…It demonstrated how farming offered not just sustenance, but also opportunities for economic mobility and independence. The blending of ethnic farming traditions, combined with hard work and innovation, helped lay…
Ag Innovation and PCA Leadership: Priscilla Koepke and Mando Perez on AgNet News Hour
…noting that agriculture is now one of the fastest-growing sectors for tech innovation in California. Koepke also highlighted that innovation must reach small and medium-size farms, not just large operations….
The Roots of 4-H: Jessie Shambaugh and the Birth of American Agricultural Youth
…America’s formal agricultural education system. The program helped train new generations of leaders who balanced innovation with respect for tradition—key elements in building the nation’s agricultural strength. A Lasting Legacy…
Celebrating the Valley’s Bounty: The Whole Vine Festival Returns to Fresno State
…“Nat and I were connected at the hip the first year,” she said. “I did everything he said.” A Showcase of Ag Innovation and Technology This year’s festival will also…
Karen Ross on Water, Workforce, and the Future of California Agriculture
…innovation to water storage and the future of food production in the Golden State. “It is a beautiful day at a beautiful campus,” Ross said, praising Reedley College for its…
How the Smith-Lever Act Created 4-H and Transformed Rural America
…livestock, and home economics. The law created a system that connected land-grant universities with communities across the nation, ensuring that agricultural innovation and scientific research reached producers and their families…
How Rural Electrification Transformed U.S. Farms
…beginning of a new era for agriculture—one where innovation and efficiency could thrive. Lighting Up Rural America Although the legislation passed in the 1930s, electrifying rural America took time. By…
Gage A. Kent and the Birth of Kent Feeds
…quality. Founding Kent Feeds In 1927, Gage A. Kent officially launched Kent Feeds, establishing a legacy that would influence American cattle feeding for generations. By prioritizing nutrition, quality, and innovation,…
Mando Perez: Innovation & Leadership in California Ag
…my peers is really meaningful,” he said. This recognition reflects not only his professional achievements at Semios but also his commitment to supporting fellow PCAs and advancing innovation in California…
Mando Perez of Semios Named CAPCA Member of the Year
…His passion for pest management and irrigation technology has since grown into a career marked by innovation and leadership. At Semios, Perez helps deliver cutting-edge tools in pest management, irrigation…
The Iconic Case Eagle Logo: A Symbol of History and Innovation
…a century. The Iconic Case Eagle Logo: A Symbol of History and Innovation From Survival to Symbolism: J.I. Case’s Early Years In 1847, J.I. Case founded his implement company with…
California’s Water Puzzle: Insights from Avid Water’s Cory Broad
Finding Solutions in a State Defined by Water Challenges Cory Broad California’s agriculture industry is built on innovation, resilience, and adaptation—qualities that define experts like Cory Broad, Agronomic Sales Manager…
Purina’s Checkerboard Logo: An Agricultural Icon
…brand and continues to symbolize trust, tradition, and innovation in animal nutrition. From its humble beginnings on a burlap feed bag to its place as one of the most iconic…
Raisin Industry Legends Warn of Challenges and Chart a Path Forward
…takeaway for California growers: the raisin industry isn’t dead, but it must adapt. With innovation, marketing, and political engagement, raisins can remain a vital part of the Central Valley’s farming…