What Americans eat is changing, but consumer food trends affect much more than what ends up in the grocery cart. Changes in nutrition policy, affordability, convenience, health trends, and consumer perceptions can…
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New Orleans, New Ideas &15 Years of Women in Agribusiness
Women are becoming increasingly visible across agriculture, from the farm and the boardroom to policy, technology and global agribusiness. In this episode of North American Ag Spotlight, host Chrissy Wozniak welcomes back…
New Resource Helps Farming and Ranching Families Transition to Next Generation
NCBA launches a free succession planning learning module to help farming and ranching families navigate tough transition conversations and secure their legacy for the next generation.
Reservoir Farms Expands to Yuma, Arizona, for Year-Round AgTech Testing in Desert Specialty Crops
Reservoir Farms is expanding beyond California with a new AgTech testing pilot in Yuma, Arizona, opening Oct. 1, 2026. In partnership with the University of Arizona’s YCEDA, Western Growers and John Deere, the site offers 500 acres for startups to run year-round trials in desert specialty crops.
Protecting Agriculture Starts with You
On this episode of North American Ag Spotlight, Chrissy Wozniak welcomes back Mindy Patterson, President and Co-Founder of The Cavalry Group, for an in-depth discussion on protecting agriculture through legislative advocacy, grassroots…
USDA Farm to School Grants Hit Record $20 Million
USDA awarded nearly $20 million in farm to school grants to 68 projects, marking the largest single-year investment in the program’s history and connecting kids to local food.
CattleCon 2027 Offers Engaging Opportunities
CattleCon 2027 returns to Nashville Feb. 2-4, and applications are open now for the National Anthem Contest, Beef’s Got Talent, internships and scholarships. The deadline is Oct. 15.
GROWMARK Announces 2026 Scholarship Winners
GROWMARK Foundation has awarded $2,000 scholarships to 55 students across the U.S. and Ontario, supporting the next generation pursuing careers in agriculture and business.
Keynote Speaker to Bring Humanity to AI at Ag Media Summit 2026
Author Aaron Putze will headline Ag Media Summit 2026 in St. Louis July 19-21, reminding ag communicators that in an age of AI, leading with heart and humanity remains a true superpower.
Responsible Crop Protection & the BeSure! Campaign
Season 6 Episode 219 As planting and growing season continues across the country, stewardship remains one of the most important responsibilities for growers and applicators. In this episode of North American Ag Spotlight,…