Food Politics

DECEMBER 13, 2023

A group with which I was unfamiliar, PropellerFish , sent me a report of a survey it conducted: Partisan Wellbeing in America. Earlier this year, we sponsored a study to take a more robust look at how partisanship may be shaping people’s decisions around health, nutrition and wellbeing. We conducted a quantitative survey with 1,400 Americans across the country and further engaged 450 of those respondents in qualitative writing assignments.

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Real Agriculture

DECEMBER 13, 2023

It turns out that even Peter “Wheat Pete” Johnson is mortal, and in this week’s podcast you’ll likely end up feeling a little sorry for Mr. Johnson, as his voice has fallen victim to the winter woes. Nonetheless, our intrepid host of Wheat Pete’s Word still has managed to record this episode and in it. Read More It turns out that even Peter “Wheat Pete” Johnson is mortal, and in this week’s podcast you’ll likely end up feeling a little sorry

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AgWeb Farm Journal

DECEMBER 13, 2023

More than a decade after banning whole and reduced fat milk from being served during school lunches, the House of Representatives overwhelmingly voted in support of the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act.

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Real Agriculture

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Corn growers often apply nitrogen later in the season to gain more control of the crop. At the V10 or V11 development stage, growers typically have a better understanding of how the crop is developing, its yield potential, the growing environment and what the market is willing to pay. There’s also logistics to consider —. Read More Corn growers often apply nitrogen later in the season to gain more control of the crop.

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Modern Farmer

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Outside of Charleston, South Carolina, in the picturesque marshes of the Kiawah River, sits more than 100 acres of working farmland. Seasonal crops rotate through expansive pastures, cattle graze the rich sea grasses and several colonies of bees hurry about their business. But unlike neighboring farms that focus on production for faraway markets or keep a single family afloat, the farm at Kiawah River is supporting 185 families who live in the surrounding homes.

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AgWeb Farm Journal

DECEMBER 13, 2023

We asked some of our previous Top Producer of the Year awardees to share a bit about what’s happening on their farming operations — looking at both the past year and out on the horizon.

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Agri-tech

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Dr Michael Webster has been awarded a UKRI Future Leader Fellowship, a prestigious award that will enable his group at the John Innes Centre to take their research into the molecular workings of photosynthesis and genes in an exciting new direction. Dr Webster, a group leader, was recently named among 75 promising research leaders who will benefit from the £101m UKRI fellowship fund aimed at.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 13, 2023

While producers wait on a new farm bill, they must ask themselves, “What do we need to do to use the current safety net the best way we can to get the most protection?

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AgWeb Farm Journal

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Commodity wide risk off selling on Argentina's economic shakeup. Markets were also watching the Fed action. Chip Nellinger, Blue Reef Agri-Marketing, has details.

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AgriLife Today

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Brings more than 30 years of hospitality, hotel management experience The Department of Hospitality, Hotel Management and Tourism in the Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences continues to build itself into one of the country’s top programs by hiring Dan Eichler as an assistant professor of the practice. Eichler brings more than. Read More → The post Eichler new assistant professor of the practice in Department of Hospitality, Hotel Management and Tourism first appeared on

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Agric4profits

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Sorrel (Rumex acetosa L.) is an edible perennial plant. Although certain kinds may grow wild, it is frequently planted as a leaf vegetable or herb in gardens.

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AgriLife Today

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Volleman’s Family Farm gives back to help shape the future of the dairy industry Nestled deep in the heart of Central Texas along Highway 36 in Comanche County, Gustine with a population of just over 400, is home to a thriving dairy farm and bottling plant run by a family of Aggies, five of whom. Read More → The post An Aggie approach to expanding the family farm first appeared on AgriLife Today.

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American Farmland

DECEMBER 13, 2023

The post AFT Releases Smart Solar Recommendations to Help Policymakers Advance Solar and Strengthen Farm Viability appeared first on American Farmland Trust.

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AgriLife Today

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Woollybear caterpillar makes its seasonal journey to overwinter If you’ve been watching your step, there’s a good chance you may have spotted some fuzzy black caterpillars inching their way across roads, sidewalks or yards over the past several weeks. Woollybear caterpillars are common across the U.S. and include several species of caterpillars that transform into.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Commentary: Here’s a 61-year perspective on farming, working together and transitioning a family farm.

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Agric4profits

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Olives botanically known as Olea Europaea are indigenous to the Mediterranean area, central and tropical Asia, drier areas of South America, and sever

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Innovations to improve water efficiency and conservation were showcased at this year’s Irrigation Show and Education Week.

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Agric4profits

DECEMBER 13, 2023

The Ocicat (Felis catus), is named because of its resemblance to an ocelot, it doesn't have the DNA of a wild cat.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Mass timber, engineered wood known for its strength and sustainability, has been used more frequently over the past decade for large buildings.

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AgWeb Farm Journal

DECEMBER 13, 2023

The team at Heartland Ag Systems offers their advice for keeping fertilizer spreaders running in top shape.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Hoosier Perspectives: An economic development district in Boone County, Ind., is stirring up concern about potential water shortages.

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AgWeb Farm Journal

DECEMBER 13, 2023

“In this market, there's a lot of risk from the farm gates to the retail side. So more conversation goes along way this year,” Josh Linville says.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Planting and harvest progressed full throttle for Arkansas's 1.41 million rice acres.

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AgWeb Farm Journal

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Argentina’s new government of libertarian President Javier Milei will seek to raise export taxes to 15% on corn and wheat.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Horticulturist says growers should not be greatly impacted by the update because they have been experiencing conditions for a while.

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Agric4profits

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Factory farming involves mass production of animals for food in large, confined spaces.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Agricultural operations can apply for up to $200,000 for projects that save water.

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Agric4profits

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Nutmeg is scientifically known as Myristica fragrans.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Mike Pearson talks about a new biofuel proposal in congress that impacts shipping.

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Agric4profits

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Regenerative agriculture is a way of farming that focuses on renewing and restoring the health of the soil.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Soybeans needed more rain to fill out pods in the MU Variety Testing Program.

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Food Tank

DECEMBER 13, 2023

During a recent closed-door event hosted by Food Tank and Oatly, sustainability leaders from mission-driven food businesses discussed the sustainability challenges that they are facing and the opportunities they see to scale impact. A new report summarizes the key findings and recommendations from the roundtable. Building relationships with producers and other supply chain actors is extremely important if food companies want to improve the sustainability of their operations, business leaders say

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 13, 2023

For Flying V Angus of Cleaveland, N.D., dispersal of breeding stock brings opportunity.

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Agwired

DECEMBER 13, 2023

The advance registration discount deadline for the 2024 VISION Conference is approaching quickly. Register by December 15 to join the conversation and shape the strategic roadmap for the ag tech industry. VISION 2024, a premier gathering of leaders in the ag tech ecosystem, is set to strategize the future of agriculture at its 7th annual conference January 22-24 at the Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel & Spa.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Here’s a look back at some of the biggest stories, trends and most interesting farms from the past year.

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West Texas Livestock

DECEMBER 13, 2023

A new year is approaching for the cattle industry. Though we have had our issues this past year, like the current market, new opportunities are bound to return. It may not look like it, but there are always positives to be found if you know how to look, even in our yoyo industry. One section […] The post 5 simple ways cattle producers can improve in 2024 appeared first on West Texas Livestock Growers.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 13, 2023

This program targets smaller Indiana farms that traditionally don’t test soils routinely.

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