California Water Debate and Governor Race Intensify
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The Colorado River: Lifeline of the American West
…heavily on the river system. Water from the Colorado River supports farms and ranches throughout the Southwest, helping produce food, fiber, and crops in regions that otherwise receive very little…
Organic Farming, Regenerative Agriculture, and Innovation Shape the Future of California Farming
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California Farming at a Crossroads: Stephen Paul Sounds the Alarm on Water, Labor & the Future of Organic Agriculture
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Organic Farming, Water Policy, and Innovation Drive California Agriculture Conversation
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How Franklin Roosevelt Helped Bring Electricity to Rural America
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California Agriculture Becomes Major Issue in Governor Race as Farmers Push Back Against Land and Policy Pressure
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