Benjamin Franklin Laid the Foundation for the U.S. Postal Service Communication has always played a vital role in the growth of American agriculture, commerce, and government. Long before modern technology ...

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Congress has returned to Washington, and Farm Bill negotiations are once again taking center stage as Senate leaders work to advance long-awaited legislation. A recent report highlighted the renewed push to move the ...

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The Whole Vine Festival is returning for its fourth year, bringing families, growers and community members together to celebrate one of California’s most important agricultural commodities. A recent report featured on AgNet News ...

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Natalie Collins Discusses Advocacy, Wine Labeling, Innovation, and the Future of California’s Wine Industry with “The Ag Meter” Nick Papagni California’s wine industry has long been one of the state’s ...

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The Origins of the U.S. Postal System and Its Importance to Early American Communities Communication has always played a vital role in the growth and development of American agriculture and ...

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California’s almond industry is entering the 2026 harvest season with renewed optimism, thanks to strong export demand, stable pricing, and what appears to be another high-quality crop. During a wide-ranging ...

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The Erie Canal Changed Transportation and Expanded Agricultural Trade For centuries, New York’s rivers and waterways served as important transportation routes for explorers, fur traders, and early settlers. However, these ...

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The latest Monterey County crop report highlights another strong year for one of California’s leading agricultural regions, even as disease pressure, insect pests and rising production costs challenged growers. A recent report reviewed ...

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New research is providing additional insight into how California gray wolves are affecting livestock operations across the state. A recent report highlighted two University of California studies showing that gray wolves are relying ...

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Fifth-generation California rancher and former National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) President Kevin Kester joined “The Ag Meter“ Nick Papagni for a wide-ranging conversation covering the biggest issues facing the U.S. ...

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