Wed.Oct 09, 2024

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Private member’s bills’ prospects fading ahead of election or prorogation

Real Agriculture

Regular government business has come to a standstill in the House of Commons over the past week, decreasing the likelihood that multiple agriculture-related bills will cross the finish line before Parliament is inevitably dissolved for an election or prorogued. The impasse over the Liberals’ refusal to yield to a Conservative motion to hand over green.

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Times Higher Ed ranks UC Berkeley No.1 public university in U.S.

Berkeley Blog

Berkeley also moved up to 8th best in the world overall in the 2024 report. The post Times Higher Ed ranks UC Berkeley No.1 public university in U.S. appeared first on Berkeley News.

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Wheat Pete’s Word, Oct 9: Dry down, big yields, snapping stalks, P and K, and hailed out beans

Real Agriculture

It’s nearly Thanksgiving, and plenty of farmers have lots to be thankful for, including excellent soybean yields and lovely fall weather for wheat planting. Peter Johnson, host of Wheat Pete’s Word, is thankful for you, dear listener, for sending in photos, questions, plot results and more, and on this week’s podcast hear some of what’s.

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David Baker, a UC Berkeley Ph.D., awarded 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry

Berkeley Blog

Baker is one of three Nobel winners this year with a UC Berkeley connection The post David Baker, a UC Berkeley Ph.D., awarded 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry appeared first on Berkeley News.

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RealAg Radio: Carbon border adjustments, market stability, and managing risk, Oct 9, 2024

Real Agriculture

Thanks for tuning in to this Wednesday edition of RealAg Radio! Host Shaun Haney is joined by: Tyler McCann with Canadian Agri-Food Policy Institute to talk about carbon border adjustments; Tyler Schau with AgMarket.Net to discuss the crop market stabilization and the China investigation into Canadian canola update; and, Hear a spotlight interview with Courtney.

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A 2501 Grant Connects Spanish-Speaking South Texas Farmers with Agriculture Opportunities at USDA

USDA Blog

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) Center for Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Advancement (SARA) supports rural communities through strategies that address environmental, economic and social aspects of agricultural sustainability. Additionally, SARA encourages its university faculty and students to engage in research, education and hands-on learning experiences in these communities.

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2025 NASDA Annual Meeting

NASDA

Join the commissioners, directors and secretaries of agriculture as they meet to collaborate on leading issues impacting the agricultural industry. NASDA is a nonpartisan, nonprofit association which represents the elected and appointed commissioners, secretaries, and directors of the departments of agriculture in all fifty states and four U.S. territories.

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The USDA Authorizes Emergency Procedures for States Impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Debby

ProAg

Due to the catastrophic damage that Hurricane Helene caused in the southeast as well as the continuing impacts from Hurricane Debby, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is authorizing emergency procedures to help producers with hurricane-related losses. If you have Federal Crop Insurance, contact your crop insurance agent as soon as crop or livestock losses are apparent.

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Soil health experts make case for regenerative agriculture

Western FarmPress

Slideshow: Soil health gurus Ray Archuletta and Barry Fisher preach the virtues and blessings of better stewardship of your soil’s health.

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Overview of Animal Husbandry

Agric4profits

Animal husbandry is a branch of agriculture that focuses on the breeding and care of animals for various purposes, including food production, fiber, labor, and

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Producers use Pasture, Rangeland, Forage Insurance to manage risk

Western FarmPress

Since its inception, the Southern region has doubled its adoption of the PRF program. PRF helps livestock and forage producers mitigate risks associated with forage loss due to drought.

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Benefits Of Organic Farming

Agric4profits

Organic farming is an agricultural method that prioritizes sustainability and ecological balance, avoiding synthetic chemicals and genetically modified organisms.

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Garden Variety Cheese provides heat therapy with frozen treats, and throws a harvest party

Caff

There’s a baaaaaaaad-ass antidote to the heat wave that’s been stalking Santa Cruz: sheep’s milk popsicles by Garden Variety Cheese, available at Downtown Santa Cruz Farmers Market 1-6pm Wednesdays. The post Garden Variety Cheese provides heat therapy with frozen treats, and throws a harvest party appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

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A Farmer’s Lifelong Love of Conservation

Wisconsin Farmers Union

Kari Esbensen is a new member of Wisconsin Farmers Union with a lifelong love of conservation. Her family farm is located in Waupaca County outside of Ogdensburg where she cares for a herd of nine dairy goats, two horses, hay fields, bees, a large kitchen garden, and more. Kari is well known in the area for being passionate about conservation, so when the WFU Farm Climate Smart WI team paid her a visit in mid-July there was lots to talk about.

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Will USDA hold steady on yield estimates?

Western FarmPress

Ag Marketing IQ: History suggests little change in U.S. grain crop sizes, but global conditions point to heavy pressure on soybean prices.

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Exploring Agro-Value Addition: Enhancing Agricultural Products for Better Profitability

Agric4profits

Agro-value addition refers to the process of enhancing the economic value of agricultural products by transforming them into forms that are more convenient, mar

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Why can’t I grow 600-bushel corn?

Western FarmPress

One man is on a quest to increase corn yields even more — but how he is tackling it might surprise you.

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Q&A: Tackling the red flour beetle

AgriLife Today

AgriLife Extension experts provide education, answers about invasive pest The post Q&A: Tackling the red flour beetle appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Empowering the next generation: The perks of paying your farm kids

Western FarmPress

If your farm kid was hard at work in the wheat field or hay field this summer break, consider putting them on the payroll.

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The Principles Of Organic Farming

Agric4profits

Organic farming is a holistic approach to agriculture that emphasizes sustainable practices, environmental health, and social responsibility.

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Will USDA change production estimates?

Western FarmPress

Ag Marketing IQ: 2024 crop expectations for U.S. corn and soybean could increase volatility in the market, sending prices on a ride or a slide.

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Stewarding Success: Conservation Stewardship Program

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

Photo credit: USDA EDITOR’S NOTE: On October 9, 2024, NSAC released Stewarding Success: CSP Under the 2018 Farm Bill , a comprehensive analysis of the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) over the course of the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (2018 Farm Bill). The report offers an in-depth analysis of CSP’s enrollment trends, conservation practices supported, and funding impacts, including the effects of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022.

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New peppers boost flavor without the fire

Western FarmPress

Oregon State University releases mild habanero varieties that retain the peppers’ unique fruity and floral qualities.

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Organic Farming Practices

Agric4profits

Organic farming is an agricultural method that emphasizes the use of natural processes and materials to cultivate crops and raise livestock.

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How to remove the anxiety from seed selection

Western FarmPress

Corn Source: Since it’s one of the most important decisions you’ll make, it’s understandable to be uneasy about selecting corn hybrids. Here’s how to optimize the hybrid selection process.

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Celebrating National Cooperative Month: The Future is Cooperative

USDA Blog

October is National Cooperative Month, and the theme, "The Future is Cooperative," anticipates the increasingly vital role cooperatives play in enhancing the quality of life in rural areas. At USDA Rural Development, we recognize the significance of these businesses in fostering economic growth, creating jobs, and building resilient communities.

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Effective Agricultural Storage Methods: Ensuring Freshness and Quality

Agric4profits

Effective agricultural storage methods are crucial in agriculture to preserve the quality of produce, reduce losses, and ensure food security.

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McDonald’s sues meat companies for hamburglaring consumers

Western FarmPress

Federal case alleges Cargill, JBS, Tyson, Swift and National Beef conspired to raise beef prices.

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Investing in California Farmers to Protect Our Food System

American Farmland

California farmers are reaching retirement age, so who is going to replace them? 2022 Census of Agriculture says there aren't enough new ones.

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Young farmers: It’s hard to wait on a transition plan

Western FarmPress

How do you chase your farming dreams while respecting your family’s succession timing and decisions?

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Insights for Growing Cannabis in CoCo: What Cultivators Need to Know

Grow Link

As cannabis cultivation evolves, growers are increasingly turning to CoCo (coconut coir) as their growing medium of choice. Known for its versatility, sustainability, and superior control over nutrient and moisture delivery, CoCo provides the perfect balance between soil and hydroponics. But understanding how to optimize this medium requires a deep dive into its unique properties, particularly its Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC) and its ability to support robust, high-yielding cannabis plants.

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Crop insurance workshops set

Western FarmPress

Kansas Digest: Crop insurance meetings; Hiland Dairy awards; Climate Smart Cotton; $1 million for bees.

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Texas 4-H center names new program director

AgriLife Today

Alec Kiser will coordinate and enhance 4-H summer camps The post Texas 4-H center names new program director appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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HEALTH--NOT A HUMAN RIGHT

The Lunatic Farmer

Health care is not a human right. Neither is clothing, housing, food, or education. When Thomas Jefferson penned the Declaration of Independence he carefully chose three God-given rights: life, liberty, the pursuit of happiness. To be sure, in his colonial mind he wasn't thinking about slaves when he wrote; he was thinking about freedmen. Society has progressed a lot since then and in our modern thinking, we would of course extend this right to all people, not just freedmen.

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Types of Agro-Processing Industries

Agric4profits

Agro-processing industries play a crucial role in transforming raw agricultural products into value-added goods.

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Study links hurricanes to higher death rates long after storms pass

Berkeley Blog

U.S. tropical cyclones including hurricanes indirectly cause thousands of deaths for nearly 15 years after the storm. Understanding why could help minimize future deaths from hazards fueled by climate change. The post Study links hurricanes to higher death rates long after storms pass appeared first on Berkeley News.

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Types of Livestock in Agriculture

Agric4profits

Livestock plays a vital role in agriculture, providing food, fiber, and other products essential for human survival.