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RealAg on the Weekend: Cutting red tape, trade diversification, and carbon tax changes, Mar 22, 2025

Real Agriculture

Thanks for tuning in to this episode of RealAg on the Weekend! On todays show, host Shaun Haney is joined by Kody Blois to discuss his new role as Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food and Rural Economic Development and what he plans to tackle first i the ag industry. Dont miss a spotlight interview with Read More Thanks for tuning in to this episode of RealAg on the Weekend!

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Approaches to Biodiversity Management

Agric4profits

The concept of biodiversity, particularly its definitions and benefits to humans and natural endowments, has already been introduced. Emphasis has also been placed on the effective management of bio-resources using various strategies. This article will further stress the approaches adopted to control and manage biodiversity.

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U.N. Report Calls for Climate Tech for Food System Resilience

Food Tank

A recent report, Climate technologies for agrifood systems transformation , highlights the urgent need for innovative climate solutions to tackle food insecurity and the escalating impacts of climate change on global agrifood systems. The joint report from the U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) explores the critical role of climate technologies in transforming global agrifood systems to enhance resilience, reduce emissions, a

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The Essence of Managing Agriculture as a Business

Agric4profits

In the last article, it was explained that agribusiness encompasses a wide range of business activities related to agriculture, spanning across three sectors and offering numerous business opportunities. For any business to be successful, there is a need for efficient and effective management.

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Actually save money with cattle feed without sacrificing growth

West Texas Livestock

Feed costs are the single most significant expense for any cattle producer, often making up as much as half of the total annual costs. These expenses can fluctuate dramatically depending on the season and forage conditions. In drought situations, feed costs can even climb to 70% of the total yearly expenditure, posing a real challenge […] The post Actually save money with cattle feed without sacrificing growth appeared first on West Texas Livestock Growers.

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Factors That Inform the Choice of an Agribusiness Organization

Agric4profits

In the last article, it was noted that the laissez-faire economic environment provided by the government allows anyone to legally own and operate an agribusiness. Depending on one’s goals, skills, the operating environment, available capital, and the demand for products or services, one may select from various agribusiness organizations.

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Boost spraying efficiency with Case IH’s new SenseApply

Western FarmPress

System uses a cab-mounted camera to automate spray application, optimizing efficiency with real-time weed detection and variable-rate adjustments.

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This Week in Agribusiness, March 22, 2025

Western FarmPress

On This Week in Agribusiness, Mike Pearson talks with Dennis Smith, of Archer Financial Services, about the cattle markets and how packers are in the red. Plus, Max Armstrong talks with Scott Kay of BASF about resistant weeds. And a new product that might come in handy when the battery is dead in the field.

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Basic Machines and Their Applications in Agricultural Mechanization

Agric4profits

Agricultural mechanization is a dynamic trade that involves the use of force to accomplish work. To make agricultural work easier, the use of machines becomes very important. To start with, here are the types of simple machines that are often applicable in most agricultural mechanization works.

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Drought improved in most of the region this week

Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

The latest Drought Monitor, released earlier this week, shows that due to some fairly substantial rains there was improvement in dry conditions in many parts of the region. However, some minor increases in dry conditions were noted in north central GA, western NC, and in Florida.

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Agribusiness Organizations in Nigeria

Agric4profits

In the last article, it was explained that the principles of management include the guidelines applied by managers for the effective delivery of business objectives. Due to its general adaptability, Fayols 14 principles of management have proven to be the most dependable guidelines across all sectors.

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NOAA’s Spring Outlook: Dry in the West, milder than average in the South and East

Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

Earlier this week NOAA released their predictions for what the spring climate will be like. They are calling for dry conditions in the western US and warmer conditions over much of the continental US this spring.

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Agribusiness Management and Societal Progress

Agric4profits

In the last article, it was explained that for agriculture to yield personal and societal prosperity, it must be managed like a regular business. Failing to do so will result in poor efficiency and poor planning, which eventually perpetuates the vicious cycle of poverty. Agriculture remains the bedrock of the development of many nations.

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Most rain early in the week

Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

The latest 7-day QPF map shows that a lot of the region will not get much rain this week. A front will move through the region on Monday but rain amounts will be fairly light except in Alabama, which could see higher accumulations.

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What Farmers Should Know About Principles of Internal Combustion Engine

Agric4profits

Motors and machines on farms have steadily increased in number and importance. In fact, modern agriculture depends heavily on the internal combustion engine for most of its activities.

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With election looming, federal Ag Minister Blois proposes tariff support through changes to AgriStability

Real Agriculture

Canadas new agriculture minister has proposed making changes to the AgriStability farm business risk management program to support farmers affected by tariffs from China. Kody Blois announced the measures late Saturday, on the eve of the expected election call on Sunday, when the Carney government will no longer be able to make funding announcements as Read More Canadas new agriculture minister has proposed making changes to the AgriStability farm business risk management program to support farm

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Examples of Must-Have Farm Workshop Tools for Every Farmer

Agric4profits

There is an adage that says, anything worth doing is worth doing right. A corollary to that statement is the recognition that doing the job right requires the right set of tools. The tools in a workshop will depend on the areas of specialty, interest, and level of experience.

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Farm Machinery Used for Tillage

Agric4profits

Tillage is the mechanical manipulation of soil to provide favorable conditions for crop growth or production. This can be achieved by the use of certain specialized machines or implements.

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Production of Eggs, Broiler Chickens and Hatchable Eggs

Agric4profits

Farmers house and feed chickens carefully to maximize egg-laying and ensure the hens have a long and healthy life. Egg producers maintain flocks of hens at different ages, ensuring a steady supply of eggs for the market, providing year-round income.

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The Process and Procedure in Pig Production

Agric4profits

The major production systems of the swine industry are farrow-to-finish production, feeder pig production, and feeder pig finishing. Farrow-to-finish swine production is the most common type. It covers the entire production process, from breeding to sales of market hogs.

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Economic Environments and Nature of Agribusiness

Agric4profits

In the last article, it was explained that the peculiarities of agricultural enterprises in Nigeria and their dissimilarities with other sectors call for a more adaptive approach to their management. Managers must therefore understand these peculiarities for effective agribusiness management. Agribusinesses exist in an economic environment.

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Scope of Agribusiness

Agric4profits

Ebong (2007), in his review of the scope of agribusiness, perceived agribusiness as comprising three independent sectors: the Input Sector, the Farm Production Sector, and the Output (Product) Sector.

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Farm Tractor Types and Trends

Agric4profits

Modern farm tractors have undergone continual changes and improvements to become the up-to-date and effective agricultural power units they are today. New developments have helped make tractors more efficient, versatile, safe, convenient, and powerful.

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A Guide to Understanding Bio-resource Legislation

Agric4profits

Biodiversity serves as the economic and socio-cultural foundation of human systems, offering immense benefits to humans and the environment, such as shelter, food, clothing, medicine, recreation, and resources for industry. It is crucial to conserve and manage these resources sustainably for present and future generations.

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Fattening Pigs: Strategies for Better Livestock Management

Agric4profits

Pigs are considered intelligent, normally gentle animals that appeal to many people as pets, while also being highly productive meat producers and one of the most popular farmed species throughout the world.