Agricultural Biodiversity

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

” The role of crop diversity in escape agriculture; rice cultivation among Maroon communities in Suriname. In some fields, a small patch was reserved for a rice type with very dark grains, used mostly for ritual purposes. “Plots were farmed primarily by women and contained a broad range of different rice varieties.

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Daily Yonder

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

His farming operation benefited too, with a diverse array of vegetables, fruits, and grains now flourishing in his fields. In Kenya, small dairy producers are cultivating new grasses that boost milk production and may reduce methane emissions from their cows, while also improving soil health. “We God gave me an open mind to learn.

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Agricultural Biodiversity

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Cultivating success: Bridging the gaps in plant breeding training in Australia, Canada, and New Zealand. Enhanced radiation use efficiency and grain filling rate as the main drivers of grain yield genetic gains in the CIMMYT elite spring wheat yield trial. Gonna need more plant breeders also, though. For example in the A.

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Civil Eats

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Created on Madagascar and practiced in about 60 countries today, SRI has been shown to increase grain yields, sometimes twofold. Per calorie, though, rice produces fewer emissions than most staple foods, including meat, fish, eggs, dairy, and even other grains like wheat and corn. Drying rice at the Jubilee Justice mill, November 2024.

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Agric4profits

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Cereal crops are a type of grass cultivated for their edible seeds, known as grains. These crops play a vital role in global agriculture, providing food for bot

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Food Tank

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The citrus trees, olive varieties, and herbs best grown between Mexicali and Tecate in Baja California, Mexico will have an easier time being cultivated between Los Angeles and the Ojai Valley near Santa Barbara, California. The truck farms outside of Washington D.C.

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Agricultural Biodiversity

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Wild and cultivated comestible plant species in the Gulf of Mexico: phylogenetic patterns and convergence of type of use. I think it could do with having aromatic grains. Salt-Tolerant Crops: Time to Deliver. No word on how many are salt-tolerant. Low yields, apparently.

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Modern Farmer

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Brought back from near extinction by homesteaders who wanted a dual purpose for beef and dairy, this Irish heritage breed works well for Larson because of their smaller size and good beef quality when raised on grass without grain. You need to have a marketing hat on as much as anything else.”

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Modern Farmer

JUNE 27, 2024

In 2023, Waves of Grain Food Coop leased the land to continue the organic farm in support of its mission to provide fresh and affordable produce to communities along the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains. It was a serendipitous moment that helped inspire Waves of Grain to use its resources to establish an incubator farm.

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DTN

JULY 9, 2024

As harvest season approaches, grain traders face unique challenges. Volatility Leads to Opportunity “Volatility presents risk and opportunities…” Grain marketing has always been a dynamic field, but recent years have seen unique levels of volatility. And a deeper understanding leads to more confident decisions.

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Food Tank

DECEMBER 9, 2024

by Brooke Jorden, illustrated by Kay Widdowson, with Kitchen Connection Based on The Cookbook in Support of the United Nations: For People and Planet , this childrens book takes young eaters on a journey to discover the origins of their favorite fruits, vegetables, grains, and legumes.

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Food Politics

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Food Navigator has the story: How does a cultivated chicken cell line meet kosher standards? In another world first, the OU has recognised cultivated meat as kosher and meat. How is this even possible? The Passover celebration requires one additional restriction.

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Agric4profits

MAY 2, 2024

Barley (Hordeum vulgare) is a cereal grain that belongs to the grass family Poaceae. It is one of the oldest cultivated grains and serves as a staple food in ma

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Agwired

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Our grain representatives actively listen to farmers and understand that no two farmers have the exact same needs. Cargill’s industry-leading portfolio of pricing solutions empowers farmers to take charge and execute their individual grain marketing plans to meet their individual goals,” said Ryan Dwyer, Cargill Elevate program leader.

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Agric4profits

JULY 23, 2024

Millet seeds are small, round grains that have been cultivated for thousands of years. Originating in Africa and Asia, they are now grown in many parts of the w

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RR2CS

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Learn from Expert Speakers: Will Groeneveld , has grain farmed in the Mannville area for 40 years. Since 2018, he has included perennial forages, grain intercrops and summer & winter grazing in an effort to improve both his soil and farm resiliency. Let’s cultivate a future of sustainable farming together! Why Attend?

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DTN

JUNE 26, 2023

Investing in new market opportunities for grains — like the sustainable grain market — is no different. Grain growers won’t change their planting or crop protection practices without knowing how the switch will affect their profitability and long-term goals. What makes grain sustainable? Why grow sustainable grain?

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ATTRA

JULY 18, 2023

Manage Weeds on Your Farm: The Martens Farm and Blind Cultivation on the Martens Farm highlight practices used by Klaas and Mary-Howell Martens on their nearly 2,000-acre organic farm in the Finger Lakes region of New York. Related ATTRA publication: Weed Management in Organic Small Grains

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Modern Farmer

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

These products are, in fact, deeply rooted in a sense of place that is so much more complex than tidy rows of vineyards, hops, or grains convey at first glance. Winged creatures of all sizes play an important role in a balanced, biodiverse ecosystem and, for some crops, can be crucial for cultivation. Ram’s Gate Winery.

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Agricultural Biodiversity

JUNE 11, 2023

There have been 7 main paths to plant domestication, or commonalities in the ways that plants were domesticated by people in different parts of the world in the past: ecosystem engineering, ruderal, tuber, grain, segetal, fibre, fruit tree. Plants cultivated for ecosystem restoration can evolve toward a domestication syndrome.

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Agric4profits

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Barley (Hordeum vulgare) is one of the oldest cultivated grains in the world. It can trace its roots back to ancient civilizations, where it played a pivotal

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Food Tank

OCTOBER 11, 2023

It also reveals that the production cultivation of barley and hops is responsible for most of the environmental impact of beer. Holden Manz, South Africa Certified by Sustainable Wine South Africa (SWSA), Holden Manz cultivates 16 hectares of vineyards in the Franschhoek Valley, tucked in the mountains of the Western Cape.

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Agric4profits

DECEMBER 15, 2024

Millet is a drought-resistant cereal grain grown for both human consumption and animal feed. Millet farming involves cultivating various species of small-seeded grasses that are used as food… Read More » Complete Practical Guide on Millet Farming It is rich in nutrients and offers numerous health benefits.

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Food Tank

MARCH 19, 2025

Gardens of Hope: Cultivating Food and the Future in a Post-Disaster City by Yuki Kato (Forthcoming May 2025) Drawing from conversations with New Orleans residents, Yuki Kato examines the surge of urban gardening in the city during the decade after Hurricane Katrina.

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Modern Farmer

AUGUST 21, 2023

Tetrick is the co-founder and CEO of Eat Just, which operates Good Meat , one of two companies approved by the USDA in June to begin selling cultivated, or lab-grown, chicken in the United States. So, our focus is how does cultivating meat ultimately replace a large-scale production of animal protein?” The lab at Good Meat.

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Agric4profits

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Oats, scientifically known as Avena sativa, are a species of cereal grain that has been cultivated for thousands of years for its nutritional value and versatil

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Cropaia

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Additionally, durum wheat, known for its high protein content and suitability for pasta production, finds its niche in arid regions where its drought tolerance allows for successful cultivation. Adequate moisture is particularly critical during the grain-filling stage. These threats can impact yields and grain quality significantly.

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Agric4profits

DECEMBER 18, 2023

It is a versatile grain that comes in various varieties, shapes, and sizes. People have been cultivating Rice is a staple food for many people around the world.

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UnderstandingAg

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

Also known as “cultivated meat,” these products are made by taking stem cells from animals and growing them petri-dish style around a scaffolding in nutrient-rich broth. The reasoning behind the cultivation of lab grown meat is comprised of several thought processes. Why should that land not be in livestock production?

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Agric4profits

DECEMBER 15, 2024

It is a cereal grain grown in various climates and used to produce products like bread, pasta, and flour. It is widely cultivated in temperate regions and requires specific conditions,… Read More » Complete Practical Guide on Wheat Farming Wheat farming plays a crucial role in global agriculture.

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Civil Eats

DECEMBER 10, 2024

He also cultivates 75 acres of wheat, 83 acres of soybeans, 65 acres of corn, and 45 acres of hardwoods and pine trees. Grover established a peach orchard in 1935, and cultivated grain and raised livestock until the late 1970s. To note: Hemp contains only.3 3 percent of psychoactive THC and does not produce a high.)

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DTN

JULY 24, 2023

As discussions around sustainably grown grain become more prominent, it raises the question, “What qualifies it as sustainably grown?” It’s a question that has multiple answers since the current sustainable grain market is segmented, with multiple programs initiating their own certification requirements.

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Agric4profits

JANUARY 7, 2025

Organic Millet Farming is a sustainable farming method that prioritizes natural cultivation techniques. Millet, a nutritious cereal grain, thrives in organic farming systems. By avoiding synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, it nurtures both the land and the environment.

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Specific examples of OREI and ORG outcomes that address these challenges include: Strategic crop rotations that maximize cover, minimize tillage, and limit weed competition in organic grains. Managing soil health, pests, and diseases in protected cultivation such as high tunnels. Organic production of crop seeds and transplants.

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Food Tank

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The Garden Against Time: In Search of a Common Paradise by Olivia Laing The Garden Against Time is an ode to the joy of working with the land and cultivating beauty outdoors. From essays to plant-based cookbooks, there’s something here for every reader to curl up with.

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ATTRA

OCTOBER 22, 2024

This evaluation found that chickpeas are a drought-resistant legume plant with a high protein content that can complement grain cultivation systems even in urban areas. “The different varieties and wild types show very different mechanisms to deal with persistent drought stress.

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Civil Eats

MARCH 4, 2024

beef comes from cows raised on pasture for about the first year of their lives, then moved to concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs)—large-scale industrial facilities that grain-finish cattle in confinement for six to eight months before slaughter. Currently, the vast majority of U.S. Cream Co.,

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