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California gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton is promising a new direction for agriculture, water policy and the state’s economy. In an interview with “The Ag Meter” host Nick Papagni, Hilton discussed ...

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U.S. Representative Tom McClintock joined Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter”, for a wide-ranging discussion about California agriculture, water shortages, wildfire prevention, energy costs, and the future of federal farm policy. ...

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European immigrants brought distinct farming traditions to early America, influencing everything from plowing methods and livestock management to family farm ownership. German, Scottish, and Irish settlers helped shape the agricultural ...

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Radio became an important communication tool for American agriculture in the early 20th century, helping farmers and rural communities gain access to weather reports, grain prices and market information. In ...

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New Mexico has reported two additional cases of New World screwworm, involving a horse and a calf in Grant County, bringing the state’s total to four since the flesh-eating pest ...

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The proposed $8 billion in federal farm relief could provide support for producers facing high diesel fuel costs during harvest, but questions remain about how the assistance will be distributed. ...

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A new California facility will produce almond shell biochar through a $9 million project in Delano, creating a potential new market for agricultural byproducts while supporting soil health and carbon storage. Treehouse ...

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The Push West Beyond the Appalachian Mountains Westward expansion played a significant role in shaping the history of the United States, opening new territories to settlement and laying the groundwork ...

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California growers are being encouraged to focus on post-harvest nutrition, soil health, and early-season nutrient monitoring as they prepare orchards for the upcoming spring. With uncertain El Niño weather patterns ...

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California agriculture depends on healthy soil, effective nutrient management and responsible water use. For Allie Cushnyr, senior agronomist for Holloway, helping growers improve soil health is about more than producing ...

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