Real Agriculture
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Farmers got their first look at new John Deere predictive ground speed automation harvesting technology this fall and they like what they’ve seen, reports Bergen Nelson, Deere’s go-to-market manager for harvesting equipment. Earlier this year, the company rolled out both predictive ground speed automation and harvest settings automation on its model year 2025 S7 combines….
Sustainable Food Trust
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Having effectively severed what should be an umbilical relationship between cows and the land they graze, Arla have now resorted to feed additives to maintain positive PR for their dairy farming industry. I have been asked what I think about Arla’s feed additive, Bovaer, which apparently has the potential to reduce methane emissions from dairy cows by up to 30%.
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Real Agriculture
DECEMBER 3, 2024
No two pieces of land are the same. Geringhoff had this in mind when they designed the XtremeFlex Razor (XFR) Draper Head. As Lucas Haas of Geringhoff says in this interview from Agri-Trade at Red Deer, the XFR Draper Head was engineered in Germany with the North American market in mind. The head works on… Read More No two pieces of land are the same.
USDA Blog
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Blanca Acevedo is the director of Grants Administration at Malcolm X College, part of the City College of Chicago. She plays an important role in creating and enhancing academic opportunities for low-income and Latino students pursuing careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). In 2023, she was honored as a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) E.
Real Agriculture
DECEMBER 3, 2024
When you hear the name Kadylack Farm you may think that Atwood, Ont., farmers Steve Terpstra and his fiancee Dianne De Jong spend their time cruising around in a big automobile. But as it turns out, the farm name is more about family than fancy cars. As Terpstra explains in our latest episode of RealAg… Read More When you hear the name Kadylack Farm you may think that Atwood, Ont., farmers Steve Terpstra and his fiancee Dianne De Jong spend their time cruising around in a big automobile.
Berkeley Blog
DECEMBER 3, 2024
A new UC Berkeley-led study integrates biology, anthropology, music and geography to map the places in Colombia where biodiversity and cultural diversity overlap, highlighting areas with the greatest potential for sustainable ecotourism development. The post Can ecotourism help promote cultural diversity and biodiversity? appeared first on Berkeley News.
Real Agriculture
DECEMBER 3, 2024
In each province, to varying degrees and over time, rural development has been part of the agriculture portfolio. It comes and goes — Ontario was the latest province to spin rural affairs out of the ag mix and into its own ministry. There’s an argument to be made for including or excluding rural development with… Read More In each province, to varying degrees and over time, rural development has been part of the agriculture portfolio.
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Real Agriculture
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Thanks for tuning in to this Tuesdays with Lyndsey edition of RealAg Radio! Host Lyndsey Smith is joined by: Eric Olsen with MNP on the hard conversations about farm financials; Drew Spoelstra, president of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture on being re-elected to a second, one-year term; Mike Schreiner leader of the Ontario Green Party… Read More Thanks for tuning in to this Tuesdays with Lyndsey edition of RealAg Radio!
Sustainable Food Trust
DECEMBER 3, 2024
We are delighted to share an update from our Beacon Farms Network, which brings together sustainable farms acting as educational platforms to inform and inspire people about the story behind their food. Our CEO, Patrick Holden, explains the origins of the network and why on-farm ‘seeing is believing’ experiences can be so transformative. In July 2024, the Sustainable Food Trust hosted an event at Bwlchwernen Fawr marking the launch of a network of Beacon Farms.
Western FarmPress
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Ep. 30: Southwest Farm Press editor and Texas farmer Shelley Huguley talks water availability, resiliency, changing farm practices and her farmer perspective on climate change in this Shop Talk episode.
NASDA
DECEMBER 3, 2024
In this issue, NASDA Public Policy Director Becky Garrison Warfel shares insights on NASDAs efforts in food safety and nutrition. As a registered dietitian with experience in promoting U.S. crops, Becky offers a unique perspective on NASDAs initiatives. She highlights the important role USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service data plays in supporting food access, nutrition security and stronger local food systems.
Agwired
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Agricultural solutions provider Advanced Agrilytics announced today the appointment of Kenny Avery as the company’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Avery previously served as President and CEO of Verdesian Life Sciences, leading the company in delivering sustainable crop nutrition solutions. Before that, he held several key leadership positions at Monsanto, including Vice President of Global Vegetables.
Western FarmPress
DECEMBER 3, 2024
The Valley center pivot, invented in the late 1940s by Nebraskan Frank Zybach and first manufactured by Valley Manufacturing in the 1950s, changed the agriculture world forever.
Agwired
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Pivot Bio , one of the world’s leading innovative agtech companies, announced today Melih Keyman has been elected to the Pivot Bio Board of Directors, effective Dec. 1. Keyman brings to the company more than 40 years of leading expertise in the global fertilizer industry. “I have known Melih for several years and he is one of the most admired leaders in the global fertilizer industry, with significant experience in the broader ag industry as well,” said Pivot Bio CEO Chris Abbott.
Western FarmPress
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Cornstalks in infected fields face a two-pronged assault.
Berkeley Blog
DECEMBER 3, 2024
From an exploration on how to make sense in a world of nonsense to an examination of the American sitcom, the subjects of this year’s books are expansive — a reflection of our dynamic and diverse campus. The post Holiday gift guide 2024: New books by UC Berkeley authors appeared first on Berkeley News.
Western FarmPress
DECEMBER 3, 2024
This year’s Midsouth soybean harvest provided evidence of how extreme weather events take a toll on quality. Here is what we learned in 2024, plus measures to prevent quality loss in the future.
Sustainable Food Trust
DECEMBER 3, 2024
We bring you an update from this year’s Wales Real Food and Farming Conference, where local food networks were a big topic of conversation. Alicia Miller, who runs an organic veg box scheme in West Wales, shares her view on this year’s event, which included the SFT’s own session on the Global Farm Metric. This year’s Wales Real Food and Farming Conference kicked off with a wobbly start – weather, serious weather, appeared almost out of nowhere at around 7 am, as if it had decided to throw
Western FarmPress
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Some of the biggest names in pro basketball are turning to farming during retirement.
Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast
DECEMBER 3, 2024
December 1st marks the beginning of winter according to climatologists and meteorologists.
Western FarmPress
DECEMBER 3, 2024
The MU Variety Testing Program shows low-input grain sorghum battled pests and market hurdles.
Global Agtech Initiative
DECEMBER 3, 2024
John Keppler of iyris shares insights into how technologies are being developed and adopted to address labor shortages. The post Addressing Labor Shortages in Agriculture: The Role of AgTech Innovations and Government Support appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
Western FarmPress
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Where I Come From: From pregnancy to a career shift to moving, 2024 was a big year.
ATTRA
DECEMBER 3, 2024
A feature in Tri-State Neighbor explains how a combination of targeted grazing and prescribed burns is helping landowners combat invasive tree species causing grassland loss in the Great Plains. The Great Plains Grasslands Extension Partnership reports that the spread of invasive trees like Eastern Red Cedar caused the loss of 17 million acres of grasslands over the past 30 years.
Western FarmPress
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Since 1995, peanut farmers have faced annual losses of $57 per acre. Cotton farmers have faced average annual losses of $94 per acre.
Global Agtech Initiative
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Company introduces tools aimed at driving productivity and streamlining operations for mid to large-sized farmers and agribusinesses. The post FarmERP Enhances Agricultural Productivity with AI-Backed Smart Search and Finance Tools appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
Western FarmPress
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Use this day to kick-start your soil health journey.
ATTRA
DECEMBER 3, 2024
California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is leading the state’s celebration of Healthy Soils Week , December 2-6, 2024. The event theme, “A Circular Economy for Healthy Soils,” highlights efforts to enhance soil health in ways that also bolster the food system, climate resilience, and the economy. By turning “waste” into resources like compost and mulch, we can nourish our soil, mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, and support sustainable agriculture.
Western FarmPress
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Sorghum Focus: The heart of sustainability is doing more with less today for a better tomorrow.
ATTRA
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Applications are due by December 31, 2024. Practical Farmers of Iowa is accepting applications for the 2025 Empower Farmers Program. This program offers up-front payments to support the success of historically underserved farmers and ranchers by helping to reduce financial barriers. Historically underserved farmers or ranchers who own or co-own a business that produces table-food crops in Iowa, Nebraska, or Kansas are can apply for $500 to $2,000 for in funding for eligible expenses, including a
Western FarmPress
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Christmas tree acres and entrepreneurial interest are expanding in Texas. Consumer interest in the choose-and-cut experience continues to grow. Learn more, plus the latest Texas Crop & Weather Report.
FreshFarm Blog
DECEMBER 3, 2024
FRESHFARM supporters experienced a behind-the-scenes tour of FRESHFARM's impact and how we create economic opportunity for local farmers.
Western FarmPress
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Farm & Family: There’s a need to remember insurance coverage when owner passes away.
Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast
DECEMBER 3, 2024
If you have ever watched The Wizard of Oz, you will probably remember the surprisingly lifelike tornado that occurs near the beginning of the movie, transporting Dorothy and Toto to Oz. In the days before computer generated imagery was available, the filmmakers had to use some visual tricks to make the tornado so lifelike. Weather.
Western FarmPress
DECEMBER 3, 2024
In the last two referenda, growers voted overwhelmingly to continue the marketing order's work.
American Farmland
DECEMBER 3, 2024
American Farmland Trust announced the hiring of Julian Mangano to the role of New York Policy Manager, where he will lead on state policy work related to protecting farmland, supporting land access for a new generation of farmers, and strengthening farm to school, among other initiatives.
Western FarmPress
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Managing cows through cold stress requires knowing the body condition score and the lower critical temperature.
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