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Syngenta: Ag Policy And Regulatory Oversight Are A Critical Need For Agriculture

Dan Agri View, Economy, Research, Seeds

Syngenta Highlights Key Agricultural Policy Issues Shaping U.S. Farming Strong agricultural policy and effective regulatory oversight remain critical to the success of U.S. agricultural production. Earlier this year, we caught up with Val Dolcini, Head of Public Affairs North America with Syngenta, to discuss the federal ag policy issues the company is closely monitoring and why they matter for farmers. …

soil stewardship

Colonial Farming and Soil Stewardship: Lessons from Early America

Dan Agri View, American Agriculture History Minute, This Land of Ours

In the early days of American colonization, settlers faced steep learning curves when it came to managing the land. Soil stewardship was not yet a science, and many early practices unintentionally harmed the environment. How Livestock Practices Contributed to Land Degradation Colonial farmers frequently cleared forests to make room for crops and grazing. Livestock such as cattle roamed freely, trampling …

Barns

America’s Largest Barns: Icons of Agriculture

Dan Agri View, American Agriculture History Minute, This Land of Ours

Barns have long been a symbol of America’s agricultural heritage. They vary widely in size, shape, and purpose, yet many still stand as enduring reminders of the nation’s farming past. From working barns that once stored crops and housed livestock to architectural marvels built for display, barns tell the story of American agriculture in both function and form. The Cooper …

Louisiana Purchase

The Louisiana Purchase: How $15 Million Reshaped American Agriculture

Dan Agri View, American Agriculture History Minute, This Land of Ours

A Landmark in American Expansion In 1803, the United States completed one of the most important land acquisitions in history: the Louisiana Purchase. For just $15 million, approximately $18 per square mile, the U.S. acquired a vast territory from France. This purchase would not only expand the nation geographically but also profoundly impact the future of American agriculture. Over 530 …

commentary

Everett Griner: “Agri-View” Radio Commentary Host, & “Granddaddy of Southeast AgNet” Passes at age 93

Dan Agri View, General, Georgia, Industry

Southeast AgNet / AgNet Media is saddened to hear of the loss of long-time farm broadcaster and Agri-View commentary host Everett Griner, who died this morning (03.11.2020) in Moultrie, GA. Everett was truly one of a kind and entertained his radio audience like few others could, while sharing news and commentary for and about agricultural producers of the region.  Here’s …

commentary

“Agri-View” Host Everett Griner Retirement Update

Dan Agri View

by Gary Cooper We announced before the end of 2018 that our well-known Southeast AgNet commentary host of “Agri-View” Everett Griner, now 92, would be retiring. We appreciate the well wishes we received for Everett since that announcement. He is resting well in his home in Moultrie, GA. We were also pleased to hear that Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB) picked …

Agri View: BFTP-What Do You Do with an Old Worn Out Tractor?

Dan Agri View

Some are still running, being used. Some are just sitting rusting away. Some are being stored and preserved. Everett Griner looks at the age old question…what do you do with an old worn out tractor in today’s Agri View. BFTP-What Do You Do With an Old Worn Out Tractor Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, …

Agri View: BFTP-Farm Life Ain’t What it Used to Be

Dan Agri View

It is becoming more and more desirable to retire back to the farm. Everett Griner talks about how farm life ain’t what it used to be twenty years ago in today’s Agri View. BFTP-Farm Life Ain’t What it Used to Be Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to …

Agri View: BFTP-We Have the Right Soil, and Climate to Grow Anything

Dan Agri View, Environment, Soil

Everett Griner talks about the United States having the right soil, and climate, to grow anything in today’s Agri View. Everett ponders the question…why we don’t grow certain crops here? BFTP-We Have the Right Soil, and Climate Somewhere, to Grow Anything Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to …