…for sustaining agriculture in colonial America. Oxen Farming: Productivity vs. Soil Health The use of oxen for plowing allowed colonists to farm more land efficiently. While this innovation increased productivity,…
The Cooper Barn: A Kansas Landmark of American Agricultural History
…inside. A Home for Registered Hereford Cattle Historically, the Cooper Barn is said to have housed registered Hereford cattle, a breed prized for its productivity and quality. The barn was…
Corn Shelling Bees: How Community and Early Technology Shaped American Agriculture
…shell corn more efficiently. While the primary goal was productivity, shelling bees also fostered cooperation, social interaction, and shared responsibility—turning hard work into a meaningful community tradition. The Introduction of…
How the Great Depression Transformed American Farmland
…unlike before, this push for production came with a new understanding: conservation and productivity could coexist. This balance between feeding the nation and protecting the land became a defining characteristic…
Corn Shelling Bees: How Early Americans Processed Corn by Hand
…used in a variety of practical ways. Farmers relied on corn as fuel for heating, fertilizer for improving soil productivity, feed for cattle, and bedding for livestock. Every part of…
Faith, Farming, and the Future: Dan Janzen at the Organic Growers Summit
…productivity, noting that fast-growing crops like corn rapidly deplete CO₂ at ground level when actively photosynthesizing. He emphasized that farmers already use CO₂ enrichment in greenhouses to boost growth. Dan…
California Agriculture News: Labor, Automation, and Policy Updates – AgNet News Hour
…being a leader in ag tech. These restrictions limit productivity and innovation, even when autonomous equipment could operate safely in scenarios like mowing orchard rows or applying pesticides. Labor and…
America’s Biggest Farm Boom: 1860–1910
…billion. This increase reflects growing productivity, improved market access through railroads, and the rising importance of agriculture to America’s developing industrial economy. The Legacy of America’s Most Dramatic Agricultural Expansion…
Fourth-Generation Farming in the South Valley: An Interview with Jason Giannelli
…the board of the California Ag Tech Alliance, working to integrate technology into modern farming. From autonomous sprayers to advanced sensors, innovation is key to sustaining productivity amid labor shortages…
Early 19th Century Farming Shaped America’s Economy
…the land, increasing both productivity and value. Sell the land for more than they paid. Move further west and repeat the process on new acreage. This cycle allowed families to…
Solinftec’s Taylor Wetli Talks Solar Robotics and the Future of Smart Farming
…can be high-tech and high-impact.” Wetli closed by encouraging California farmers to learn more. “Our goal is to help growers cut costs, improve productivity, and make smarter, data-driven decisions,” he…
How Railroads Transformed American Agriculture in the 1860s
…new age of productivity and expansion. Legacy of the Railroad Era The mid-19th century partnership between railroads and agriculture laid the groundwork for America’s rise as a global agricultural powerhouse….
Kings County Farm Bureau Takes on State Water Board Over Groundwater Rights
…more efficient: More milk is produced on fewer acres Better technology boosts productivity The sector continues to meet global demand with a smaller footprint And, again, California’s dairy products meet…
Don Wagner on Restoring Integrity, Water, and Common Sense to California
…of productivity, fairness, and opportunity. “I do believe this state can be golden again,” he added. A Message to California’s Agricultural Community Before signing off, Wagner thanked the Ag Meter…