popcorn

Popcorn Through the Ages: From Ancient Origins to American Staple

DanAmerican Agriculture History Minute, Corn, Field & Row Crops, This Land of Ours

…hard economic times. For many struggling farmers, popcorn also became a lifeline. As traditional crops lost profitability, some agricultural families shifted to growing popcorn as a way to survive financially….

California Ag Secretary

California Ag Secretary Karen Ross Discusses Future of Farming, Water, and Regulation Challenges

DanAgNet News Hour, Agri-Business, Biofuels/Energy, Drought, Economy, Environment, Infrastructure, Interview, Labor and Immigration, Legislative, Podcasts, Regulation, Special Reports, Technology, Trade, Water

…include profitability, not just environmental goals. “You cannot have climate resiliency or environmental resiliency if you don’t have economic resiliency,” she said. Looking ahead, Ross said the future of California…

aqua4d

Smart Water, Stronger Farms: Aqua4D’s Impact on Agriculture

DanAgri-Business, Conservation, Economy, Environment, Fertilizer, Infrastructure, Interview, Irrigation, Special Reports, Technology, Water

…before it impacts yield. These advancements reduce labor demands while increasing precision and profitability. As Nunes put it, the goal is clear: help farmers spend less time reacting to problems…

soil secrets

Soil Secrets Growers Can’t Afford to Ignore: Why This Ag Meter Interview Matters

DanAgri-Business, Conservation, Environment, Fertilizer, Interview, Soil, Special Reports, Water

Russell Taylor As spring transitions into the heat of the growing season, every decision a grower makes right now can impact yield, quality, and profitability months down the line. That’s…

Mike Johanns

Inside Agriculture’s Turning Point: Mike Johanns on Policy, Profitability, and the Future

DanAgri-Business, Biofuels/Energy, Conservation, Economy, Education, Environment, Exports/Imports, Farm Bill, Infrastructure, Interview, Irrigation, Labor and Immigration, Legislative, Special Reports, Tariffs, Trade, Water

…generation on the farm, the answer was simple: profitability. That message drives much of Johanns’ work today. Farmers don’t lack passion—they need sustainable margins to continue. Without profitability, even the…

fire ant control

Fire Ant Control and Farm Policy Take Center Stage; Mike Johanns Shares Insight for Growers

DanAgNet News Hour, Agri-Business, Almonds, Conservation, Economy, Education, Energy, Environment, Exports/Imports, Exports/Imports, Interview, Legislative, Pest Update, Podcasts, Regulation, Research, Special Reports, Technology, Trade

profitability, innovation, and strong policy support in ensuring the future of farming, particularly in highly regulated states like California. One key topic was the role of research and development tax…

california

California Freight in Crisis: Wildwood Express on the Pressures Facing Trucking and Agriculture

DanAgri-Business, Commodities, Economy, Exports/Imports, Interview, Regulation, Special Reports, Tariffs, Trade

…Rebuilding engines alone can cost $30,000–$40,000. Woods emphasizes that downtime from service delays can seriously impact profitability and operational efficiency, particularly during critical harvest windows. Even routine upgrades, like sensors…

Carbon Robotics

From Backyard Prototype to Global Ag Tech: Carbon Robotics’ LaserWeeder Revolution

DanAgri-Business, Field & Row Crops, Interview, Special Reports, Technology

…world-class AI robotics with personalized support, Carbon Robotics ensures growers can maximize both productivity and profitability. Advocacy for California Farmers Beyond technology, Mikesell advocates for policies that support autonomous farming….

California

Rick Roberti Calls on Californians to Get Involved as Cattle Industry Faces a Crossroads

DanAgNet News Hour, Agri-Business, Cattle, Conservation, Environment, Interview, Legislative, Podcasts, Regulation, Special Reports

…record-high cattle prices driven by strong consumer demand, Roberti warned that profitability is still fragile. Rising costs, regulatory pressure, predator losses, and uncertainty around water and land access continue to…