…freight and transportation. He recalled earlier conversations with truckers and rail experts who described chaos in the system—unsafe drivers, lost permits, and mismanagement at every level. “We were giving away…
Ohio River: A Lifeline of American Agriculture
Introduction The Ohio River has played a crucial role in shaping American agriculture and commerce. Stretching nearly a thousand miles, this historic waterway has been central to trade, transportation, and…
Illinois River History: Gateway to Agriculture and Trade
…Grafton, Illinois. Illinois River History: Gateway to Agriculture and Trade Importance to Native Americans and Early Trade Before modern infrastructure, waterways were the lifeblood of transportation and trade. For Native…
California Farmers Face Policy, Energy, and Innovation Challenges
…to transportation. While recent limited oil permits were approved, Kerr believes federal pressure likely influenced that decision, underscoring how state and federal priorities are colliding. Freight, Energy, and the Push…
Ted Torosian Builds Custom Produce into Ag Success Story
…customers supplied year-round.” Navigating Tariffs, Water, and Transportation Challenges Agriculture is never without challenges, but Torosian has built a resilient operation. Tariffs: While some tariffs on Mexican produce temporarily affected…
California Trucking Rules Under Fire: EPA Pushback
California’s agricultural and transportation sectors are once again in the spotlight as state and federal policies clash, pests resurface, and long-delayed water projects inch forward. On today’s AgNet News Hour,…
Roger Isom on California Farming Challenges in 2025
…Crisis and Global Trade Freight and transportation costs are another major concern. California agriculture relies on trucks to move products from the field to processing plants and then to ports…
Custom Produce’s Growth Story: Ted Torosian
…melons to peppers and grapes — though they leave leafy greens to other regions. Freight and packaging are major parts of the business. By brokering transportation and breaking pallets to…
Gut Health for Baby Calves: Why Prebiotics and Probiotics Matter More Than Ever
…calves can come from many sources: heat or cold, transportation, vaccinations, dehorning, and exposure to pathogens. All of these can activate the immune system, which pulls energy away from growth…
HELP Act Would Aid Livestock Transporters
…introduced by Congressman Jeff Hurd (R-CO). This legislation aims to reinstate critical transportation exemptions for livestock haulers, reducing regulatory burdens that can compromise animal welfare and supply chain efficiency. Reported…
Federal Grant Fuels San Diego Port Upgrades
Major Federal Investment Targets San Diego’s Marine Freight Infrastructure The Port of San Diego has been awarded a $5.55 million federal grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration….
Early Turnpikes Paved the Way for American Agriculture
…early turnpikes laid the foundation for future transportation infrastructure—eventually making it possible for American agriculture to expand westward and reach growing urban markets. These early roads mark a turning point…
How the Erie Canal Transformed Early Agricultural Trade
Early Transportation Challenges in American Agriculture In the early 1700s, fur traders and trappers faced immense difficulties moving goods through New York’s rugged waterways. They relied on birchbark canoes to…
America’s First Turnpike Sparked Rural Expansion in 1794
…this road—made of broken stone and gravel—marked a major turning point in transportation infrastructure. A Road That Opened the West The turnpike was privately built, and although primitive by modern…