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…
John Duarte on Central Valley Agriculture: Water, Prop 50, and the Future of Avocados
A Legacy Rooted in Innovation When it comes to modern agriculture, few names carry as much influence as John Duarte, president of Duarte Nursery. Founded in 1989, Duarte Nursery has…
John Duarte Shares Bold Nursery Innovations and Warns of Prop 50 Threat
…down with John Duarte, president of Duarte Nurseries, for a conversation that blended innovation, new crops, and urgent political warnings. Duarte, whose family nursery dates back to 1989, explained how…
Shannon Douglas: Leading California Agriculture Through Opportunity and Challenge
…more than 26,000 farmers and ranchers across the state. Her leadership emphasizes advocacy, education, innovation, and a deep commitment to preparing the next generation of agricultural leaders. In a recent…
California Farm Bureau’s Shannon Douglas Tackles Prop 50, Farm Bill, and the Future of Farming
…farms — and we don’t want to see this loss continue,” she warned. Despite the challenges, Douglas struck an optimistic tone. She pointed to innovation, automation, and the grit of…
California Farmers Face Policy, Energy, and Innovation Challenges
…the potential paths forward through federal support, innovation, and farmer-led solutions. California Farmers Face Policy, Energy, and Innovation Challenges Water, Oil, and the Strain on California Farmers The conversation began…
The Origins of Conveyor Grain Elevators in 19th Century America
Photo by Lana Kravchenko/Pexels image Revolutionizing Grain Storage The 19th century was a period of rapid innovation in American agriculture, with one of the most transformative developments being the conveyor-type…
Jean Étienne de Boré: Pioneer of Granulated Sugar in Louisiana
…a reliable or profitable cash crop. De Boré’s successful production of granulated sugar changed that. His innovation encouraged growers across Louisiana to plant sugarcane in greater quantities, giving rise to…
Edward Ring Brings Water Solutions to the AgNet News Hour
…pointing out that California received $7 billion from a past water bond yet failed to build meaningful infrastructure. He believes federal investment, combined with private-sector innovation from Silicon Valley, could…
E.T. York: Advancing American Agriculture Through Education and Leadership
…and knowledge in driving agricultural innovation. E.T. York: Advancing American Agriculture Through Education and Leadership From Administrator to National Leader E.T. York dedicated his career to strengthening the connection between…
California’s Water Crisis: Edward Ring Calls for Abundance Over Scarcity
…of the federal budget. “It sounds like a big number, but it really isn’t that big of a number,” Ring explained. With federal support and private-sector innovation, California could revive…
Innovation, Water, and Politics Take Center Stage in California Ag
The September 18 edition of the AgNet News Hour delivered a mix of innovation, politics, and pressing issues for California farmers. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill covered everything from…