…soil and water quality using NRCS tools like EQIP and CSP. Learn how partnerships with corporations, technical service providers, and urban communities are scaling regenerative practices to improve crop yields,…
How the Great Depression Transformed American Farmland
…planting to stabilize the soil and prevent erosion. The message was clear: healthy soil is the foundation of a healthy nation. The War Effort and Renewed Production When the U.S….
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…
Alexandra Duarte Talks Water, Agriculture, and Rural California in State Senate District 4 Race
…greenspace, and negative impacts on children’s health. She emphasized that California has the soil, climate, watershed, and workforce to remain an agricultural powerhouse if policies align with reality on the…
California Agriculture & High-Speed Rail: Elaine Culotti on AgNet News Hour
…modern farming equipment. Improve post-harvest soil health using humates to conserve water and nutrients. Protect crops with fungicides like Marivon to ensure resilience against frost and disease. Address labor shortages…
Todd Burkdoll of Valent USA on Coverage, Technology, and the Future of California Agriculture
…slow applications. Slower passes consistently show more blue—meaning better coverage. Practical Speed Guidelines for Better Coverage Based on his experience, Burkdoll shared general speed recommendations: High-density citrus canopies: 1–1.5 mph…
The Westward Expansion of American Agriculture: Wheat, Corn, and the Rise of Dairy Farming
…choice. Hardy, reliable, and adaptable to new soil conditions, wheat helped establish what became known as the wheat frontier. This agricultural wave steadily pushed westward, eventually covering vast areas of…
AgroLiquid’s Abe Isaak on Citrus Nutrition, Frost Protection, and Boosting Brix Levels in California Citrus
…Growers can piggyback AgroLiquid products with existing fungicide or pesticide sprays, whether applied foliarly or through the soil. “Soil applications are excellent for long-term benefits,” Isaak noted, “but anytime you’re…
How Early Agriculture Shaped Ohio: Insights from Mark Oppold
…Pumpkins Their farming methods and crop selections were well-suited to Ohio’s climate and soil conditions, forming a strong agricultural foundation that settlers would later build upon. European Influence and the…
John Deere on Organic Farming, Automation & the Future of Agriculture
…this expansion. Christensen noted, “We saw some growth in the industry. Our technology can help farmers be more precise, regardless of production type.” Soil management remains critical. John Deere has…
California Agriculture: Water, Crop Markets & 2025 Outlook
…explained how growers are improving water use through advanced monitoring, satellite data, and soil-health strategies. He highlighted SGMA-driven land changes and stressed that California farming is not declining — it’s…
Rethinking Wine’s Future: Tim Hanni on Consumers, Taste & Growth
…of sweet wine drinkers. He argues that sweet wine preference is often genetic, tied to a higher density of taste receptors. Historically, sweet wines were widely loved in France, Spain,…
The Future of California Agriculture: Water, Utilities, and Advocacy Insights from Roger Isom
…High costs and regulatory burdens are causing migration. Farmers are selling land and relocating to states like Texas and Idaho, while California loses skilled workers. “California has the climate, soil,…
AgNet News Hour: Midweek Agriculture Insights & Industry Headlines
…Heat-tolerant avocado trees from Duarte Nurseries could expand production deeper into the Central Valley. Organic growers continue advancing automation, soil health, and certification practices. Researchers are working on self-fertilizing wheat,…