Real Agriculture

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

With the changing leaves of fall comes thoughts of cozy sweaters, cups of hot chocolate and … winter feed. Livestock producers across the country have spent time throughout the summer making feed plans, whether those plans entail sourcing hay and silage, or putting it up themselves, it is important to know what nutrients that feed. Read More With the changing leaves of fall comes thoughts of cozy sweaters, cups of hot chocolate and … winter feed.

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Food Politics

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

A reader suggested this report for weekend reading: Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals : Threats to Human Health: Pesticieds, Plastics, Forever Chemicals, and Beyond. Among the report’s key takeaways: EDCs in the environment may contribute to disorders with hormonal underpinnings such as diabetes, neurological disorders, reproductive disorders, inflammation, and compromised immune functioning.

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Real Agriculture

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Big markets, such as the behemoth that is the Chinese economy, require equivalent or greater time commitments of work, attention, and diplomacy. Canada’s relationship to China hasn’t been the smoothest in recent memory, to say the least. The arrests of the two Micheals in China and Meng Wanzhou in Canada was a years’-long ordeal that cost.

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Marketing 228

Agri-tech

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Bacteria use their internal 24-hour clocks to anticipate the arrival of new seasons, according to research carried out with the assistance of an ‘ice bucket challenge.’ This discovery may have profound implications for understanding the role that circadian rhythms – a molecular version of a clock – play in adapting species to climate change, from migrating animals to flowering plants.

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Real Agriculture

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

There is still much to navigate in the months ahead regarding China’s investigation into “dumping” of Canadian canola into the country. The initial cost to farmers with a tanked canola price is not to be understated, but the future losses could be much worse if China does eventually levy a tariff against Canadian canola seed. Read More There is still much to navigate in the months ahead regarding China’s investigation into “dumping” of Canadian canola into the

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Western FarmPress

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Before the Sunbelt Ag Expo Southeastern Farmer of the Year is selected, judges visit and tour each state farmer of the year finalist, and all of the finalist farmers demonstrate strength, character and skills in the field.

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Real Agriculture

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced the launch of the new School Food Infrastructure Fund (SFIF) and the next phase of the Local Food Infrastructure Fund (LFIF) this week. As part of the $62.9-million announcement in Budget 2024, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada will deliver these two programs aimed at supporting community-based not-for-profit organizations.

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Real Agriculture

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Regardless of political stripe, governing takes energy and ideas. There are many signs Canada’s current government, led by Justin Trudeau, is lacking both. Signs that the government’s battery is weak and running low. Look no further than the news this week from Liberal campaign director Jeremy Broadhurst — arguably the third most important political player.

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Western FarmPress

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Mike Pearson takes a look at a new vaccine to protect cattle from the tick borne disease, bovine anaplasmosis. The vaccine was created by researchers at the University of Missouri.

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Real Agriculture

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Massey Ferguson continues its focus on providing field-proven technology and lower cost of ownership for farmers with its new 9S Series tractors. Farmers had their first opportunity to check out the 9S Series on North American soil last week at the Farm Progress Show in Boone, Iowa. In this report, Massey tactical marketing manager Derek. Read More Massey Ferguson continues its focus on providing field-proven technology and lower cost of ownership for farmers with its new 9S Series tractors.

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Western FarmPress

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Alexis Thompson is praised for her work with Texas Panhandle dairies during the avian influenza outbreak and for collaborating with other state animal health officials to develop an official case definition and testing protocol.

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Real Agriculture

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Thanks for tuning in to this Friday edition of RealAg Radio. Host Shaun Haney is joined by Lyndsey Smith and Kelvin Heppner, both of RealAgriculture, for the RealAg Issues Panel. They discuss a number of topics including: China’s anti-dumping investigation on Canadian canola; Controversy between building a house on the farm or in town; Canadian.

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Western FarmPress

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Farmstead Forest: Buying a sawmill offers the ability to mill your own woodland resources or do custom milling for an additional income stream.

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Farming Farming 111

Global Agtech Initiative

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Learn how Barbados is pioneering the use of AI Agronomic Advisor to enhance sustainability and preservation efforts at a national level. The post Barbados Sets Global Example with AI Advisor for Agriculture appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Western FarmPress

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Learn how two farmers used the Farm Progress Show field demonstrations to determine if what they heard in the exhibits really worked in the field.

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Farming Farming 105

Agric4profits

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

The Serengeti cat is a breed of domestic cat that was developed to resemble the wild cats, which was found in the Serengeti region of Africa.

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Western FarmPress

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Ryan Scholz used to show animals at the state fair. Last week he was at the Salem event as a veterinarian on site.

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

On September 9, 2024, Congress will be back in session in Washington, DC for the first time since early August. Yet, their return will be short lived. In an election year, Members of Congress spend all of October and early November in their states and Congressional districts. In total, Congress will be in session for three full weeks before adjourning on September 27.

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Western FarmPress

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

An MU study reveals the effect of popular deterrent products on reducing deer damage in crops.

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Berkeley Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Professors in psychology, biology and ethnic studies broach the deep question as part of a series for the Letters and Science course, Research, Discovery and You. The post Berkeley Talks: What is understanding? Berkeley scholars discuss appeared first on Berkeley News.

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Western FarmPress

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Between the Fencerows: Final preparations for harvest including finishing up grain facility projects – and that created a slight delay.

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Global Agtech Initiative

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Expands production capacity of the Rivulis T-Tape while upholding industry-leading quality and sustainability standards. The post Global Irrigation Leader Rivulis Announces Opening of Largest, State-of-the-Art Micro Irrigation Manufacturing Facility in North America appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Western FarmPress

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Experts will answer cover crop questions; special plot walks planned twice daily.

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Global Agtech Initiative

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Cropify uses AI- and machine learning-powered technology to grade grains in the supply chain. The post Australian Agtech Cropify Raises A$2M in Seed Round for Grain Grading System appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Western FarmPress

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Live presentation teaches visitors to the Oregon creamery about how their favorite dessert is made.

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Farming First

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

FAO and CIMMYT team up to build resilient agrifood systems through the Vision for Adapted Crops and Soils (VACS) initiative. The post The VACS Initiative: A new Global Partnership to Build Resilient Agrifood Systems appeared first on Farming First.

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Western FarmPress

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

USDA-ARS study on sandy soil examines how to get the most out of cover crops.

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Agric4profits

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

There are several breeds of hairless cats (hairless cat breeds) in the world ranging from fat hairless cats, black hairless

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Western FarmPress

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Kansas Tourism: Local farm-to-table enterprises offer a taste of Kansas like no other.

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Agric4profits

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

The Maine Coon cat price (Maine coon cost) can vary greatly depending on several factors, including where you purchase the cat, whether it is a purebred, and it

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Western FarmPress

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Sometimes selling cattle has nothing to do with the calendar but is tied to the fundamentals of marketing.

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Agric4profits

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Animal feed nutrition is crucial for the health and productivity of livestock and pets. Proper nutrition helps animals grow, reproduce, and stay healthy.

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Western FarmPress

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Falling prices for dealers and farmers raises questions about what makes a deal, a deal.

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CalCAN

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

CalCAN, a member of the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC) since 2009, actively participates in federal policy and budget discussions. NSAC meets with its member base twice a year in the summer and winter to strategize collectively about current campaigns The post Summer NSAC Meeting in St. Paul: Shaping Farm Bill and Climate Policy appeared first on CalCAN - California Climate & Agriculture Network.

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Western FarmPress

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

This year’s Iowa All-State Barn Tour on Sept. 14-15 will feature a record number of round barns.

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Agric4profits

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

The British Shorthair including the British shorthair white cat breed is a breed of domestic cat breeds that originated in the United Kingdom.

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Western FarmPress

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Soybean Watch: Scout until harvest to ensure these insects don’t hurt yields or grain quality.

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