…Turner emphasized the industry’s resilience and innovation, noting its efforts to meet global demand and improve practices. California remains the world’s leader in almond production, celebrated for its sustainable practices…
Farm Groups Respond to Brooke Rollins’ Nomination as Agriculture Secretary
…Rollins’ nomination, focusing on her potential to support innovation and strengthen the sorghum industry. France stressed the importance of advancing policies that promote biofuels and nutritious food products. National Cattlemen’s…
Automation at FIRA Tackles Labor Challenges in Agriculture
…now in its third iteration, focused heavily on addressing labor challenges through automation in California’s specialty crop agriculture sector. According to Walt Duflock, Vice President of Innovation at Western Growers,…
AgNet News Hour, Friday, 10-25-24
…Innovation at Western Growers. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker who…
FIRA USA Brings Agricultural Robotics to California
…innovations in agricultural robotics and automation. FIRA USA, which has become the largest ag-tech conference of its kind in North America, showcases advanced technologies designed to address labor shortages and…
California Agriculture Faces Challenges but Promises Innovation, Says Secretary Ross
…to help large and small-scale growers,” she said, adding that California’s agriculture sector is ready to embrace innovation. Ross also had a call to action for young people, encouraging them…
Four Start-ups Advance in 2025 Ag Innovation Challenge
DepositPhotos image Four start-up companies have advanced to the final round of the 2025 Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge, competing for a top prize of $100,000. The American Farm Bureau…
2024 GAP Report Warns of Slowdown in Global Agricultural Productivity
…Productivity (GAP) Report, titled Powering Productivity: Scaling High-Impact Bundles of Proven and Emerging Tools, highlights a growing challenge in feeding the planet’s increasing population. According to the report, while innovations…
USDA Awards $25 Million to Support Specialty Crop Exports
…Foundation for Fresh Produce to establish Sustainable Packaging Innovation Labs. These labs will address changing packaging and labeling requirements in export markets. Other projects will focus on aligning pesticide regulations,…
Federal Funding Boosts Dairy Innovation at Fresno State
…stated, noting that California produces over 20 percent of the nation’s milk products. The funding is part of a broader partnership between Fresno State and the California Dairy Innovation Center,…
NFU Leaders Work to Advance Sustainable Food Systems and Global Cooperation
…in agriculture. Key recommendations from the group include increased public investment in sustainable farming, fair international trade practices, and advancing farmer-led innovation. The declaration calls for a balanced approach to…
Innovations Discussed at Innovations Discussed at World Dairy Expo
Automatic cow milking facility at cattle dairy farm. DepositPhotos image At the World Dairy Expo, dairy farmers and industry representatives gathered to discuss innovations in dairy, with a focus on…
AgNet News Hour, Monday, 10-01-24
…agricultural innovation and industry collaboration. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media,…
American Agriculture History Minute: Best Remembered for Producing Louisiana’s First Granular Sugar
…River in Illinois. Etienne spent most of his life in Louisiana, and it was there that he’s best remembered for producing Louisiana’s first granulated sugar. His innovation encouraged producers there…