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Saskatchewans provincial agriculture minister is criticizing his federal counterparts announcement of changes to the AgriStability business risk management program on the eve of the federal election campaign. Daryl Harrison tells RealAgriculture the federal government made the announcement despite knowing they cannot unilaterally implement these changes, and that no changes can be made until after the Read More Saskatchewans provincial agriculture minister is criticizing his federal counterparts
Letter RE: Petition Seeking Rulemaking to Modify False or Misleading Statements subsection of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) (EPA-HQ-OPP-2024-0562) Dear Director Messina, As organizations representing farmers, ranchers, retailers, co-ops, academics, manufacturers, and other pesticide users, we write to offer our strong support for the state attorneys general (AG) petition seeking rulemaking to modify the false or misleading statements subsection of the code of federal regulations (CFR) (E
The genomic origin of early maize in eastern North America. There were at least 2 eastern dispersals of ancient maize from the US Southwest. Archaeological findings show the extent of primitive characteristics of maize in South America. At about the same time, semi-domesticated maize also reached deep into South America. Maize monoculture supported pre-Columbian urbanism in southwestern Amazonia.
When farmer Kamal Bell first established a beekeeping operation at Sankofa Farms in North Carolina, his son Akeem was four years old and scared of bees. But with his fathers coachingand the help of a protective beekeeping suitAkeem now loves tending the hives and is now central to the farms beekeeping effort. I enjoyed it so much I wanted to keep doing it every day, the now 8-year-old remembers. “We need to be able to do things on our own, where we won’t have to be as reliant on this
Even from afar, it’s easy to spot Florence Malemba. She’s wearing a white lab coat labelled “Plant Doctor”, and a banner hangs behind where she’s organizing her equipment, ready to assist her farmer-patients of the day. Florence is setting up her plant clinic in Njoro, an agricultural town southwest of Nakuru City, Kenya.
The Manitoba government is welcoming and on board with changes to the AgriStability program announced by the new federal agriculture minister on the eve of the federal election campaign. On Saturday, Kody Blois announced an increase to the AgriStability compensation rate from 80 to 90 per cent, as well as a doubling of the payment Read More The Manitoba government is welcoming and on board with changes to the AgriStability program announced by the new federal agriculture minister on the eve of t
News Article David Headley, a NASDA field supervisor from Illinois, recently attended the 2025 NASDA Winter Policy Conference in Washington, D.C. He met with NASDA members and stakeholders, joined regional meetings, and attended discussions on key agricultural issues. One highlight was the NASDA-NASS Partnership Session, where NASS Administrator Joe Parsons and Census and Survey Division Director Dr.
The United Nations has issued a digital Food Systems Thinking Guide for UN Resident Coordinators and UN Country Teams with tools and information for working collectively towards food system transformation. It is intended as a working draft. It provides an easy mechanism for immediate feedback. You have to do a lot of scrolling. When you do, you will get to key questions: What is a food systems approach and why does it matter?
The United Nations has issued a digital Food Systems Thinking Guide for UN Resident Coordinators and UN Country Teams with tools and information for working collectively towards food system transformation. It is intended as a working draft. It provides an easy mechanism for immediate feedback. You have to do a lot of scrolling. When you do, you will get to key questions: What is a food systems approach and why does it matter?
The impact of the farm labor shortage on U.S. agriculture and farm financing. Paid farm labor accounts for 41 percent of all farm workers in the U.S. , with the remaining percentage comprised of principal operators and their families. These hired and contract farm workers perform essential daily tasks needed to keep a successful farm running, such as caring for livestock, working in the fields, and maintaining farm machinery.
In all agricultural production systems, the multitude of cultural operations which enhance optimum crop yields also impact the farm environment in particular, and the macro-ecosystems in general. For instance, in subsistence agriculture, farmers adopt uncontrolled burning to get rid of excess, aggressive vegetation before sowing their crops.
Mother Nature is taking her sweet time in bringing in spring, but slowly but surely we are marching towards putting crop in the ground. For this weeks episode of Wheat Petes Word, host Peter Johnson rifles through several agronomy answers, including: what to do with cover crops that didnt die, why sulphur matters and why Read More Mother Nature is taking her sweet time in bringing in spring, but slowly but surely we are marching towards putting crop in the ground.
The Maryland Food Center Authority (MFCA) is seeking an Executive Director to oversee its operations, including wholesale produce and seafood markets. This leadership role involves strategic planning, financial oversight, lease management, and collaboration with public and private stakeholders to support Marylands agriculture and seafood industries.
The Study: Prunes May Blunt Adverse Effects of Oral Contraceptives on Bone Health in Young Adult Women: A Randomized Clinical Trial. DeMasi, Taylor et al.Current Developments in Nutrition, Volume 8, Issue 9, 104417. The rationale: Oral contraceptives (OCs) may promote bone loss. Prunes may prevent that. Objective: Will consuming 50 g of prunes daily prevent bone loss or increase bone accrual in OC users.
Bovine Leukemia Virus (BLV) could be lurking in your herd right nowand you wouldn’t even know it. This silent disease is already costing the cattle industry millions, especially in dairy herds. While it often flies under the radar, BLV can have a profound financial impact, leading to lost production, higher vet bills, and the need […] The post Bovine Leukemia Virus: the surging threat costing you money appeared first on West Texas Livestock Growers.
The concept of biodiversity, particularly its definitions and benefits to humans and natural endowments, has already been introduced. Emphasis has also been placed on the effective management of bio-resources using various strategies. This article will further stress the approaches adopted to control and manage biodiversity.
With the Canadian Grocery Sector Code of Conduct complete, attention now turns to the implementation and education around what the code will and wont provide for industry players. The code was finalized last year and will come into force in June 2025. That means there needs to be a body that overseas the code and Read More With the Canadian Grocery Sector Code of Conduct complete, attention now turns to the implementation and education around what the code will and wont provide for industry play
When it comes to boosting profit in the refined fuel industry, data inefficiency can be your worst enemy. With an increasing number of industries worldwide, all relying on relevant, up-to-date results, knowledge is critical. An inability to process the data gathered is frustrating and potentially expensive. In some cases, having too much data can be as bad as not having enough.
Heres a short collection of recent items on the plant-based food market. Plant-based watch: Whats the latest on plant-based in food and beverages :The plant-based industry has faced some serious difficulties in recent years. So, whats next for animal-free foods and beverages. We bring you the latest Read mor Plant-based products Is duckweed the next miracle plant protein?
A recent report, Climate technologies for agrifood systems transformation , highlights the urgent need for innovative climate solutions to tackle food insecurity and the escalating impacts of climate change on global agrifood systems. The joint report from the U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) explores the critical role of climate technologies in transforming global agrifood systems to enhance resilience, reduce emissions, a
Retailing involves activities related to the selling of goods to ultimate consumers for personal or household consumption. It refers to the sale of merchandise from a single point of purchase directly to a customer who intends to use the product. In the current scenario, retail margins are very low.
Thanks for tuning in to this Agronomic Monday edition of RealAg Radio! Lyndsey Smith is joined by: Kelvin Heppner to discuss the election announcement news; Scott Shearer with Ohio State University on tire technology; Jewel Smar & Howard Bekkering with the Canadian Cattle Identification Agency on livestock traceability and identification; and, Hear spotlight interview with Read More Thanks for tuning in to this Agronomic Monday edition of RealAg Radio!
full_link When you think of picking ripe vine tomatoes from the vine, long, hot summer days may come to mind. But what if you could grow tomatoes year-round? One gardener has figured out how to push the boundaries of tomato growing and harvest fresh fruits throughout the year. Jacques doesnt use a heated greenhouse or even a high tunnel…but he does live in San Diego.
Photo credit: Lindsey Scalera. Crop insurance is the cornerstone of the farm safety net, insuring farms for losses from unpredictable weather, market fluctuations, and other risks. Consequently, the federal crop insurance program (FCIP) is the costliest part of agriculture production spending , as taxpayers subsidize the program to the tune of billions of dollars each year.
The Africa Network of Agricultural Policy Research Institutes (ANAPRI) is working to transform the African continents agriculture sector through capacity building, research development, and the fostering of collaboration. ANAPRI was born out of the need to share knowledge, share data, and also to be able to learn lessons from the different institutions that are involved in policy research in Africa, Antony Chapoto, ANAPRIs Executive Director, tells Food Tank.
Nigeria is primarily an agrarian nation. The agricultural history of Nigeria has evolved alongside its political history in three phases: pre-colonial, colonial, and post-colonial periods. Despite the influence of political changes, agriculture has undergone dramatic transformations, especially during the colonial era.
Thanks for tuning in to this Friday edition of RealAg Radio! Shaun Haney is joined by Kelvin Heppner and Lyndsey Smith, both of RealAgriculture, and Meagan Murdoch with Hill & Knowlton for the RealAg Issues Panel. They discuss a number of topics including: A possible Federal election being called on March 23; New Agriculture Minster Read More Thanks for tuning in to this Friday edition of RealAg Radio!
GEA has introduced its new patented technology the GEA Direct Sprayer DS 25 for industrial tank cleaning in the food and beverage industry The patented spray technology effectively removes residues from the undersides of agitators, pipes, and flow breakers. It has been developed for use in the beverage, food, dairy, pharmaceutical, and home and personal care industries, and is particularly advantageous in production environments with frequent recipe changes, strict hygiene standards, and deman
Theres something about this time of year that just puts people in a charitable mood. It could be the holidays, it could be the general spirit of the season, but for whatever reason, 30% of all annual giving happens in December and 50% of nonprofits receive the majority of their annual donations in the last quarter of the year, which includes the holidays.
Colorado recently approved PropositionJJ, allowing the state to retain additional sports betting tax revenue beyond the US$29 million annual cap established in 2019. This decision directs increased funding to water-related projects through the Colorado Water Plan Grant Program, reinforcing efforts to combat water scarcity and bolster sustainability.
In the last article, it was explained that agribusiness encompasses a wide range of business activities related to agriculture, spanning across three sectors and offering numerous business opportunities. For any business to be successful, there is a need for efficient and effective management.
Population, seed singulation, avoiding those skips and doubles, and getting the seed in the ground in the proper planting window are all key to optimizing corn yield, but if the planter is not properly tuned for uniform emergence, corn yield can take a big hit. On this episode of the RealAgriculture Corn School, Huron Tractor Read More Population, seed singulation, avoiding those skips and doubles, and getting the seed in the ground in the proper planting window are all key to optimizing corn yi
While many people think of rural landscapes as agricultural hubs , more and more people are realizing the benefits of growing food, flowers, and fiber in urban spaces. Urban cores and peri-urban spaces are closer to large population centers and bustling markets, lessening the need to produce your product in one place, then drive it elsewhere to market.
Looking to make a positive impact in your community? Consider focusing on addressing food insecurity. With food insecurity affecting every single ZIP code in the United States, chances are you or someone you know has faced hunger in their lifetime. Its a close to home issue that needs your attention. No effort is too small to make an impact. At Philabundance, we rely on the generosity of individuals like you to further our mission to relieve hunger throughout our nine-county service area.
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Biological inputs are becoming more mainstream among producers as they work to find solutions to abiotic stresses and to maximize yields. When talking with growers, Andrew Geerligs, national sales manager, plant health for FMC, says that there is a lot more talk around the solutions that biologicals can provide than what he experienced as a Read More Biological inputs are becoming more mainstream among producers as they work to find solutions to abiotic stresses and to maximize yields.
Feed costs are the single most significant expense for any cattle producer, often making up as much as half of the total annual costs. These expenses can fluctuate dramatically depending on the season and forage conditions. In drought situations, feed costs can even climb to 70% of the total yearly expenditure, posing a real challenge […] The post Actually save money with cattle feed without sacrificing growth appeared first on West Texas Livestock Growers.
Did you know that almost 40 percent of all food in the United States goes to waste ? Food that is safe to eat, nutritious, and available goes in our collective trash cans. We throw away 133 billion pounds of food each year. Its a staggering statistic, especially when you consider that some of our neighbors are food insecure. Ive served on the board of directors for an Indiana-based nonprofit called Cultivate Food Rescue for the past three years.
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