Real Agriculture

JANUARY 31, 2025

Coming off some near-month contract highs of $200-+ its no surprise to see futures falling as the week closes out, but cash cattle in the south ticked higher as they caught up to northern prices this past week. (Check out the related story in cattle futures here). The cutout did show signs of weakening in Read More Coming off some near-month contract highs of $200-+ its no surprise to see futures falling as the week closes out, but cash cattle in the south ticked higher as they caught up to nort

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Food Politics

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

A reader, William Haaf, alerted me to this one: California companies required to disclose heavy metal content in baby food As of January 2025, baby food manufacturers selling in California must disclose test results for four heavy metals arsenic, lead, cadmium, and mercury via an on-pack QR code. The law, Assembly Bill 899 (AB 899), was signed by Governor Gavin Newsom in October 2023 and requires monthly testing of baby food for the specified contaminants.

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Food Politics

JANUARY 29, 2025

Its a big worry. From the Cleveland Clinic: Bird flu (avian influenza) Bird flu (avian influenza) is an infection from a type of influenza (flu) virus that usually spreads in birds and other animals. Sometimes, humans can get bird flu from infected animals. Like the versions of flu that people usually get, bird flu can make you severely ill. It has infected and, in the case of dairy herds and poultry flocks, mass culling: Wild birds Domestic Chickens Domestic Turkeys Domestic Ducks Dairy cattle

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NASDA

JANUARY 29, 2025

Press Release ARLINGTON, Va. NASDAs members-led Board of Directors chose five issues to serve as the organizations primary policy focus for 2025. They include the farm bill , food systems , pesticide regulations , PFAS and state cooperative agreement funding. NASDA CEO Ted McKinney remarked on the significance of these issues for 2025. NASDA members have specified these areas as necessary to work on to best support farmers, ranchers and communities nationwide, said McKinney.

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Western FarmPress

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Agronomist Fred Below outlines which factors are most important in soybean production and why including how many bushels each contributes.

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Agricultural Biodiversity

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

The Mystery of Black Rice: Food, Medicinal, and Spiritual Uses of Oryza glaberrima by Maroon Communities in Suriname and French Guiana. There’s a rich oral history of African rice in Maroon communities, but that doesn’t mean either the traditional knowledge or diversity of the crop is safe. The Invisible Tropical Tuber Crop: Edible Aroids (Araceae) Sold as Tajer in the Netherlands.

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Real Agriculture

JANUARY 29, 2025

Planting wheat this spring is a good option for farmers across the U.S. Northern Plains who are looking to manage input costs and want a durable crop that can stand up to weather stress. That advice comes from Limagrain Cereal Seeds team members Zach Thibault, based in Bozeman, Montana, and Troy Gerding from Fargo, North Read More Planting wheat this spring is a good option for farmers across the U.S.

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Western FarmPress

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Beef Outlook: Tight cattle supplies push record prices even higher; lean into risk management and marketing strategies.

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Civil Eats

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Cynthia Flores was a farmer for twenty years, and despite doing intense physical labor every day, she never thought of herself as an athlete. It wasn’t until I got into strength training that there was a shift in my mindset, she said. With a new perspective on farming, Flores began to prioritize self-care and be more mindful of her body. As her interest in fitness grew, she began to compete in Strongman events, where athletes face off in Herculean challenges.

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Real Agriculture

JANUARY 29, 2025

SeedMasters new CEO says the company is focusing on providing solutions for farmers as it pushes forward with a major expansion in a tough market, with looming trade and exchange rate uncertainty. The Saskatchewan-based seeding equipment manufacturer plans to open a $10 million 6,000 square-foot expansion to its manufacturing facility at Emerald Park, Sask., this Read More SeedMasters new CEO says the company is focusing on providing solutions for farmers as it pushes forward with a major expans

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Food Politics

JANUARY 30, 2025

PFAS ( highly fluorinated forever chemicals )are in the news practically every day. PFAS Central, a project of Green Science Policy, tracks this news. I do too to a lesser extent. But I sure noticed this one in the New York Times: Their Fertilizer Poisons Farmland. Now, They Want Protection From Lawsuits. The company, Synagro, sells farmers treated sludge from factories and homes to use as fertilizer.

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Agricultural Biodiversity

JANUARY 30, 2025

A way to get free seeds from the US government? Yeah probably not. And if so, maybe not for long? Ok, let’s try the Korean government then. A way to find endangered plants in the US. And get the government to protect them, of course. A way to ensure national security ? Why, conserving crop diversity of course. Government unavailable for comment.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 31, 2025

My Generation: My son was a match for a young woman in need of lifesaving stem cells. Heres what we learned and what you can do to get on the registry, too.

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The Lunatic Farmer

JANUARY 31, 2025

I just walked in the door from speaking at a homeschool co-op in Bumpass, Virginia and hearing the most unbelievable story that must be shouted from the rooftops. A middle-aged farmer told me his 18-year-old go-getter entrepreneurial son in 2022 wanted to install a slaughterhouse. This family has a serious farming operation and the son spearheads a deer processing facility on their property.

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Real Agriculture

JANUARY 31, 2025

The next decade holds plenty of possibilities for the Canadian canola market, but not all of them are positive. With innovations in the aviation fuel industry and expansion of biofuel refinery capacity, such as Imperial Oil developing a new facility at its Strathcona refinery near Edmonton, Alberta, canola as a biofuel is a game-changer, says Read More The next decade holds plenty of possibilities for the Canadian canola market, but not all of them are positive.

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Global Agtech Initiative

JANUARY 31, 2025

Learn how Murata Manufacturing has been supplying TERRACE MILE with soil sensors to measure soil and water quality continuously. The post Co-creation with the IoT and Agriculture: Solving Agricultural Issues with Soil Sensors appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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AgriLife Today

JANUARY 30, 2025

Texas A&M AgriLife coursework teaches vineyard and winemaking expertise to professionals and enthusiasts alike The post New wine science and viticulture certificate program now available online appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 30, 2025

Master Farmers: The fourth-generation Elsie-area farmer is grounded in family.

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The Lunatic Farmer

JANUARY 29, 2025

This weekend I had a fantastic long conversation with a surgeon who is working with several clinics to secure land and create a comprehensive wellness-oriented medical facility in Virginia. Can't tell you more than that. The reason I'm in the mix is they want to offer a clean food dispensary (this is medical, so you can't call it a grocery store) on site so patients can find and acquire real food as part of a doctor's visit.

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Real Agriculture

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Grandmothers garden is often the first place that children learn about the benefit of having worms in the soil. They learn from an early age that you dont throw worms away, you put them back into the ground where you found them, says Mike Launer of Annelida Soil Solutions. Annelida has created a business out Read More Grandmothers garden is often the first place that children learn about the benefit of having worms in the soil.

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Berkeley Blog

JANUARY 31, 2025

Grasshoppers that overwinter as juveniles have a head start on those that emerge in the spring. The post Life cycles of some insects adapt well to a changing climate. Others, not so much. appeared first on Berkeley News.

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AgriLife Today

JANUARY 30, 2025

Texas expert recognized for leadership and impact in cotton production as students earn top honors The post McKnight honored as Beltwide Cotton Specialist of the Year appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 29, 2025

Master Farmers: Jim and Laurie Isley advocate for agriculture and conservation.

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Global Agtech Initiative

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

AI-driven loyalty program helps retailers and manufacturers enjoy greater visibility into farmer purchasing preferences. The post GROWERS Enhances Agriculture Loyalty Program Through Use of AI appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Real Agriculture

JANUARY 29, 2025

An Albertan and an Ontarian fly to The Rock no, its not the start of a hilarious joke, its what really happened this week as RealAgs Shaun Haney and Peter Wheat Pete Johnson both were invited to present to the Newfoundland Federation of Agriculture. Much fun was had (you can check out Wednesdays RealAg Radio Read More An Albertan and an Ontarian fly to The Rock no, its not the start of a hilarious joke, its what really happened this week as RealAgs Shaun Haney and Peter Wheat Pete Johnson both w

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The Farmers Daughter USA

JANUARY 29, 2025

I had the honor to speak with Connell McShane on News Nation today about RFK, Jr.’s confirmation hearing and the threat he poses to our farm families. You can read my AGDAILY article about this nomination here. The post News Nation Interview: RFK, Jr. is Dangerous appeared first on The Farmer's Daughter USA.

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AgriLife Today

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences student brings comfort through flowers to grieving Aggie families The post Flowers for our Aggie family appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 29, 2025

Legal Matters: The CTA has been a roller coaster ride for the past year. Here is where things stand today and what it means for farmers.

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Agric4profits

JANUARY 29, 2025

Coconut production is a key agricultural activity in tropical regions, offering multiple benefits to farmers and industries. The cultivation of coconut palms provides essential resources such as food, oil, and raw materials. While the production process demands significant inputs, the economic returns make it a worthwhile investment for farmers.

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Real Agriculture

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Two years after handing off distribution of its conventional soybean seed portfolio, Syngenta Seeds is making a similar move with its traited NK brand soybeans across Canada. Starting with the 2026 crop season, NK traited soybeans will be distributed by Pitura Seeds in Western Canada and Jackson Seed Service in Eastern Canada. The strategic relationships Read More Two years after handing off distribution of its conventional soybean seed portfolio, Syngenta Seeds is making a similar move with its

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American Farmland

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

The post AFT and Sol Systems Partner to Advance Agrivoltaics in the Midwest with Kernza Perennial Grain appeared first on American Farmland Trust.

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AgriLife Today

JANUARY 31, 2025

Americans expected to consume 1.47 billion wings The post Wing prices take flight ahead of Super Bowl LIX appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 31, 2025

The use of unmanned aerial vehicles is gaining ground, but with adoption comes a learning curve and mandated training and licensing.

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Agric4profits

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

This article provides basic knowledge of ruminant animals and the significant role they play in the Nigerian livestock sector. Common terminologies used to describe cattle, sheep, and goats will be defined to give a clearer understanding of the content.

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Real Agriculture

JANUARY 31, 2025

The Prince Edward Island Federation of Agriculture (PEIFA) has released a report that sets out a vision for agriculture in the province for the next 10 to 15 years. Entitled, Building Resilience for PEI Agriculture: Adaptation Plan 2025-2030, the report is part of the PEIFAs Pathway to 2040 series, a grass roots-driven strategy the federation Read More The Prince Edward Island Federation of Agriculture (PEIFA) has released a report that sets out a vision for agriculture in the province for the n

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Agwired

JANUARY 30, 2025

It’s time for the 2025 CattleCon. To get a preview of this year’s event I spoke with Kristin Torres, Executive Director of Meetings and Event, NCBA. She covers all the activities and if you’re interested you can also just link to the schedule here. CattleCon is where the beef industry meets! Were headed to San Antonio February 4-6, 2025!

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AgriLife Today

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Texas A&M Natural Resources Institute publication illustrates 25 years of population, land-use, land value changes The post New Land Trends Report highlights status of and shifts in Texas agricultural lands appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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