Ag History Minute: From Ancient Innovation to American Farms In this edition of the American Agriculture History Minute, we take a closer look at one of the most enduring tools…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-17-25
…summit in Alberta, focused exclusively on food security, innovation, and small-scale farmers. Nick and Josh unpack how these global conversations (and omissions) ripple into policy and practice here at home….
Jesse Silva Discusses California Citrus, Global Trade, Future of Farming
…Marketing Challenges and Innovation Ahead Silva highlights the dual challenge of responding to short-term market needs while making long-term investments in new citrus varieties. With permanent crops, the stakes are…
From Cross-Check Rows to Modern Planting: Corn Planting
…innovation had accelerated. Charles Deere, son of farming pioneer John Deere, developed a two-row corn planter, a major leap forward in planting technology. This advancement marked the transition toward the…
Birth of the Rotary Corn Planter: A Milestone in Agricultural Innovation
…Planter: A Milestone in Agricultural Innovation Operating out of a modest two-story building in Moline, Illinois, the duo established a separate enterprise from the already successful Deere Plow Company. Their…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 06-11-25
…in California. He also shares how the Jackson family is weathering the water crisis with innovation and grit. Catch the full episode and subscribe to the AgNet News Hour podcast….
From Setback to Success: Daniel Jackson on Building Family Tree Farms in Kingsburg
…today as a testament to perseverance and innovation—qualities rooted deeply in the Jackson family story. Jackson’s entry into farming began with a family tragedy turned opportunity. “My dad was actually…
Wine Grape Growers Asked to Vote on Extension of Pierce’s Disease Program
…a wide range of research initiatives—including disease management, biotech innovation, virus detection, and vector control—all aimed at protecting California’s $57 billion wine industry. Since its inception in 2001, the program…
Generations of Growth: Daniel Jackson on Family Tree Farms’ Roots, Innovation, Future
…Roots, Innovation, and Future From Farmhands to Founders With a foundation built by sacrifice and resilience, Herschel mortgaged his home to help his children start their own farming ventures. By…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-06-25
…also features an inspiring story of innovation that every grower should hear. Join us as we sit down with the ever-forward-thinking Stuart Woolf of Woolf Farming and Processing. He’s pioneering…
Almond Board of California Finalizes 2025 Board Elections, Sets Path for Industry Growth
…on economic resilience, regulatory compliance, and industry innovation, the newly elected leadership is well-positioned to steer California’s almond growers toward continued success. The Almond Board plays a pivotal role in…
Nick Anderson on Resilience in California Agriculture: “Being Uncomfortable Just Makes You Better”
…costs have reshaped the landscape for growers across the state. Coastal Farming: Innovation Under Pressure Perhaps the most striking example of California’s agricultural resilience is along the coast. Anderson points…
Tomatoes to Tequila: Stuart Woolf’s Agave Revolution in California
…into a full-on movement, blending innovation with advocacy, climate resilience, and economic revitalization for drought-stricken farmland. 🌱 A Legacy Planted in the Valley Woolf’s story begins in 1974, when his…
California Ag Under Pressure: Innovation, Legacy, and the Voice of Nick Anderson
…the same discipline and tenacity Nick brings to his professional life. California Ag Under Pressure: Innovation, Legacy, and the Voice of Nick Anderson With decades of experience in agriculture following…