…breaking stereotypes, expanding opportunities, and embracing innovation. Building FFA From the Ground Up California FFA engages students as early as middle school through local chapters and outreach programs. State officers…
How Pioneers Hunted and Preserved Food After 1776
…possible, could they store meat for extended periods. Women and the First Food Preservation Efforts While the men hunted, women played a vital role in food innovation and preservation. One…
Robert McCormick and the Birth of American Agricultural Innovation
…grain into flour, providing an essential staple for the farm and its surrounding community. Robert McCormick and the Birth of American Agricultural Innovation The McCormick farm also raised sheep, which…
Cyrus McCormick and the Reaper Revolution
The Reluctant Start of a Farming Innovation In 1834, inventor Cyrus McCormick took out a patent for a horse-drawn reaper. After several improvements to the design, he established a harvester…
Innovation and Ingenuity in the Desert: Yuma, Arizona’s Role in Feeding America
…a win for rural America. Tune in for a fascinating deep dive into how agriculture, innovation, and policy intersect in Yuma—and how California growers rely on this desert hub during…
Ticks to Tech: The Evolution of Cattle Ear Tags
…which further compromised the health and well-being of the animals. From Ticks to Tech: The Evolution of Cattle Ear Tags The Innovation That Changed Everything Relief finally came in the…
Lawnmower Origins in Agriculture History
…the rich history of agricultural innovation, names like Cyrus McCormick (mechanical reaper), John Deere (steel plow), and Eli Whitney (cotton gin) are firmly etched into the collective memory. These inventors…
Evolution of Irrigation in American Agriculture
…the world today. Honoring Agricultural Innovation From ancient innovations to 20th-century breakthroughs, the story of irrigation is a testament to human ingenuity and adaptability. As Mark Oppold reminds us, understanding…
Three Agricultural Revolutions That Transformed U.S. Farming
…the three most transformative revolutions in U.S. farming history. These turning points have shaped the way American agriculture operates, from the earliest innovations to cutting-edge science. Three Agricultural Revolutions That…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 07-25-25
…farming, the role of innovation, and the critical issues facing growers across California. The episode began with Duarte sharing the inspiring history of Duarte Nursery, which grew from humble beginnings…
Los Gatos Tomato: Innovation, Labor & Water in Focus
…families—including majority stakeholder Woolf Farming—the company has built a reputation for operational discipline, innovation, and quality. Listen to Nick’s full interview with Dan Green of Los Gatos Tomato Products: Los…
2025 California Almond Crop Forecast Hits 3 Billion Pounds
…strong,” Turner noted. “We are focused on innovation, expanding almond applications, reaching consumers through new channels, and opening markets around the world.” Improved Growing Conditions Support Larger Yield Despite facing…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 07-24-25
…seed selection, irrigation innovation, and California’s fertile growing conditions drive consistent quality and yield, despite the state’s increasing regulatory challenges. Listeners will also learn how 95% of U.S. processing tomatoes…
Rubber Tires Revolutionized American Tractors
From Steel Lugs to Rubber: A Turning Point in Ag Innovation How Florida Growers and Harvey Firestone Changed Farming Forever In the early days of American agriculture, tractors and steam…