…program also featured a continued in-depth interview with former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Mike Johanns, who provided insight into the broader forces shaping agriculture today. Johanns emphasized the importance of…
Early American Farmers and the Cycle of Moving West
…The experiences of those early pioneers helped shape the development of sustainable farming practices that protect soil health and ensure land can continue producing food for generations. As historian Louis…
From Water Challenges to Agave Innovation: The Woolf Farming Story
…is being shaped by the next generation. Wiley Woolf is leading sustainability efforts, focusing on water conservation, soil health, air quality, solar energy, and pollinator habitats. His work reflects a…
The Hard Lessons of the Great Plains: Early Settler Struggles
…east, seeking stability in familiar territories. Turning the Tide in the 20th Century The 20th century brought significant innovations that transformed farming on the Plains. Crop insurance programs provided a…
Agave Innovation on the West Side; Stuart Wolf and Family Look Toward Farming’s Future
…Wiley Wolf focuses on sustainability projects across the operation, including water management, soil health, solar development, and pollinator habitats. The next generation of the family says modern farming requires constant…
The Homestead Act: How Free Land Transformed North American Agriculture
…several years, homesteaders could gain ownership of the property. The program proved incredibly popular. Over time, the federal government issued 160-acre tracts to approximately 400,000 families who settled new land…
The Rise of Open Range Ranching on the Great Plains
…several important tasks were carried out: Branding new calves to identify ownership Treating and caring for young animals to ensure their health Sorting cattle according to ownership and preparing some…
Growing the Future: Ag in the Classroom Reaches California Students
…program to support teachers and students more effectively throughout the state. These coordinators help deliver curriculum resources, connect schools with local agricultural programs, and build partnerships that expand agriculture education…
California Water, Energy, and Policy: Duarte, Vanden Heuvel Break It Down
…dive into the history of the state’s water system, the program explored both the challenges and potential solutions facing farmers today. Steve Hilton Names John Duarte for Natural Resources Role…
Part 1: Almond Red Leaf Blotch Spreading in Central Valley Orchards
…tree health and yield if left unmanaged. Todd Burkdoll, Field Market Development Specialist with Valent USA, discusses the growing concern and management strategies in today’s Growing Edge segment. According to…
AgNet News Hour Podcast: Business, Ag Education, Water History & Orchard Health
…event that takes students on a virtual journey through the farm-to-school process. The program will highlight produce operations, beef production, and school food service programs to show how food travels…
Dairy Leadership: Melvin Mederios on the Future of Milk
…content, improved texture, and better flavor. Whole Milk, Nutrition, and the Next Generation One policy development the industry is celebrating is the push to bring whole milk back into school…
Axios® 20 SC Fungicide Offers Flexible Disease Control for Almond Growers
…botrytis and hull rot through a supplemental label. Rieser noted that this broad disease spectrum allows growers to manage multiple threats within a single program. Axios 20 SC also introduces…
Cannon Michael Highlights Farming Challenges; USDA’s Luke Lindberg Talks Trade Gains
…these technologies are still developing, Michael believes innovation will be critical for the long-term success of California agriculture. The program also featured an interview with USDA Undersecretary for Trade and…
